Garuda Aerospace, which is preparing for an IPO, has signed an MoU with Micron Instruments, an Indian company specializing in precision fuzes, defense ammunition systems, and other critical military components. The collaboration aims to strengthen indigenous defense capabilities by combining the strengths of both firms in advanced manufacturing.
Through this agreement, both companies will work on joint product distribution, co-development of technologies, and defence-oriented projects. By merging Micron Instruments’ expertise in custom fuze design with Garuda Aerospace’s drone technology, they plan to develop advanced indigenous solutions such as loitering munitions, payload-equipped UAVs, and next-generation unmanned defence systems.
Speaking on the collaboration, Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder & CEO, Garuda Aerospace, said, “We are proud to partner with Micron Instruments, a company that has consistently set benchmarks in precision engineering and defence manufacturing. This collaboration brings together the strengths of two advanced manufacturing organizations. It opens new opportunities in defence drones, loitering munitions, and next-generation unmanned systems, supporting India’s journey towards technological self-reliance.”
“Micron Instruments has spent over six decades developing critical engineering solutions for Defence, Aerospace, and Healthcare Industries. The future of defence will be driven by innovation, strong indigenous capabilities, and strategic partnerships. Our association with Garuda Aerospace reflects a shared commitment to developing advanced, homegrown solutions that strengthen India’s defence ecosystem and support the country’s vision of self-reliance,” said, Vikram Sahgal, Chairman & Managing Director CMD, Micron Instruments Pvt Ltd.
As India’s drone ecosystem continues to expand, with the market projected to exceed ₹20,000 crore, Garuda Aerospace and Micron Instruments will leverage their combined expertise in advanced manufacturing, defence engineering, and innovation to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to developing indigenous technologies and strengthening India’s self-reliance in defence and aerospace. With strategic collaborations spanning industry leaders such as Thales, Tata Elxsi, and now Garuda Aerospace continues to strengthen its role in India’s evolving defence and aerospace ecosystem.
