BENGALURU, — April 24, 2026 : Dynamatic Technologies Limited, through its unmanned systems division Dynauton Systems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Germany-based aviation firm Aerodata AG to jointly develop and manufacture the AeroForce X unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platform tailored for Indian requirements.
The agreement was signed on April 22, 2026, in Bengaluru by Udayant Malhoutra, CEO and Managing Director of Dynamatic Technologies Limited, and Neset Tükenmez, CEO of Aerodata AG. It establishes a framework for collaboration on an unmanned airborne surveillance and reconnaissance solution designed for operations across the Indian region.
Platform Development and Technical Framework
The partnership centres on the AeroForce X, a modular Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned aircraft system (UAS) designed for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions over both land and maritime environments. Under the MoU, both companies will evaluate the development and deployment of the platform to meet Indian operational requirements.
The AeroForce X platform falls within the 5-tonne UAV category, with a maximum take-off weight of approximately 4,800 kg and a payload capacity of up to 1,300 kg. The system is designed to support both MALE and High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) variants.
Operational specifications include:
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MALE variant capable of flying at altitudes exceeding 30,000 feet above mean sea level
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HALE variant designed for operations above 50,000 feet
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Endurance of up to 40 hours for extended missions
The UAV features a modular architecture that allows rapid reconfiguration for different mission profiles. It is designed to integrate advanced mission systems and sensor technologies, enabling a wide range of surveillance and reconnaissance roles.
The platform is classified as ITAR-free, meaning it is not subject to United States export control regulations, allowing flexibility in international deployment and collaboration.
Operational Roles and Mission Scope
According to the companies, the AeroForce X is being developed for multi-domain ISR missions, including maritime surveillance and reconnaissance, border patrol, monitoring of exclusive economic zones (EEZ), pollution surveillance, anti-narcotics operations, fishery patrol, search and rescue, and anti-piracy operations.
The system is being specifically adapted for sustained operations in high-altitude terrain such as the Himalayas and in maritime environments across the Indian Ocean Region.
Division of Responsibilities
Under the terms of the MoU, Dynauton Systems will contribute its engineering and manufacturing capabilities in unmanned systems, while Aerodata AG will provide expertise in integrating complex airborne surveillance, reconnaissance, and mission management systems.
The collaboration also includes plans to combine Aerodata’s mission systems and sensor technologies with Dynauton’s proprietary software stack. Production elements of the adapted UAV platform are expected to be carried out in India using Dynauton’s manufacturing infrastructure.
Corporate Background
Dynauton Systems was established in 2023 as a deep-technology startup by Dynamatic Technologies Limited, focusing on unmanned systems and mission-critical technologies for surveillance and security applications. The division was formally incorporated as Dynauton Limited in mid-April 2026.
Dynamatic Technologies Limited is a precision engineering company with operations in India and Europe, engaged in the design and manufacture of products for aeronautics, hydraulics, metallurgy, and security sectors.
Aerodata AG, headquartered in Braunschweig, Germany, specializes in aviation solutions, particularly airborne surveillance, flight inspection systems, and mission management technologies.
Executive Statements
Neset Tükenmez stated that the agreement represents a step toward adapting the AeroForce X platform for ISR missions in the Himalayas and the Indian Ocean Region, combining the technological strengths of both companies.
Udayant Malhoutra said the collaboration enables Dynauton Systems to build on an established platform and jointly develop solutions for complex surveillance and reconnaissance requirements.
Industry Context and Next Steps
The partnership aligns with India’s ongoing efforts to expand domestic aerospace manufacturing capabilities and reduce reliance on imported unmanned systems. By integrating European mission system expertise with local engineering and production, the collaboration is positioned to address requirements of Indian defence and security agencies.
The companies indicated that further evaluation and development activities will follow under the MoU framework. No financial details or specific timelines for deployment or production were disclosed.
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