EDS Technologies provides a unique software portfolio for Aerospace that integrate business process management with cutting-edge tools for design, engineering, production planning and after sales services. The company is well poised to undertake challenging requirements of Indian defense research institutions. The company offers industry leading commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) modeling, simulation and embedded display graphics solutions. Among the services provided by the company are rapid prototyping, simulation, ergonomic studies and analysis using CATIA and PLM systems. Typical applications are in training, decision making, secure knowledge management and collaboration.
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Micronel Global Engineers
Micronel Global Engineers was founded in India in 1986 offering trading, sourcing and project management services for engineering areas with partnership in Europe, United States and Asian countries. The company successfully executed engineering projects, products, components, knowhow and services for Aerospace customers, optimizing supply chain, management, including technology sourcing, ensuring vendor compliance and certification and qualification for customer requirement, negotiation and through life support.
Speck Systems
Speck Systems provides Geospatial Technologies for strategic, tactical and developmental applications. The company specializes in Optoelectronics, Mapping & GIS and Software integration of C4ISR systems including Mobile Command, Control & Communication Systems, Battlefield Management Systems, Aerial Imagery Analysis Work Station, Mobile Photowrite Systems etc. For the military customer Speck offers an end-to-end solution for real-time Situational Awareness and Battlefield Management comprising application development, mapping, communications, containerization and ruggedization. The company also focuses on developments in the niche fields of Image Processing, Multi Sensor Fusion, Real Time Data Processing, Management and Communication of sensor based datum. Speck’s subsidiaries include Dyotak, Sanchar & Bhunirikshan specialized in specific applications.
MEL Systems & Services
MEL Systems and Services Ltd., established in 1982 offers service specialization in the industrial production process management, inspection testing, repair and maintenance, including implementation of automatic testing. Aerospace and defense specialization include provision of electronic systems for strategic programs, engineering for defense and space applications and electronic maintenance and support.
Merlin-Hawk Associates
Merlin Hawk specializing in electronic system testing for existing systems as well as new designs. Merlin Hawk services are assisting system developers with rapid prototyping of new products. For aerospace and defense applications the company also offers electronic test and monitoring systems tailored for aerospace applications. Technology spin-offs from these aerospace R&D have also enabled the company to innovate products in the healthcare and security segments.
Indo-Russian Aviation Limited (IRAL)
Established in 1994 the joint Indo-Russian enterprise is tasked with supply and supporting all Russian (and former Soviet Union) In a changing and volatile world, it is the versatile and the visionary who succeed. IRAL’s activities include engine maintenance, accessories, aggregates and avionics, maintenance and modernization and re-equipping. Beyond serving the local market, IRAL also assists other air forces including those of Malaysia, Vietnam and Sri-Lanka.
QuEST Global
QuEST Global is a Bangalore-based Indian aerospace engineering and manufacturing company. With established subcontracting contracts with Boeing, Airbus as well as their subcontractors (Saab), QuEST has ongoing manufacturing of engines parts and accessories, actuation systems, aircraft interiors and ground support equipment for major aviation programs.
Onward Technologies
Pune based Onward Technologies Ltd., is an engineering design service provider in India. The company supports manufacturing companies in engineering services assisting customers reducing costs, shorten development cycles and bring products to the market faster. Services are specialized for the automotive, aircraft components, industrial equipments and machine tool OEMs.
The company’s Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Simulation and Analysis centre, operating high-end 12 CPU (central processing unit), Altix 350 SGI server one of the first of its kind in the region. The new facility is dedicated for high speed processing of CAE activities such as analysis, static and dynamic simulations, CFD, Crash test analysis etc.
