Thales, Garuda join hands to build secure drone operations
Thales will provide expertise in field of UTM solutions, while Garuda will bring its skills in manufacture and use of UAVs
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New Delhi: Aerospace industry leaders Thales and Garuda Aerospace on Tuesday announced a collaboration to promote the development of the drone ecosystem in India.
As part of the agreement, Thales will provide expertise in the field of unmanned traffic management (UTM) solutions, UAV detection and system integration, while Garuda will bring its skills in the manufacture and use of UAVs, as well as its expertise in the Indian market.
Established in 2015, Garuda Aerospace has a vast fleet of over 2,500 drones and 4,000 pilots across 400 districts.
This collaboration, said the companies, aims to foster innovation and advance the development of technological solutions that can enable safe and secure drone operations and help the growth of drone-based applications in the country.
The government is providing a robust foundation for the drone ecosystem, fostering opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and growth.
"This collaboration aligns well with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) vision, and seeks to support the country in realising its ambition to become a major global hub for drones by 2030," said Ashish Saraf, VP and Country Director, Thales in India.
Thales has built end-to-end solutions for drone integration and the development of advanced UTM systems.
