EyeROV, a deep-tech startup specialising in underwater robotics, has secured a ₹47 crore contract from the Indian Navy to supply advanced Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (UWROVs). The systems will enhance the Navy’s capabilities in underwater surveillance, reconnaissance, and other specialised missions.
Deal Overview
The contract covers EyeROV’s indigenously designed UWROVs, which have been tested in extreme conditions — including operations at depths beyond 400 metres and expeditions in the Antarctic Sea. The deployment marks a major milestone in India’s push to strengthen indigenous defence technology under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Technology and Applications
EyeROV’s flagship model, the TROUT, has a depth rating of 300 metres and supports multiple payloads for defence as well as commercial applications. The company has previously deployed its remotely operated vehicles in disaster recovery, dam safety inspections, offshore energy projects, and naval assignments.
With a fully in-house technology stack, EyeROV underscores India’s growing ability to build advanced marine defence solutions domestically, reducing reliance on imports.
Leadership Speak
Johns T Mathai, Co-Founder and CEO of EyeROV, said:
“This recognition is a true reward for our dedicated efforts over the past 8 years. We sincerely thank the iDEX and Navy teams for their support in fostering advanced indigenous solutions. Our vision has always been to serve the nation by delivering technologies that are at par with global standards.”
Kannappa P, Co-Founder and CTO, added:
“For 8 years, EyeROV has engineered underwater systems tested in the harshest conditions. This partnership with the Navy is proof that Indian innovation can set benchmarks globally in defence deep-tech.”
Company Background
Founded in 2017, Kochi-based EyeROV has executed 100+ deployments across India, the Middle East, APAC, and Europe. Its client base includes DRDO, Indian Coast Guard, CSIR, and NCPOR.
Its product suite — EyeROV TROUT, EyeROV TUNA, and iBoat Alpha — caters to diverse applications across defence, marine infrastructure, disaster management, energy, and environmental monitoring.
EyeROV has emerged as one of India’s most recognised defence-tech startups, having won the National Startup Award in 2022 and raising $1.2 million in Pre-Series A funding from Unicorn India Ventures in 2024.
Summary
Kochi-based defence-tech startup EyeROV has bagged a ₹47 crore contract from the Indian Navy to supply advanced indigenous underwater drones. Tested in extreme conditions and fully built in India, EyeROV’s UWROVs will strengthen naval surveillance and reconnaissance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat mission. Founded in 2017, EyeROV has a strong track record across defence and commercial sectors, positioning itself as a leading player in India’s deep-tech ecosystem.
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