Sumathi IT Introduces DJI Dock 3

(Standing from L to R) Mr. Chadu Sumathipala, Executive Director at Sumathi Holdings and Mr. Chandima Wickramatunge, CEO – IT Cluster, Sumathi Holdings gathering the audience. Panel discussion moderated by Dr. Surantha Salgadoe, along with the panellists Dr. Bhathiya Athurupana, Prof. Rangika Halwatura and Mr. Aruna Weerasinghe.

Sumathi Information Technologies (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading Geospatial Engineering Solutions provider and a subsidiary of Sumathi Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, unveiled the country’s first-ever DJI Dock 3 at The View - Waters Edge, with over 180 representatives from multiple government and business sectors attending the event. This launch marks its position as an authorised dealer for DJI Enterprise and DJI Agriculture drones in Sri Lanka and signals a new chapter in the nation’s adoption of drone technologies across critical industries.

Developed by DJI, the Dock 3 is a next-generation drone docking station designed for fully automated, remote, and scheduled flight missions with minimal human intervention. The launch demonstrated its transformative potential across multiple sectors. In public safety, the DJI Dock 3 enables rapid deployment of autonomous drones for emergencies, disaster response, surveying and mapping, rescue and disaster management, and continuous monitoring. Beyond this, it also supports vital applications such as traffic monitoring, plantation monitoring, and the study of animal habits, positioning it as a versatile tool for both urban and environmental management.

Commenting at the launch, Mr. Chadu Sumathipala, Executive Director at Sumathi Holdings, said, “The DJI Dock 3 has the potential to transform the way industries operate in Sri Lanka by addressing the limitations of traditional machinery. At Sumathi IT, we are committed to equipping businesses and government initiatives with cutting-edge solutions, and the DJI Dock 3 stands as a powerful enabler in advancing the nation’s progress.”

Adding his thoughts, Mr. Chandima Wickramatunge, CEO – IT Cluster, Sumathi Holdings, said, “This launch reflects our dedication to bringing world-class technology to Sri Lanka. The DJI Dock 3 is not only a breakthrough in drone innovation but also a foundation for smarter, data-driven decision-making across industries. We believe it will empower both the public and private sectors to adopt more efficient, safer, and future-ready solutions.”

The event further highlighted applications in infrastructure management, with drones capable of conducting faster and more precise inspections of power lines, railways, pipelines, bridges, and telecom towers. This advancement supports the vision of smarter, more connected cities. Additionally, its real-time environmental monitoring capabilities can strengthen conservation efforts.

Live demonstration of the DJI Dock 3 drone.