Paras Defence to Supply High-End Counter UAS Technology to France’s CERBAIR

2025-07-25 04:31:47 Technology

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Mumbai, 1st July 2025 — Paras Anti Drone Technologies Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd, has announced that France-based CERBAIR, a leading European counter-UAV company, is intending to acquire up to 30 CHIMERA 200 systems (an advanced Man portable radio frequency detection and neutralization device) designed as primary defence against drone and swarm drone threats.

The deal worth approximately ₹22 crore (€2.2 million) by Paras, strengthens India's position as an emerging and reliable exporter of sophisticated defence technologies. It also aligns with the country's Make in India and Defence Production & Export Promotion Policy goals of achieving $5 billion in annual defence exports by 2025.

The CHIMERA 200, field-proven across India's critical infrastructure sites, offers robust and upgradeable wideband detection and neutralization capabilities, rapid deployment features and adaptability against evolving UAV threats, making it appealing to domestic as well as international security agencies. This has generated international demand, with CERBAIR prioritizing advanced detection and neutralization power customization to address Europe's intensifying security landscape. This partnership reflects global confidence in India's ability to develop & deliver reliable and cost-effective defence solutions at scale.

Ashutosh Baheti, Chief Executive Officer, Paras Anti Drone Technologies, said: "Our collaboration with CERBAIR is proof of India's growing stature as trusted source of advanced anti-drone technologies. We're committed to delivering field-tested solutions that meet the world's highest standards and strengthen India's position as a global defence manufacturing hub."

The CHIMERA 200 is a world-class counter-UAS system with exclusive wideband detection and neutralization capabilities, supporting both omnidirectional and directional operations. Its adaptive, upgradeable configuration enables precise threat detection—including drones, remote controls, and their take-off and control locations—across 400 MHz to 6 GHz frequencies with up to five simultaneous bands. Its evolutionary RF architecture, secure API for C2 and weapons integration, low false alarm rate, and scalable design ensure it can counter drone threats today while evolving to address IEDs, signal spoofing, and broader electronic warfare needs.

Mr. Lucas Le BELL, President, CERBAIR in a Letter of Intent sent to Paras Anti Drone Technologies Pvt Ltd., said: "With shifts in global geopolitics and the conflict in Ukraine, the need for this solution has surged. Our customers are seeking demonstrations and deliveries, signalling a strong market fit. By boosting the neutralization power output with agile modulations to address the newest drone anti-neutralization innovations, we can ensure this solution rapidly becomes a major success."

Paras Defence and its subsidiaries have state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across India, enabling, high-quality, world class & cost-effective production for military, homeland security and critical infrastructure customers worldwide. By partnering with European counter-UAV leader like CERBAIR, Paras Defence aims to unlock new export opportunities for expanded cooperation and future deliveries through 2026 and beyond.

"India has moved beyond licensed manufacturing to become a global hub for the development and export of world-class technologies." said Amit Mahajan, Director, Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd. "By delivering field-proven, customizable solutions like the CHIMERA 200 to demanding international markets, we're demonstrating not just our technological strength but our commitment to supporting India's vision of self-reliance and leadership in defence exports."

Looking ahead, the CHIMERA 200 is set to play a pivotal role in India's defence export ambitions, showcasing the country's ability to deliver cutting-edge, mission-ready technologies to international partners while supporting the vision of making India a global hub for advanced defence manufacturing and innovation. Furthermore, this collaboration reinforces India's potential to become a future global defence manufacturing hub, demonstrating the country's capacity to deliver sophisticated, scalable, and export-ready solutions to international partners.

About Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd.

Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd. is a premier Indian defence engineering company, delivering a comprehensive suite of indigenously designed, developed, and manufactured (IDDM) products and solutions for the defence and space sectors. With over 40 years of sustained business growth, Paras has evolved into a pivotal player supporting India's strategic interests across land, naval, air, and space domains.

The company's operations span two core verticals: Optics & Optronic Systems and Defence Engineering, which includes Defence Electronics, Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Protection Solutions, and Heavy Engineering. Paras is the only Indian company developing and manufacturing Optronic Periscopes in the Asia-Pacific region for submarine applications.

Its technological footprint covers a wide spectrum of strategic applications — from rockets and missiles to naval platforms, land and armoured systems, space research, electronic warfare, surveillance, and electromagnetic shielding. Through its subsidiaries, Paras also drives innovation in areas such as anti-drone technologies, RF and microwave systems, EO/IR systems for avionic platforms, thermal solutions for space, and quantum communication.

With AS9100D-certified processes and a workforce of over 600 professionals, Paras operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Nerul and Ambernath, R&D centres in Bengaluru, and offices in Hyderabad, Chennai, and Delhi. The company serves marquee clients including DRDO, ISRO, BEL, L&T, Ordnance Factories, and the Ministry of Defence, and exports to countries such as Israel, Europe, the USA, and South Korea.

While maintaining a global outlook, Paras Defence remains firmly focused on advancing India's self-reliance in defence technology, powered by strong in-house R&D, integrated engineering capabilities, and turnkey system delivery.