Drone company Garuda invests in Zuppa

CHENNAI: Drone startup Garuda Aerospace has announced a strategic investment in Zuppa, an indigenous deep-tech startup specializing in cyber-secure drones and autopilot systems. The company did not divulge the amount of investment.

“As the only Indian company among a select seven worldwide with proprietary deep-tech in secure autopilot systems, vital for unmanned aerial systems (UAS), Zuppa brings unmatched expertise,” said a company statement.

“Focused on joint development and market expansion, this collaboration will fast-track next-gen drone solutions.” Zuppa leads in cyber-secure autopilot advancements, while Garuda Aerospace leads in financing, operations, and customer acquisition.

Agnishwar Jayaprakash, founder & CEO of Garuda Aerospace, said, “Our investment in Zuppa aligns with our vision of strengthening our defence capabilities and offering through homegrown, secure and cutting-edge solutions. This investment reinforces our focus on building a robust, self-sufficient drone ecosystem that can cater to both domestic and global markets.”

Added Venkatesh Sai, co-founder and technical director at Zuppa, “Our collaboration with Garuda Aerospace is a true win-win, enabling us to focus on core technological advancements and maintain our competitive edge in autopilot and cyber-secure drone technology. Meanwhile, Garuda Aerospace leverages its strengths in financing, operations, and customer acquisition to drive expansion across diverse applications and geographies.”


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