SOURCE: AFI
In a significant boost to India’s aerospace and defence manufacturing landscape, Bengaluru-based Spacefaring Technologies Pvt Ltd has announced plans to set up an aircraft radome manufacturing unit in Assam with an initial investment of ?100 crore. This development, highlighted in posts on X on February 28, 2025, reflects the growing momentum of India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative and the increasing role of startups in the country’s aerospace ecosystem.
Founded in Bengaluru, Spacefaring Technologies Pvt Ltd is a dynamic startup specializing in the design, development, and production of advanced soft goods and inflatable systems for defence and space applications. The company has gained recognition for its work on fabric-based radomes, deployable space habitats, aerostats, and ballistic shielding against micrometeoroids and orbital debris. With a track record of collaboration with prestigious organizations like NASA, ISRO, the Indian Army, and the Indian Air Force, Spacefaring Technologies brings a wealth of expertise to its latest venture.
The company’s partnership with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in November 2022, has already laid the groundwork for technological advancements in radome and shelter systems. This new manufacturing unit in Assam builds on that foundation, positioning Spacefaring as a key player in India’s aerospace supply chain.
The decision to establish the aircraft radome manufacturing facility in Assam marks a strategic expansion for Spacefaring Technologies beyond its Bengaluru base. Radomes—radar domes—are critical components that protect radar antennas on aircraft, ships, and ground-based systems while allowing electromagnetic signals to pass through with minimal interference. The demand for high-quality, domestically produced radomes has surged as India ramps up its indigenous defence production and modernizes its military aviation fleet.
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