Thread and Isight Drone Services Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Drone Services in the Energy Sector

[Grand Forks, North Dakota] — [April 18, 2024] — In a landmark move for the energy industry, Thread, a pioneer in energy sector software solutions, and Isight, a nationally recognized drone services provider, are proud to announce a strategic partnership that is set to enhance operational efficiencies across multiple energy verticals including solar, power lines, cell towers, and oil.

This partnership combines Thread’s innovative software solutions with Isight’s seasoned expertise in drone operations. Thread has rapidly expanded its presence in the energy sector, while Isight operates across 45 states with key facilities in Houston, Oklahoma City, Minneapolis-St. Paul, and Fargo, and is headquartered in Grand Forks, North Dakota. This strategic alliance is poised to deliver transformative impacts to the energy sector across the nation.

“Collaborating with Isight reflects our commitment to integrating the best field services with our advanced technological frameworks,” stated Josh Riedy, CEO and Founder of Thread. “This strategic alignment is geared towards setting new benchmarks in the energy sector through innovative solutions.”

Tommy Kenville, CEO at Isight, commented, “Our partnership with Thread is a game-changer. It enhances our capabilities and allows us to offer more comprehensive solutions to our clients. The synergy between our drone services and Thread’s software is poised to create significant advancements in how energy services are delivered.”

Both Thread and Isight hail from Grand Forks, North Dakota, making this partnership a powerful testament to the capabilities of local companies making substantial impacts on the national stage. This alliance highlights the innovative spirit of the world leading North Dakota UAS ecosystem 

About Thread: Thread, formerly Airtonomy, is the leading technology solution for enterprises seeking to streamline and transform critical infrastructure lifecycle management. Leveraging its proprietary, data-driven, and robust platform technology, Thread embeds uncrewed aerial systems and robotics with a suite of applications to automate enterprise inspection workflows. In doing so, digital asset information becomes vital to stakeholders within the enterprise while also being easier and more efficient to maintain up-to-date information.    

About Isight:  Isight was first private drone company in North Dakota www.isightdrones.com and is a national leader in drone services. It is our goal to be the most professional service provider while adding partners that make sense for our clients.  

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