About Us
Your long-term professional partner in
drone technology
CloudIA was established to help every operator use drone technology safely, lawfully and
efficiently. Whether you are flying recreationally, operating as a sole trader or managing
complex corporate drone operations, we support you from planning through to
implementation with academic expertise, regulatory and legislative experience, and the
insight gained from hundreds of successful projects.
Drone technology creates real value only when it is used safely and in compliance with the rules.
We believe drones can be effective tools for business operations. However, the right technology alone is not enough – up-to-date professional knowledge, well-designed processes and continuous regulatory compliance are also essential.
Our mission is to provide our clients with this expertise and support, acting as their long-term partner in the successful use of drone technology.
Real experience behind
the numbers
Hundreds of trained professionals
Participants in our training programmes gain up-to-date, practical knowledge.
University spin-off company
Scientific foundations and practical expertise combined within one organisation.
Hundreds of successful projects
We have helped clients across various industries introduce and develop drone technology.
Outstanding expertise
We have contributed to nearly 40% of operational authorisations issued in Hungary and also have experience with international authorisation processes.
We are more than service providers. We actively shape the drone sector.
CloudIA is built on a professional approach that combines education, research and development, practical experience, and regulatory expertise.
This enables us to provide clients with genuine, long-term solutions that work in practice.
Academic background
CloudIA is a spin-off company of Széchenyi István University and EDUTUS University.
Regulatory and legislative expertise
Our experts actively contribute to the development of drone regulation in Hungary.
Training and practice, hand in hand
Our instructors do not only teach drone operations - they apply their expertise in practice every day.
Comprehensive service portfolio
From training and consulting to authorisations and compliance support, we stand beside our clients in every key area.
CloudIA’s strength lies in the
experts behind it.
Our team members come from a range of professional backgrounds, but share a commitment to drone technology and the highest standards of expertise.
Dr. Szauer Balázs
Dr. Balázs Szauer, an attorney-at-law, leads the organisation. He graduated from the Faculty of Law and Political Sciences at Pázmány Péter Catholic University and completed the Criminal Administration and Criminal Investigation specialisation at the Faculty of Law Enforcement of the University of Public Service.
Since 2021, he has chaired the Regulatory Working Group of the Hungarian Drone Coalition and has contributed as an expert to the development and reform of Hungary’s regulatory framework for unmanned aircraft. He is a regular invited speaker at professional events.
Dr. Sándor Zsolt
An aviation expert, transport engineer and economist, Dr. Zsolt Sándor earned his PhD in transport sciences. He began his professional career at HungaroControl, the Hungarian Air Navigation Service Provider company and has worked in aviation for more than a decade.
As a conventional aircraft pilot, he has a comprehensive understanding of aviation as a whole and is well versed in the combined questions of conventional and unmanned aircraft. As an associate professor, he actively contributes to educating the next generation of engineers. He is also an accredited instructor and appointed examiner, helping strengthen the quality and safety of the profession.
He regularly publishes in professional and popular-science journals and blogs, and is a frequent conference speaker.
Korcz Miklós Máté
He is a drone expert and CloudIA Zrt. team member, formerly the professional lead of the DDC Drone Division. He has extensive practical UAS flight experience.
His professional work focuses primarily on the practical deployment of unmanned aircraft systems, operational planning, and the authorisation and regulatory environment. He has participated in the organisation and delivery of numerous Hungarian professional and training programmes and competitions involving drones, including FPV, Drone Soccer and agricultural drone initiatives.
His key professional interests include the planning of complex UAS operations, the development of operational and safety requirements, and the safe integration of unmanned aviation.
Dr. Szauer Balázs
Dr. Balázs Szauer, an attorney-at-law, leads the organisation. He graduated from the Faculty of Law and Political Sciences at Pázmány Péter Catholic University and completed the Criminal Administration and Criminal Investigation specialisation at the Faculty of Law Enforcement of the University of Public Service.
Since 2021, he has chaired the Regulatory Working Group of the Hungarian Drone Coalition and has contributed as an expert to the development and reform of Hungary’s regulatory framework for unmanned aircraft. He is a regular invited speaker at professional events.
Dr. Sándor Zsolt
An aviation expert, transport engineer and economist, Dr. Zsolt Sándor earned his PhD in transport sciences. He began his professional career at HungaroControl, the Hungarian Air Navigation Service Provider company and has worked in aviation for more than a decade.
As a conventional aircraft pilot, he has a comprehensive understanding of aviation as a whole and is well versed in the combined questions of conventional and unmanned aircraft. As an associate professor, he actively contributes to educating the next generation of engineers. He is also an accredited instructor and appointed examiner, helping strengthen the quality and safety of the profession.
He regularly publishes in professional and popular-science journals and blogs, and is a frequent conference speaker.
Korcz Miklós Máté
He is a drone expert and CloudIA Zrt. team member, formerly the professional lead of the DDC Drone Division. He has extensive practical UAS flight experience.
His professional work focuses primarily on the practical deployment of unmanned aircraft systems, operational planning, and the authorisation and regulatory environment. He has participated in the organisation and delivery of numerous Hungarian professional and training programmes and competitions involving drones, including FPV, Drone Soccer and agricultural drone initiatives.
His key professional interests include the planning of complex UAS operations, the development of operational and safety requirements, and the safe integration of unmanned aviation.
We do more than follow the industry.
CloudIA plays an active role in the development of Hungary’s drone sector. Our experts regularly teach, publish, present at conferences and contribute to shaping professional dialogue.
Our partners
Over recent years, numerous companies, institutions and professional organisations have chosen CloudIA as their partner. These collaborations reinforce our commitment to high professional standards and long-term partnerships.
What do our clients say?
Professional credibility is best judged by those who have already worked with us. We are proud that our clients share their satisfaction in public reviews as well.
Let’s work together.
Whether you are just beginning to use drone technology or looking for an experienced professional partner for a complex project, the CloudIA team is ready to support you at every step.
Let’s discuss how we can help you achieve your business goals.