SOURCE: AFI
UAE’s EDGE Group, a leading advanced technology and defense company, is actively seeking an Indian private sector partner to expand its defense collaboration with India. This partnership aims for the local production of EDGE Group’s extensive UAV portfolio, catering not only to the Indian market but also for potential exports.
EDGE Group boasts an impressive portfolio of over 20 drones and UAVs, offering a variety of solutions for Indian defense needs. According to idrw.org, EDGE Group has expressed particular interest in offering the REACH-M Fixed-Wing MALE UAV to Indian defense forces with the possibility of local production rights.
The REACH-M is a Medium-Altitude, Long-Endurance (MALE) UAV designed for tactical Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions as well as light ground attack operations. Its capabilities align well with India’s growing focus on unmanned aerial systems for border security, territorial defense, and battlefield intelligence gathering.
This collaboration aligns with India’s “Make in India” initiative, promoting self-reliance in defense manufacturing. An Indian partner would benefit from EDGE Group’s expertise in UAV technology, while EDGE Group would gain access to India’s growing defense market and potentially leverage India’s manufacturing capabilities for export purposes.