Resonia and Amber Wings Announce Strategic JV to Deploy Next-Generation Heavy-Lift Drones for Power Infrastructure
Resonia Ltd (formerly known as Sterlite Grid32) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Amber Wings, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ubifly Technologies Pvt Ltd and the parent entity of The ePlane Company, to form a strategic joint venture focused on transforming infrastructure logistics using autonomous heavy-lift drone systems.
The MoU was signed at the prestigious Dubai Airshow and marks a major milestone in accelerating India’s next-generation infrastructure deployment.
Transforming Infrastructure Logistics with Autonomous Aerial Systems
India’s rapid grid expansion requires efficient movement of heavy materials across challenging terrains such as hills, flood-prone regions, and remote project sites. Traditional logistics in such areas is often slow, resource-intensive, and exposed to significant safety risks.
The Resonia–Amber Wings joint venture aims to replace manual, high-risk last-mile logistics with:
- Autonomous heavy-lift drone systems
- Cooperative swarm operations
- AI-enabled precision placement
- Autonomous tower erection capabilities
This initiative establishes the foundation for a drone-first material movement ecosystem for power transmission infrastructure.
Proven Pilot Success: Khavda IV C Transmission Project
The partnership builds on a successful pilot deployment on the Khavda IV C Transmission Project, where Amber Wings’ M50 logistics drones transported up to 4 tonnes of material per day across challenging terrain.
- The pilot demonstrated
- Significant reduction in manual effort
- Lower on-ground operational risk
- Faster material movement
- Improved project timelines
By integrating aerial logistics into live infrastructure execution, the companies validated the commercial and operational viability of heavy-lift drone deployment in real-world conditions.
Scaling Toward 200 kg and Beyond
The immediate roadmap of the joint venture includes:
- Development and deployment of 200 kg payload drones
- Integration of coordinated swarm technology
- Autonomous tower alignment and erection
- Gradual scale-up toward higher payload capacities
This scalable approach ensures that drone-based logistics can support progressively heavier and more complex infrastructure requirements.
Leadership Perspectives
Arun Sharma, CEO of Resonia, said:
Arun Sharma, CEO of Resonia“By integrating heavy-lift drone technology, Resonia is laying the foundation for next-generation mechanisation across the sector. Enhanced payload drones, cooperative swarm technology, and autonomous tower installation will accelerate development and deployment in the sector.”
Prof. Satya Chakravarthy, Founder of Ubifly Technologies and CTO of Amber Wings, added:
Prof. Satya Chakravarthy, Founder of Ubifly Technologies and CTO of Amber Wings“With successful pilot results and an ambitious technological roadmap, this collaboration enables a practical and scalable transition toward autonomous infrastructure logistics. We are excited about the transformative use cases this platform can unlock.”
Building India’s Technological Independence in Infrastructure
As India accelerates national grid expansion, this joint venture represents more than operational efficiency—it signals a shift toward:
- Indigenous aerial logistics platforms
- Reduced dependency on heavy ground mechanisation
- Enhanced safety standards
- Faster execution in difficult terrain
The Resonia–Amber Wings collaboration positions drone-enabled heavy-lift systems as a core enabler of modern infrastructure development.
