Hyderabad, [September 18, 2025]: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s self-reliance in defense and advanced technology, F J Aerospace Co Ltd, Taiwan and Pentagon Rugged Systems. India have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Technology Transfer (ToT) and joint manufacturing of drones in India.
This strategic collaboration aims to establish indigenous capabilities in the design, development, and large-scale manufacturing of state-of-the-art drones to cater to defense, industrial, and civilian applications. The partnership is fully aligned with the vision of the Government of India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan and the Make in India initiative, focusing on reducing dependency on imports and creating a robust domestic ecosystem for unmanned aerial systems.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr.Manikandan, MD, Pentagon Rugged Systems said:
“This MoU is a milestone in our journey towards fostering advanced technology solutions in India. With F J Group as our partner, we are confident of delivering high-quality, world-class drones designed and manufactured in India.
The collaboration will focus on:
• Technology transfer for advanced drone platforms.
• Setting up state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India.
• Skill development and employment generation in high-tech sectors.
• Exploring applications in defense, agriculture, logistics, surveillance, disaster management, and other key areas.
This MoU reflects the commitment of both organizations to contribute towards India’s emergence as a global hub for drone technology and manufacturing.
