Raphe mPhibr and HENSOLDT have announced a strategic collaboration in Bengaluru, India, to pioneer advanced MIMO technology and enhance indigenous production

13 February 2025 – Raphe mPhibr, India’s largest UAV manufacturer, has joined forces with HENSOLDT, a global defense technology leader, to co-develop cutting-edge landing aid Radar based on Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) technology for next-generation aviation platforms.

The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Aero India 2025, marks a significant leap in India’s pursuit of self-reliance.

Raphe mPhibr will spearhead R&D efforts to transform MIMO—a sophisticated system enhancing data transmission and radar capabilities—into deployable solutions tailored for both unmanned drones and manned aircraft.

Vivek Mishra, CEO of Raphe mPhibr, emphasized the partnership’s strategic value: “By merging Raphe’s design and manufacturing prowess with HENSOLDT’s sensor expertise, we’re creating a globally competitive MIMO solution.”

Expanding the Vision-Indigenous Sensor Production

Building on the MIMO initiative, the two firms inked a second MoU to localize production of HENSOLDT’s advanced sensor payloads in India.

The move aims to establish a co-production facility to bolster domestic manufacturing capabilities while meeting global demand.

Raphe mPhibr’s unique closed-loop innovation model—integrating research, design, and production under one roof—enables rapid prototyping and stringent quality control.

This approach earned praise from HENSOLDT Group Global Business Head Russell Gould, as he remarked “Raphe’s infrastructure rivals global benchmarks. Their agility complements our vision for scalable, high-tech solutions.”

Strategic Implications

The partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing India’s technological ecosystem while catering to international markets.

By combining HENSOLDT’s legacy in sensor and electronic systems with Raphe’s agile R&D, the collaboration aims to deliver cost-effective technologies for air, land, and naval domains.

“This isn’t just about technology—it’s about trust,” added Andleeb Shadman, Managing Director of HENSOLDT India. “India’s market potential and Raphe’s design and execution excellence make this a win for global security infrastructure.”