Optiemus Unmanned Systems (OUS), a subsidiary of Optiemus Infracom Limited, a prominent telecommunications and electronics manufacturing company in India, has unveiled its new range of agricultural and mapping drones at the 5th Drone International Expo held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The launch highlights OUS’s commitment to the “Make in India” initiative by integrating locally designed and manufactured components into their drones.
Key Highlights
- Investment and Revenue Goals: Optiemus Infracom is investing INR 140 Crore in this drone project, aiming to achieve service revenue between INR 600 to INR 900 crores by the end of 2025.
- Indigenization Targets: OUS aims for a minimum of 65% indigenization in its drones, with plans to increase this to 75% by the end of the financial year.
- Fleet and Pilot Training: The company plans to train around 6000 pilots to manage a fleet of 5000 drones by the end of 2025.
Agri Shakti 10L
- Purpose: Designed for precision farming and pesticide/fertilizer spraying.
- Specifications: Capable of carrying a 10-liter spray tank, it can cover 1 acre in approximately 7 minutes with a flight duration of up to 15 minutes.
- Pricing: Starting at INR 2.25 lakhs plus GST.
Vajra QC P20
- Purpose: Ideal for precision agriculture and mapping.
- Specifications: Weighs 2 kg, offers a flight duration of over 30 minutes, with a maximum range of 4 km and a survey area of 0.5 to 1 sq. km.
- Applications: Optimizing crop health and yields, mapping farmlands for insurance purposes in the event of natural calamities.
Strategic Focus
OUS will adopt a ‘Drone as a Service’ strategy, aiming to make drone technology accessible and affordable for farmers, thereby improving their productivity and reducing input costs. The company will provide robust after-sales service and support to ensure smooth operations, including a standby set of drones and components along with a technically qualified support team.
Statements from Leadership
Mr. Ashok Kumar Gupta, Chairman, Optiemus Infracom Limited, said, “We have decided to march on a unique business model for our drone business and this is based on our ground-level research, which called out issues like lack of know-how on operating drones, scarcity of spare parts etc. The potential for this business is huge given the benefits it serves; we are set to leverage our expertise in drone technology to offer a cost-effective and efficient solution for agricultural and defence needs. It is our effort to revolutionize traditional farming practices and enhance crop yields while promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship. We have already got a portfolio of military grade drones and have started selling our drones to India’s defense and paramilitary forces”.
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