HFCL Selected by General Atomics for Critical UAV Sub-Systems

Home-grown telecom firm HFCL has been chosen by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Incorporated to develop and supply crucial sub-systems for their advanced unmanned aircraft systems. This alliance underscores HFCL's technical expertise and dedication to the Make in India initiative, marking a significant milestone in its journey towards contributing cutting-edge technology to defence forces.

In a major breakthrough for the home-grown telecom sector, HFCL has been selected by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Incorporated (GA-ASI) to develop and supply essential sub-systems for advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This collaboration highlights HFCL's technical expertise and dedication to high-stakes engineering.

HFCL is currently focused on developing a state-of-the-art drone detection radar, expected to revolutionize modern drone detection systems. This new partnership places HFCL at the forefront of the global UAV scene, underlined by the company's versatile technological offerings in radar and radio frequency solutions.

The company's subsidiary, Raddef, specializes in portable and deployable advanced radar and wireless technologies suited for multiple terrains. HFCL Managing Director Mahendra Nahata emphasized that this partnership with GA-ASI is a testament to their commitment to the Make in India initiative. HFCL's involvement in this high-caliber project reaffirms its role in bringing cutting-edge technology to defense forces.

(With inputs from agencies.)