Euronext | MLUAV | € 38.60 | 04/21/2026

Enabling drones to populate our skies.

About us

About us

Embention, pioneers in autopilots and safety-critical avionics for autonomous vehicles since 2007, leading the market for UAS and eVTOL autopilots and components. Embention is approved as POA and APDOA organization, being the only company under EASA supervision authorized to apply for and hold ETSO autopilot authorizations (ETSO C198). Developing high performance avionics for UAM in accordance with DO178C, DO254 and DO160 standards for aviation certifications. Embention is certified under ISO9001 and EN9100 quality standards.

Our mission

Our mission

To lead the industry of certified safety-critical components for drones.

Company Values

Committed to Excellence

Delivering top-tier drone products, ensuring quality from development to manufacturing through rigorous verification and validation.

Innovative Pioneers

Bringing cutting-edge technologies to drones, revolutionizing the aviation industry, driving forward-thinking solutions.

Accountability Partners

Building trust through reliable and consistent drone performance by ensuring that our avionics components are robust and trustworthy.

Safety Leaders

Pioneering safety in drone components by adhering to aviation certification standards for design, manufacturing and airworthiness.

Customer-Focused

Putting our customers at the heart of everything we do, ensuring their needs and satisfaction drive our actions and innovations.

Certifications

At Embention, we exemplify excellence, efficiency and an unwavering commitment to quality and safety in every aspect of our operations, Enabling Drones to Populate our Skies.

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Our History

Our offices

Embention operates globally through its offices and operations centers, each focused on providing local solutions and support in their respective regions. Discover our locations in Spain, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.

Embention Spain

Embention Spain

C. del Chelín, 16, 03114 Alicante
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96 511 54 21

Embention UAE

Embention UAE

Al Bees St abu dhabi plot number 130 store 4, Mussaffah AZ M40-130, United Arab Emirates
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+971 58 667 9823

Embention USA

Embention USA

609 South Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021
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+1 (213) 783-9108

Executives

David Benavente
David Benavente CEO & Founder of Embention Aeronautical Engineering from ETSIA-UPM and also Computer Systems Engineer from UNED, also holding graduate studies diplomas MSc in Aerospace Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Connaught Scholar at UTIAS University of Toronto, DEA Doctoral Program Ciencia y Tecnología Aeroespaciales de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid. He founded Embention in 2007 and is currently CEO of the company, leading a team of over 180 people in 3 different countries.
Javier Espuch
Javier Espuch

CBDO - Chief Business Development Officer

Joaquín González
Joaquín González

CTO - Chief Technology Officer

Ignacio Benavides
Ignacio Benavides

CCO - Chief Corporate Officer

Sergio López
Sergio López

COO - Chief Operating Officer

Daniel Caparros
Daniel Caparros

CQO - Chief Quality Officer

Pedro Pérez
Pedro Pérez

Board Member

Embention Awards

What the media say about Embention

“ Embention Establishes Los Angeles Headquarters & Localized Production Hub ”
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“ Embention Advances Global Reach with Certified Autopilot Systems for UAVs ”
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“ Embention incorporates U.S. headquarters in L.A. ”
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“ Embention Achieves APDOA Approval to Design Certified UAV Autopilot Systems ”
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“ ANAVIA partners with Embention to Advance Next-Generation Autonomous Flight Capabilities for Unmanned Systems ”
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“ Amazon Prime Air brings in new drone safety partner ”
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FAQs

What is Embention and what makes it unique in the drone and eVTOL industry?

Embention is a pioneering company in autopilots and safety-critical avionics for autonomous vehicles. We are the only autopilot manufacturer for drones and eVTOLs currently in the process of obtaining ETSO certification for autopilots (ETSO C198). With APDOA and POA approvals, we develop high-performance avionics for UAS and eVTOLs in compliance with DO-178C, DO-254, and DO-160 aeronautical standards. Operating under ISO 9001, EN 9100, and ISO 27001 quality certifications, we ensure reliability and full compliance with aviation-level requirements.

What is Embention’s mission?

Embention’s mission is to lead the autopilot and safety-critical avionics industry for drones, driving aerial autonomy through reliable solutions that meet the highest aeronautical standards.

How is Embention shaping the future of air mobility?

Embention drives the evolution of aerial transportation by developing advanced technology for drones and eVTOLs. Our autopilots and avionics systems are designed according to the highest aeronautical standards, paving the way toward certification and a future where autonomous vehicles operate with maximum safety, efficiency, and reliability.

How does Embention ensure product quality and safety?

At Embention, excellence, efficiency, and a strong commitment to safety are core values. We operate under ISO 9001, EN 9100, and ISO 27001 standards, and comply with DO-178C, DO-254, and DO-160G aeronautical regulations—ensuring every component and autopilot meets the highest levels of quality, reliability, and certification readiness.