Comavia
Bangalore based ComAvia provides military avionics and military-standard communications for aviation solutions for defense and industrial requirements. The company operates over 8000 Sq Ft of work area and lab facilities in its Bangalore plant, where ComAvia also provides Design, Development, Consultation, Implementation and Productization of MIL STD applications for Indian Defence establishments. Among the company’s recent programs Integration Test Rigs comprising of data acquisition and simulation systems over MIL-STD-1553B Bus, ARINC 429, AFDX, Analog, Digital, Serial and other interfaces. Portable Avionics Test Solutions, Video Simulators and Generators for HUDs and MFDs using various formats like, RGB, DVI, and more.
Basant Aerospace
An aviation and electronics engineering and support, experienced in military and civil aviation, aircraft upgrades, system integration and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) for aircraft, helicopter, aero engines, avionics and other components. The company is collaborating with local and foreign aviation companies in supporting aviation services in India and South East Asia.
Curtiss-Wright
Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified company headquartered in Parsippany, NJ. The company designs and manufactures products for motion control and flow control applications, and provides a variety of specialized metal treatment services. The firm employs approximately 7,600 people worldwide.
The company operates the following divisions:
Curtiss-Wright Controls, operating from Charlotte, NC, is the Motion Control segment of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, providing niche motion control products, subsystems and services internationally for the aerospace and defense markets. The company operates two divisions – the Engineered Systems unit responsible for flight systems, drive technology and product support, and the Integrated Sensing segment, responsible for avionics, sensors, electronics and embedded systems.
Another division handling defense activities is the Curtiss-Wright Flow Control Company, providing supporting air, land and naval systems with electro-mechanical and control systems, pumps, valves & actuator products, various sealing technologies, monitoring and diagnostic systems.
Noble Aerospace
Noble Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. provides advance Fastening Systems & Cutting Tool for the aerospace industry. These products are supplied on demand conforming to the needs of North American Aerospace committees, AIA, FAA, CAA, SBAC, European Aerospace Committees, Indian Aerospace & Defence companies, Defence Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (“DFARS”) and European RoHS and WEEE initiatives. Noblefix and Helicoil have gained a preferred supplier for genuine HeliCoil Products, thread insert systems and thread cutting tools, that find extensive application across industries such as Aerospace & Defence, Avionics, Commercial Aircraft Applications, Electronics, Microwave/Radar and & Telecommunication Equipment. The company has operations in India, Asia, Middle East, Asia Pacific, Eastern Europe and Oceania.
Processware Systems
Processware Systems is an India-based Information technology (IT) solution provider serving over 300 customers the domestic and international market. Processware has more than 100 technical personnel based in Bangalore, India. The company has introduced business solutions for the education, manufacturing and banking industries.
Skunk Works and XTEND Simplify Multi-Drone Command
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From Ukraine to Taiwan: The Global Race to Dominate the New Defense Tech Frontier
As traditional defense primes face mounting competition from agile “neoprimes” such as Anduril, Palantir and Helsing, the balance of innovation is shifting toward software-defined warfare and scalable, dual-use technologies, while global industry consolidation—marked by Boeing’s integration of Spirit AeroSystems and other strategic mergers—signals an intensified race to secure control over the defense technology value chain. Our Defense-Tech weekly report highlights these trends.
Europe’s “Drone Wall”
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Weekly Defense Update & Global Security Assessment
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U.S. Air and Space Forces Push Next-Gen Programs at the AS&C 2025 Conference and...
At the 2025 Air, Space & Cyber Conference, U.S. Air Force and Space Force leaders unveiled major updates on next-generation fighters, bombers, unmanned systems, and space initiatives, highlighting both rapid innovation and critical readiness challenges as the services race to outpace global competitors. A short version is available here, with a more detailed version for subscribers.
TADTE 2025: Reflecting Taiwan’s Strategic Themes
The Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition (TADTE) 2025 crystallized around four dominant strategic themes that collectively illustrate Taiwan's comprehensive approach to defense modernization amid escalating regional tensions. Based on a detailed report by Pleronix (available upon request). Includes a Podcast discussion on TADTE 2025's highlighting Taiwan's four strategic themes beyond the post's coverage.
Iron Beam 450 Completes Testing, Soon to Join With Operational Air Defense Units
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