Paras Defence Inks Historic MoU with Israel's MicroCon for Cutting-edge Drone Camera Tech

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India's Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd has signed a strategic tie-up with MicroCon Vision of Israel, a group company of Controp and Rafael Group, to bring high-performance drone camera technology to India. The tie-up is to eliminate import dependence, increase self-reliance, and reduce costs for sophisticated surveillance systems. Here's a point-by-point breakdown:

MoU Details & Strategic Objectives

The deal makes Paras Defence the sole provider of advanced drone cameras in India.
Costs will be brought down by 50-60% with the alliance, making premium surveillance technology affordable.

Technology & Product Range

Two variants of drone cameras with a usual price tag of ₹20 lakh and ₹40 lakh each will be launched through the collaboration.
Application of AI-enabled analytics, high-resolution imaging, and thermal imaging will give surveillance a boost.

Impact on India's Defence Sector

The alliance is in line with India's Make in India initiative, enhancing local defence production.
The ISR payloads produced locally will aid in border monitoring, disaster response, and industrial surveillance.

Market Expansion & Future Plans

MicroCon Vision will be Paras Defence's sole supplier of ISR payloads and EO/IR seekers.
The partnership will help spur India's drone market, which is forecast to expand 17% each year until 2029.

Leadership Statements

Munjal Sharad Shah, MD at Paras Defence said: "We are dedicated to augmenting India's strategic objectives and are honored to collaborate with MicroCon in this pioneering initiative."
Chen Almog, MicroCon CEO, added: "This collaboration will accelerate the development in the Indian tactical ISR and EO/IR seekers market."

This historic deal represents a giant stride in India's defence and surveillance technology, further cementing indigenous development and economical technology solutions.

Sources: Economic Times, Paras Defence Press Release, APAC News Network