LAT Aerospace acquires Sharang Shakti.
LAT Aerospace Acquires Sharang Shakti; New Delhi: LAT Aerospace, backed by Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal, has acquired Gurugram-based defense robotics startup Sharang Shakti. This acquisition represents the first major move by LAT Aerospace to consolidate its technological base as it shifts focus toward building indigenous capabilities in both the defense and civilian aviation sectors. Deepinder Goyal, in a post on February 24, highlighted the move as a critical step in the company’s broader mission to develop next-generation civil aviation platforms while strengthening defense capabilities.
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Expansion into Defence Robotics
Previously focused on improving regional air travel, LAT Aerospace is now broadening its focus to include defense technologies. The acquisition of Sharang Shakti, which specializes in autonomous systems and robotics, will allow LAT to develop cutting-edge capabilities in areas such as autonomy, perception, sensing, navigation, and control systems. These technologies have applications not only in defense but also in the civilian aviation sector, showcasing the growing convergence between the two industries.
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LAT Aerospace battery powered aircraft concept.
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LAT’s decision to vertically integrate its operations signals a shift towards internal development of key technologies, minimizing reliance on external partners for critical systems. This approach mirrors global trends among deep-tech and aerospace startups, which aim to control their technology base for both defense and commercial applications.
Future Prospects
With this acquisition, LAT Aerospace is positioning itself to play a significant role in both the defense and civilian aviation industries in India. The company’s earlier plans to develop small aircraft for regional air travel are now being expanded to include the development of advanced aircraft platforms. The Sharang Shakti acquisition marks a key milestone in LAT’s transition from conceptualization to execution, laying the groundwork for future programs in both sectors.
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