SpearUAV, Israel-based developers and suppliers of unique Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) solutions for defence and Homeland Security (HLS) applications — has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Paras Aerospace, a subsidiary of Paras Defence and Space Technologies Limited, to introduce the unique encapsulated Ninox-40 system to the Indian market for use by military forces, paramilitary, internal security, and law enforcement agencies.

Ninox-40 is a micro-tactical, cost-effective drone system, featuring an encapsulated drone and control unit.

“The defence sector in India faces challenges in surveillance of multiple international borders as well as dealing with extreme natural forces, such as monsoon storms, cyclones and earthquakes,” Yishai Amir, CEO of SpearUAV said in a statement.

These challenges apply to the special forces, army, navy, various internal security divisions, and national disaster response teams. The cooperation between our companies will address the needs of these forces, in order to give every person, officer and first responder an immediate ISTAR capability to complete their mission and save lives.”

Specifically designed for single-user operation, the Ninox 40 is a micro-tactical, cost-effective drone system, featuring an encapsulated drone and control unit. Weighing under 250g. it is lightweight enough to be incorporated into the soldier’s vest during combat. The Ninox 40 has a flight capacity of up to 40 minutes, extensive ISTAR capabilities, day and night camera for enhanced situational awareness, automatic tracking, and can be launched on the move even in harsh environmental conditions.

“Paras is a recognised and a well-known defence technology provider catering to the Indian government organisations such as DRDO and Defence PSUs and the private sector across India and to companies from other Asian and Middle Eastern countries,” Pankaj Akula, CEO of Paras Aerospace, said.

About Ninox-40

Ninox family of solutions create new dimensions for managing today's battlefield. By focusing on the real operational needs of troops, this advanced, ruggedized solution provides the end-user with tools that are accessible, intuitive and simple to operate, and is the most effective way to achieve immediate tactical superiority.

Suitable for launch from air, sea and land, Ninox provides strategic, tactical and micro-tactical solutions with the capacity to carry a range of specialized payloads serving various missions.

This micro-tactical drone system was specifically designed for single-user operation and can be launched manually or from a standard 40 mm. grenade launcher. Sitting in the barrel, it’s ready for launch in seconds.‍

Featuring an encapsulated drone and control unit, the Ninox-40 weighs under 250g – within regulatory limitations – and is lightweight enough to be incorporated into the soldier’s vest and carried on the person during combat.‍

Build to withstand harsh battle conditions, the ruggedized system is ideal for tactical urban environments. The Ninox-40 has up to 40- minutes’ flight capacity, extensive ISTAR capabilities, a day and night camera for enhanced situational awareness, automatic tracking, and can be launched on the move and from under cover.