13 February 2025

Raphe mPhibr, India’s largest UAV manufacturer, has joined forces with HENSOLDT, a global defense technology leader, to co-develop cutting-edge landing aid Radar based on Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) technology for next-generation aviation platforms. 

The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Aero India 2025, marks a significant leap in India’s pursuit of self-reliance.

Raphe mPhibr will spearhead R&D efforts to transform MIMO—a sophisticated system enhancing data transmission and radar capabilities—into deployable solutions tailored for both unmanned drones and manned aircraft.

Vivek Mishra, CEO of Raphe mPhibr, emphasized the partnership’s strategic value: “By merging Raphe’s design and manufacturing prowess with HENSOLDT’s sensor expertise, we’re creating a globally competitive MIMO solution.”

Expanding the Vision-Indigenous Sensor Production

Building on the MIMO initiative, the two firms inked a second MoU to localize production of HENSOLDT’s advanced sensor payloads in India.

The move aims to establish a co-production facility to bolster domestic manufacturing capabilities while meeting global demand.

 

Raphe mPhibr’s unique closed-loop innovation model—integrating research, design, and production under one roof—enables rapid prototyping and stringent quality control. 

This approach earned praise from HENSOLDT Group Global Business Head Russell Gould, as he remarked “Raphe’s infrastructure rivals global benchmarks. Their agility complements our vision for scalable, high-tech solutions.”

Strategic Implications

The partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing India’s technological ecosystem while catering to international markets.

By combining HENSOLDT’s legacy in sensor and electronic systems with Raphe’s agile R&D, the collaboration aims to deliver cost-effective technologies for air, land, and naval domains.

“This isn’t just about technology—it’s about trust,” added Andleeb Shadman, Managing Director of HENSOLDT India. “India’s market potential and Raphe’s design and execution excellence make this a win for global security infrastructure.”

About Raphe mPhibr

Raphe mPhibr is an Indian technology company designing and manufacturing comprehensive & customised UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) solutions, internal combustion engines, composite material structures, and mil-grade electronics since 2017.    Their philosophy is to ingeniously innovate end-to-end solutions by integrating research, design, and manufacturing across Aerodynamics, Mechanical, Materials, Electronics, Software, and AI. With a team size of 500+, world-class facilities, and researchers trained at MIT, Georgia Tech, IIT, NIT, and beyond, Raphe stands as a premiere innovation hub, drawing top talent from across India and around the world. Recognised for its growth and inclusive culture, Raphe is ranked among India’s LinkedIn Top 10 Startups.

About HENSOLDT:

HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with a global reach. Based in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a system integrator, HENSOLDT offers platform-independent, networked sensors. At the same time, the company is driving forward the development of defence electronics and optronics as a technology leader and investing in new solutions based on software-defined defence. In addition, the company is expanding its range of offers to include new service models and is extending its portfolio of system solutions. In 2023, HENSOLDT achieved a turnover of 1.85 billion euros. Following the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs around 8,400 people. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX.