Drone manufacturer Garuda Aerospace said it has made an investment in Zuppa, an indigenous deep-tech start-up specialising in cyber-secure drones and advanced autopilot systems.
Through this investment, Garuda Aerospace and Zuppa now partner to drive innovation, expand market reach, and position India as a global leader in secure drone technology, the companies said in a joint statement.
“As the only Indian company among a select seven worldwide with proprietary deep-tech in secure autopilot systems, vital for unmanned aerial systems (UAS), Zuppa brings unmatched expertise. Focused on joint development and market expansion, this collaboration will fast-track next-gen drone solutions,” the statement added.
“Zuppa leads in cyber-secure autopilot advancements, while Garuda Aerospace scales adoption through its strengths in financing, operations, and customer acquisition,” it further said.
Agnishwar Jayaprakash, founder & CEO of Garuda Aerospace, said “We strive hard with concentrated efforts to not just be at the forefront of India’s drone revolution but also in ensuring we have state of the art secure and safe technologies to offer.”
“Our investment in Zuppa aligns with our vision of strengthening our defence capabilities and offering through homegrown, secure, and cutting-edge solutions. This investment reinforces our focus on building a robust, self-sufficient drone ecosystem that can cater to both domestic and global markets,” he said.
Sai Pattabiram, founder and MD of Zuppa said, “India has a unique opportunity to emerge as a ‘Global Hub for Secure Drones by 2030.’
“However, achieving this goal requires the ecosystem to shift from assembling imported components to a well-structured, cooperative, tiered system similar to those in the aerospace and automotive industries. This partnership between two pioneering Indian drone companies sets a benchmark for future collaborations, driving the growth of the indigenous drone sector,” he added.
Published – March 06, 2025 10:51 pm IST
