XTEND Secures Exclusive $11M XOS UAV Manufacturing Agreement in India
XTEND and India’s Rayonix Tech agreed to an exclusive $11 million manufacturing and distribution deal for XTEND’s XOS autonomy platform, subject to performance milestones and regulatory approvals. Rayonix will localize UAV manufacturing, testing and distribution in India using the XOS operating system with AI-driven navigation, mission planning and real-time control.
1. Deal Overview
XTEND has signed an exclusive agreement with India-based Rayonix Tech for an initial $11 million commitment to manufacture and distribute XTEND’s XOS autonomy platform in the Indian defense market. The contract grants Rayonix exclusive rights for selected platforms, contingent on meeting commercial performance targets and securing necessary regulatory clearances.
2. Local Manufacturing and Distribution
Under the deal, Rayonix will establish facilities in India to handle UAV assembly, testing and distribution. These operations will be supported by a technology transfer and operational enablement program to ensure deployment of XTEND’s proprietary XOS operating system.
3. Strategic Expansion into India
The partnership aligns with XTEND’s strategy to expand its software-defined autonomy ecosystem through regional manufacturing collaborations. India’s growing demand for sovereign defense manufacturing and AI-enabled systems makes it a key market for UAV and robotics solutions.
4. Technology and Operational Impact
Rayonix-manufactured UAVs will integrate the XOS platform, offering AI-driven navigation, mission planning and real-time control. This collaboration is designed to preserve XTEND’s software-first architecture while enabling localized production under India’s Make in India initiative.