Indian company Lotus Advance Technologies Pvt Ltd has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Israel’s Steadicopter Pvt Ltd. The collaboration, highlighted on Lotus Advance Technologies’ website, promises to merge advanced manufacturing and cutting-edge technology to deliver high-performing Rotary Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (RUAVs).
“We are thrilled to unveil our new partnership with Steadicopter Pvt Ltd (Israel)! Together, we aim to revolutionize the UAV and RUAV industry in India by combining our strengths in advanced manufacturing and cutting-edge technology,” the announcement reads. “This collaboration is a significant step forward, offering unmatched solutions for the Indian Armed Forces and Paramilitary Forces. Stay tuned for exciting developments!”
On its website Lotus mentions—“The **Golden Eagle**, developed by Steadicopter, and brought to India by Lotus Advance Technologies under the Make in India policy introduced by our honourable Prime Minister, Shree Narendra Modi, is a revolutionary Rotary Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (RUAV) tailored to meet the rigorous demands of modern military operations. Engineered for precision, endurance, and adaptability, the Golden Eagle empowers armed forces with advanced situational awareness, seamless reconnaissance capabilities, and mission-critical support.”
Steadicopter’s one of the standout products is the Golden Eagle HS (Heavy Strike), an advanced Rotary Unmanned Aerial System (RUAS). This system is set to redefine aerial tactical operations by incorporating Rafael’s powerful Spike SR and LR2 missiles. These integrations enable precise, stand-off strike capabilities against various hard targets, including armored vehicles, structures, and maritime vessels, thereby enhancing battlefield dominance.
The Golden Eagle HS is designed to operate undetected over vast distances, offering a comprehensive solution for reconnaissance and close air support missions. Its capabilities are particularly suited for dynamic and congested environments such as border protection, perimeter security, and urban warfare. By maximizing mission efficiency with minimal collateral damage, the Golden Eagle HS represents a significant advancement in aerial tactical operations.
Lotus doesnt mention on its website when the collaboration started or when it will start producing the RUAVs.
This partnership between Lotus Advance Technologies and Steadicopter is poised to bring innovative and effective UAV solutions to India’s defense sector, strengthening the country’s capabilities in modern warfare.