Raj Bikram Maharjan
Raj Bikram Maharjan is the CEO of Airlift Technology, a company based in Kathmandu, Nepal, that has pioneered the use of drones for logistical support on Mount Everest. Under his leadership, the company has introduced unmanned aerial vehicles to carry essential supplies such as oxygen tanks and climbing gear, drastically reducing the time and effort required by Sherpas and porters. Maharjan advocates for the benefits of drone technology in making climbing safer and more efficient, helping to mitigate risks associated with the treacherous Khumbu Icefall. His work is part of a broader initiative to modernize the climbing experience while addressing environmental challenges on the world's highest peak.
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Raj Bikram Maharjan is from Airlift Technology and is behind the initiative to use drones for waste collection on Everest.
Canettes, bonbonnes d'oxygène vides, bouteilles plastiques et matériel d'alpinisme... Des drones à l'assaut des déchets de l'Everest au Népal
Monaco· 2025-08-27
Raj Bikram Maharjan of Nepal-based Airlift Technology spearheaded the project to use drones for waste removal on Mount Everest.
‘World’s highest dumpster’ gets a fix: $20,000 drones airlift tonnes of trash from Mount Everest — here’s how it works
India· 2025-08-26Raj Bikram Maharjan is the head of Airlift Technology, which uses drones to assist in operations on Mount Everest.
Drohnen sollen die Arbeit am Mount Everest sicherer machen
Luxembourg· 2025-06-10
