Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a global leader in aerospace and defence technology, has inaugurated its latest cutting-edge facility, HELA, in Hyderabad. This strategic hub marks a significant milestone in IAI’s ongoing commitment to supporting India’s defence infrastructure under the Make in India initiative. The new subsidiary underscores IAI’s dedication to building local capabilities and advancing self-reliance in the critical field of radar technologies.
Founded in 2004, HELA Systems has established itself as a premier provider of high-end systems. Over the past two decades, the company has delivered comprehensive support for radar systems, including top-tier field services and advanced D-level repair capabilities for various radar units.
The Hyderabad facility, staffed by over 45 highly trained professionals and supported by more than 80 field engineers, specializes in maintaining and repairing radar modules and sub-systems, such as power systems, cooling systems, IT integration, radar testing, and calibration. The facility’s staff are Indian nationals, showcasing HELA’s commitment to nurturing local talent and enhancing their expertise. The facility will serve over 100 local talents in the radio frequency and microelectronics areas, supporting India’s TRI services most advanced radar system on land, in the air and at sea.
Dror Bar, CEO of ELTA Systems, Vice President of IAI remarked “As HELA Systems continues to expand its footprint in India, this new Hyderabad facility exemplifies our commitment to providing exceptional in-country support for advanced radar systems across India’s defence sectors. By enabling full product support, maintenance, and repair services locally, HELA offers unmatched efficiency in turnaround time, quality, and cost-effectiveness directly in Indian rupees. Our skilled teams and sophisticated control systems ensure rapid response and top-tier service for the Indian defence forces, aligning with India’s vision of self-reliance in critical defence technology.”
Yaniv Mizrahi, CEO of HELA Systems, added, “This facility represents a major milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance in defence technology. With this launch, we demonstrate our dedication to supporting India’s strategic needs through world-class radar solutions, empowering local professionals and fostering innovation.”
HELA’s Hyderabad facility is poised to play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s defence capabilities, reinforcing the country’s move towards greater self-reliance in advanced defence technologies. Through this initiative, IAI continues to build a strong partnership with India, further solidifying its position as a key player in the nation’s defence sector.
