Centum Electronics Limited, a leading name in India’s Electronics System Design and Manufacturing ecosystem, has entered into a strategic partnership with Indra Air Traffic Inc, a global powerhouse in defence, aviation, and space technologies. The collaboration represents a major step forward in India’s defence modernization efforts and supports the national push toward greater technological independence.
Through this agreement, the two companies will jointly produce advanced air navigation equipment in India, specifically engineered for naval operations. The partnership blends Centum’s strong innovation culture and world-class manufacturing with Indra’s proven expertise and international capability, strengthening domestic production of sophisticated defence systems.
The alliance underscores a shared commitment to the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision by ensuring that cutting-edge navigation solutions can be designed, built, and deployed within India. “This collaboration with Indra reflects our dedication to pushing technological boundaries,” said Nikhil Mallavarapu, Joint Managing Director of Centum. “Together, we are enhancing India’s defence preparedness while contributing meaningfully to self-reliant manufacturing.”
Kenneth Cleveland, Vice President – Sales & Marketing at Indra, added that the agreement marks an important advancement in strengthening local capabilities through joint development and technology transfer. With this partnership, both organizations aim to deliver dependable, mission-ready systems that elevate safety, operational efficiency, and strategic capability for the Indian Navy.
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Bengaluru, Centum Electronics has built a strong reputation for delivering complex electronic systems for defence, aerospace, space, industrial, and medical applications. The company serves customers worldwide with high-reliability engineering and deep technical expertise.
Indra Air Traffic Inc, part of the Indra Group, is one of the world’s prominent defence and air traffic management companies. With revenues of €4.8 billion in FY 2024, a workforce of over 60,000, and presence in more than 50 countries, the group continues to drive innovation across defence, aviation, and space sectors.
