Fueling Innovation in Indian Aerospace
Raphe mPhibr, widely recognized as India’s most innovative aircraft manufacturing company, has taken a major leap forward in its journey to revolutionize aerospace design and production. The company has secured $100 million in a funding round led by General Catalyst, with participation from existing backers such as Amal Parikh, Think Investments, and multiple high-net-worth family offices.
This marks the largest private capital raise in the Indian aerospace manufacturing sector to date, bringing Raphe mPhibr’s total funding to an impressive $145 million. The fresh infusion of capital will help scale up manufacturing, accelerate R&D, and expand globally, positioning India as a formidable force in aerospace innovation.
Investor Confidence in Vision and Capability
General Catalyst, a leading global venture firm, sees this as more than an investment—it’s a strategic bet on India’s growing role in future technologies. Neeraj Arora, Managing Director at General Catalyst, emphasized the transformative potential of the company:
“What sets this team apart is their unwavering, mission-driven ethos, coupled with an expansive vision and formidable technological depth… Their work embodies the essence of our Global Resilience thesis—building for a future that is secure, sovereign, and sustainable.”
Think Investments, another significant contributor, echoed this belief. Shashin Shah, Managing Partner, said:
“Raphe mPhibr is uniquely positioned to develop cutting-edge aircrafts and UAVs given their robust, end-to-end design, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities.”
A Vision Born from Purpose
Raphe mPhibr was founded nearly a decade ago in response to India’s Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. It wasn’t built to merely participate in India’s defence sector—it was born to lead it. With an unwavering focus on engineering-led manufacturing, the company creates high-performance aerial systems designed to meet the evolving needs of Indian armed forces across complex terrains—mountains, deserts, oceans, and urban landscapes.
Nature as the Blueprint
Taking inspiration from nature’s patterns and logic, Raphe mPhibr builds technologies that operate with the natural world, not against it. Rooted in disciplines such as aerodynamics, materials science, thermodynamics, and electromagnetics, the company approaches innovation from first principles.
This approach has enabled the development of technologies that are not just cutting-edge, but intuitive, robust, and field-ready.
End-to-End Engineering Under One Roof
Raphe mPhibr is not just assembling parts—it’s engineering complete systems from concept to deployment, all on a single integrated campus. Its state-of-the-art facility hosts:
· Advanced metal processing
· Composite manufacturing
· In-house engine design and testing
· High-end military-grade electronics production
· This vertical integration allows unmatched quality control, efficiency, and speed—qualities essential for defence and aerospace readiness.
· Breakthrough Technologies Making Global Waves
Raphe mPhibr’s innovations have already made their mark:
· mR10: The world’s first operational drone swarm, revolutionizing tactical surveillance and combat coordination.
· mR20: A high-altitude logistics UAV platform, designed for supply drops in the most remote military locations.
· Bharat: A lightweight, man-portable drone, offering real-time reconnaissance in tough terrain.
· X8: A compact aerial platform for maritime patrol and situational awareness.
These platforms are not only operational across India but are now gaining attention in global defence circles—from Paris to Dubai to London.
Global Collaboration with Trusted Names
In keeping with its goal of building sovereign capability, Raphe mPhibr partners with both national institutions and trusted international collaborators. Among them:
· Dassault Systèmes (France), which supports product development through its 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
· HENSOLDT (Germany), for advanced military-grade electronic systems.
· Safran Electronics & Defense (France), one of the world’s leading aerospace and defence contractors.
Alexandre Ziegler of Safran describes the partnership with Raphe mPhibr as a “technological and industrial adventure” with global potential.
People Are the Core of Innovation
Raphe mPhibr believes that great engineering begins with great people. Drawing on the wisdom of psychologist Abraham Maslow, the company emphasizes psychological safety, emotional wellbeing, and a healthy work environment as the foundation for breakthrough work.
“If we eat well, we innovate well,” is a common mantra at the company—simple, but profound.
This human-first culture helps foster originality, precision, and a sense of mission, uniting its 600+ strong team under one shared vision.
Making Aatmanirbhar Bharat Fly
Prime Minister Modi once said, “The world is looking at India with new eyes.” Raphe mPhibr is helping to ensure that what the world sees is capability, ambition, and execution.
With over 100 proprietary technologies, 1 million kilometers flown, and the world’s first indigenous military-grade drone swarm to its name, Raphe mPhibr isn’t just meeting India’s defence needs—it’s reshaping what’s possible in aerospace.
About Raphe mPhibr
Founded in 2016, Raphe mPhibr is India’s most innovative aerospace company. It develops, manufactures, and deploys advanced aerial platforms including UAVs, engines, electronics, and defence systems. The company holds over 100 unique IPs and runs India’s most advanced aerospace manufacturing campus. With deep investment in talent, infrastructure, and global partnerships, Raphe mPhibr is building the future of flight—right here in India.
A Judged Leap into the Future
This $100 million funding round isn’t just a financial milestone—it’s a declaration of belief. Belief that India can not only meet global aerospace standards but set them. Raphe mPhibr’s journey is a compelling example of how mission-driven innovation, backed by capital and culture, can turn a national vision into a global reality.
In a world where sovereignty and resilience are becoming as valuable as technology itself, Raphe mPhibr stands as a symbol of what India can build—securely, sustainably, and boldly.
(With inputs from Raphe mPhibr)
