Australian drone technology company brings production in-house

Sphere has taken full control of its manufacturing operations by shifting to in-house production through a partnership with towbar and trailer business Carasel, according to a statement from the company on Tuesday.

The strategic move aims to strengthen Sphere’s manufacturing capabilities and support the rapid scaling of HubX development and delivery. The company has also been among the first to test DJI’s newly launched Dock 3 at Carasel, giving them an operational edge in delivering advanced drone solutions.

By integrating design, engineering, manufacturing and early Dock 3 testing under one roof, Sphere can achieve stronger operational synergies, streamlining processes and accelerating innovation cycles—key factors in delivering HubX efficiently.

“Taking manufacturing operations in-house marks a pivotal moment for Sphere. Our early testing of DJI Dock 3 at Carasel also means we’re ahead of the curve, ready to integrate the latest technologies into our offerings,” said Paris Cockinos, CEO of Sphere.

“This shift strengthens our ability to scale the development and delivery of HubX, allowing us to speed up innovation cycles and ensure consistent, high-quality solutions. It’s also a proud commitment to being Australian made,” he added.

Carasel’s facilities feature precision sheet metal fabrication, robotic machining, powder coating and custom assembly capabilities. These features, combined with infrastructure designed for end-to-end production and handling of locally sourced materials, enable Sphere to maintain consistent, high-quality output while supporting rapid delivery schedules.

In another development, HubX has officially launched on the DJI Enterprise Ecosystem, becoming the world’s first Drone-in-a-Box solution to be featured on this global platform.

To support this operational shift and ensure they meet HubX delivery schedules, Sphere has relocated its production facilities to Seven Hills.

Picture: credit Sphere

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