Mechanization and Technology

General Aeronautics Closes Series A+ Funding Round

22 January 2025, Bangalore: General Aeronautics (GA), a pioneering drone technology company specializing in precision spraying and agriculture, has successfully raised an undisclosed amount in its Series A+ funding round led by Fowler Westrup India. This strategic investment underscores the growing demand for precision agriculture solutions and GA’s ability to meet these needs with innovative and affordable drone technology.

Certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), GA’s cutting-edge solutions are already deployed by leading agrochemical giants such as Syngenta, Bayer, FMC, and IFFCO. These partnerships reflect the trust in GA’s ability to enhance farming practices through automation, precision, and efficiency.

This funding round is a pivotal milestone for GA as it will help in scaling production, expanding reach & strengthen R&D.

Leadership Perspective:

Abhishek Burman, Founder and CEO of General Aeronautics, said, “This investment marks a significant step in our journey to transform agriculture through precision technology. By scaling production and expanding our reach, we aim to empower farmers with sustainable, efficient, and accessible solutions that redefine farming practices.”

Mr. Shardul Kshirsagar, MD & CEO of Fowler Westrup, commented, “General Aeronautics has demonstrated a remarkable capability to integrate advanced technology with practical farming solutions. Our partnership will enable them to scale up production capacity, improve supply chain efficiency & grow the business to make a profound positive impact on farmers’ income. Our investment reinforces our commitment to add value to Indian farming and agriculture sector to become food bowl of the world with ‘Make in India’ products and solutions.”

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