MIC Electronics has strengthened its role in India’s railway digital upgrade by securing a fresh contract from Central Railway while also expanding its existing work with Southern Railway. This development further establishes the company as an important technology partner in the modernization of passenger information systems and the ongoing digital transformation of Indian Railways.
Under the new order from the Nagpur Division of Central Railway, valued at more than ₹1.12 crore, MIC Electronics will handle the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of advanced telecom systems and Passenger Information Display Systems (PIDS) at Wardha station. The project is designed to improve real-time passenger updates and enhance the overall travel experience.
“With increasing focus on smart stations under initiatives like the Amrit Bharat Scheme, we see a significant opportunity to transform how passengers receive real-time information. Our solutions are designed to ensure accuracy, reliability, and seamless communication across stations,” said Rakshit Mathur, CEO, MIC Electronics.
In parallel, MIC Electronics is also executing a major project under Southern Railway’s Salem Division as part of the Government of India’s Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The scope includes deployment of integrated Passenger Information Systems across key stations including Tirupattur, Samalpatti, Morappur, Bommidi, and Salem, along with comprehensive annual maintenance support for five years.
As part of the latest approved variation, the Salem project value has been revised upward to approximately ₹6.76 crore, reflecting expanded scope and additional system requirements driven by on-ground execution needs.
These projects involve the deployment of cutting-edge digital display boards, centralized data control systems, telecom infrastructure, and integrated announcement systems designed to deliver seamless, real-time updates to passengers. The initiatives are aligned with Indian Railways’ broader vision of transforming stations into smart, passenger-friendly hubs.
With these developments, MIC Electronics continues to strengthen its footprint in railway modernization, leveraging its expertise in LED display technologies and intelligent communication systems to support India’s rapidly evolving transport infrastructure.
This certification is equivalent to the Design Organisation Approval (DOA) issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
About the Approved Organization System
The Approved Organization System is a framework in which the MLIT audits and certifies whether an organization’s capability to conduct its operations meets specific standards. Within this system, the ADO certification is granted to organizations that possess the systems necessary to properly execute aircraft design and post-design inspections. By obtaining this certification, organizations are authorized to conduct a portion of the inspections typically performed by the government, thereby streamlining the development process.
As of April 2026, SkyDrive joins an elite group of only six companies in Japan—including major long-standing aerospace manufacturers—to hold this certification, underscoring the company’s exceptional engineering standards.
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MLIT: “Certification Systems for Aircraft and Components”
https://www.mlit.go.jp/koku/15_bf_000070.html
MLIT: “List of Certified Organizations”
https://www.asims.mlit.go.jp/
Strategic Significance: Accelerating Toward 2028
SkyDrive is currently pursuing a Type Certificate (TC), which validates the safety of its aircraft, with the goal of practical implementation from 2028 onwards. Earning the ADO certification confirms that SkyDrive meets the certification standards for an Approved Organization. This establishes our design system and further solidifies the roadmap toward launching services in 2028.
By leveraging this officially recognized framework, SkyDrive will streamline the path to Type Certification and accelerate our timeline toward commercialization. We remain dedicated to advancing safe eVTOL technology through close public-private collaboration, striving to build a future where seamless air mobility is part of everyday life for everyone.
Certification Details
- Certificate Number: No. 313
- Certified Capabilities: Aircraft Design and Inspection
- Certified Organization: SkyDrive Inc.
- Certification Date: April 15, 2026
Executive Comments
Arnaud Coville, Chief Technology Officer, SkyDrive
“Earning ADO certification is a testament to the relentless dedication of our entire team. From our engineers to our quality management specialists, we have built a world-class safety culture from the ground up. This is a watershed moment for the social implementation of eVTOLs in Japan. We will continue to collaborate with regulatory authorities and our partners to accelerate the realization of a safe, trusted, and accessible air mobility revolution.”
Harald Nagler, Head of Airworthiness and Type Certification, SkyDrive
“The ADO certification grants us the authority to verify and guarantee the integrity of our designs internally, which is a game-changer for the efficiency of our Type Certification process. This allows us to move with greater speed in design iterations and compliance testing. We are now more confident than ever in our ability to meet our 2028 commercialization goals.”
