BladeRanger Ltd., a global leader in automated drone-based cleaning and diagnostics, has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Eco Wave Power Global AB to deliver the world’s first drone-powered maintenance solution for onshore wave energy systems.
The partnership was unveiled during a live demonstration at Eco Wave Power’s Jaffa Port project in Israel, where BladeRanger’s autonomous drones successfully cleaned and inspected Eco Wave Power’s floaters — the vital components that transform ocean waves into clean, renewable electricity.
“Our mission has always been to automate maintenance for renewable energy systems in ways that maximize efficiency and sustainability,” said Hagay Climor, Chairman of BladeRanger. “Partnering with Eco Wave Power brings our technology to an exciting new frontier — wave energy — and ensures these systems remain clean, reliable, and high-performing.”
This milestone follows Eco Wave Power’s recent launch of its Los Angeles pilot on September 9, marking significant progress in the global adoption of onshore wave energy. BladeRanger’s drone technology is expected to reduce operational costs, minimize downtime, and enhance system performance, replicating the efficiency gains the company has already delivered to leading solar installations worldwide.
“Wave energy represents the next chapter for BladeRanger’s technology,” added Hagay Climor, Chairman. “This collaboration positions us at the forefront of innovation in the renewable energy sector, expanding our impact beyond solar and into one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy markets.”
Following this successful demonstration, BladeRanger and Eco Wave Power will advance the development of a tailored, comprehensive drone-based maintenance solution, with potential long-term deployment across Eco Wave Power’s global projects.
BladeRanger Ltd. develops and operates autonomous drone-based solutions for cleaning, inspection, and predictive maintenance of renewable energy and industrial assets. The company’s technology eliminates the need for manual labor, reduces costs, and improves efficiency by using smart drones equipped with advanced imaging and diagnostics. BladeRanger currently provides automated cleaning services for large-scale solar installations and is expanding its capabilities into new markets such as wave energy and other renewable infrastructure. The company is committed to delivering safer, smarter, and more sustainable maintenance solutions for the global energy transition.
Eco Wave Power is a pioneering onshore wave energy company transforming ocean and sea waves into clean, cost-efficient electricity using its patented and intelligent technology. With a strong commitment to addressing climate change, the Company developed and operates Israel’s first grid-connected wave energy power station-recognized as a “Pioneering Technology” by the Israeli Ministry of Energy and co-funded by EDF Renewables IL.
Eco Wave Power is actively expanding its global footprint, with upcoming projects planned in the Port of Los Angeles, Portugal, Taiwan, and India-contributing to a growing project pipeline of 404.7 MW. The Company has earned support and recognition from leading international organizations, including the European Union Regional Development Fund, Innovate UK, and the Horizon 2020 program, and is a proud recipient of the United Nations Global Climate Action Award.
