DRS RADA Technologies

Tactical Radar and Avionics Systems

Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Acquired by Leonardo DRS
Acquired Founded 1970
Total raised
$35.3M
Last: PIPE 2020-03
Stage
Acquired
Founded
1970
Headcount
712
HQ
Sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS

About

DRS RADA is a global defense technology company focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems. The company is a leader in mini tactical radars, serving attractive, high-growth markets such as active military protection, counter-UAS, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

DRS RADA offers advanced pulse-Doppler, multi-mission, and AESA radar systems for tactical applications. These software-defined radar systems are designed to achieve hemispheric spatial coverage in a cost-effective way.

The company's intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions are based on fiber-optic gyros and micro-electromechanical sensors, which provide cost-effective solutions for aerial and land tactical vehicles.

RADA also develops airborne video and data recorders, offering a wide range of solid-state digital recorders, cameras, and debriefing systems and complete avionic upgrade suites for combat and ISR aircraft.

Funding history · 2 rounds · $35.3M total

2020-03
PIPE $25.3M
2017-08
PIPE $10.0M

Company Intelligence Q&A

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When was DRS RADA Technologies acquired and by whom?
DRS RADA Technologies was acquired by Leonardo DRS in November 2022.
What was the total amount of funding raised by DRS RADA Technologies before its acquisition?
DRS RADA Technologies raised a total of $35.3 million through PIPE rounds. For a full financing history, please refer to startupim.
When did DRS RADA Technologies establish its US headquarters and manufacturing facility?
DRS RADA Technologies officially opened its US Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility in Germantown, Maryland, in December 2019.
What was a significant development regarding DRS RADA Technologies' production in the US?
In March 2020, DRS RADA Technologies announced the first US production at its US facility.
What was DRS RADA Technologies' revenue forecast for 2022?
In January 2022, DRS RADA Technologies forecasted revenues of $140 million for 2022 and presented a medium-term organic revenue goal of $250 million.
What was a key strategic partnership announced by DRS RADA Technologies in August 2021?
In August 2021, DRS RADA Technologies and ADTL signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a Joint Venture (JV) in India.
When did DRS RADA Technologies dual-list its shares on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange?
DRS RADA Technologies joined TASE's Dual Listed Companies in February 2021, following an announcement of its plans in January 2021.
What was the reported new business for DRS RADA Technologies in Q1 2022?
DRS RADA Technologies reported over $29 million in new business in Q1 2022.
What was the status of DRS RADA Technologies' C-RAM radars around the Gaza Strip in May 2021?
In May 2021, DRS RADA Technologies' network of C-RAM radars around the Gaza Strip was reported to be saving civilian and military lives.

Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Sub-sectors
Aerospace, Defense & HLSDefense & HLS SolutionsDefense Electronics
Technologies
Machinery & RoboticsDronesSensingRadar
Target customers
Defense, Safety & SecurityNational SecurityMilitarySecurityHomeland Security
Business model
B2GB2B

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