Accel has invested in Nabhdrishti Aerospace, a company specializing in micro gas turbine engines for defense and distributed power applications.

Target Company Overview

Accel has made a strategic investment in Nabhdrishti Aerospace, an innovative company focused on the development of micro gas turbine engines tailored for defense applications and distributed power generation. Micro gas turbines are sophisticated compact jet engines that operate at high speeds, providing efficient power generation suitable for drones, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and decentralized energy solutions.

Founded by experts Rohit, Arjun, and Antanu, Nabhdrishti draws its expertise from India's long-standing pursuit of cutting-edge gas turbine engines, which began with the Kaveri engine project in the 1980s. This initiative catalyzed the growth of a robust ecosystem comprising engineers, researchers, and manufacturers dedicated to advancing gas turbine technology. The founders' extensive experience, spanning over two decades with leading global manufacturers such as Rolls Royce and GE, positions them well to scale the production of commercial-grade gas turbine engines.

Industry Overview in India

India's gas turbine engine industry has experienced significant transformations over the years, particularly in the past decade. The changing dynamics of the defense sector, bolstered by government initiatives prioritizing domestic manu