Defence Tech Startup Tonbo: Bengaluru-based defense tech company Tonbo Imaging has raised Rs 175 crore in a new funding round. The investment comes from Florintree Advisors, Tenacity Ventures, and the Export-Import Bank of India. The company announced this on April 3, 2025.
This funding will help Tonbo develop advanced infrared sensors and high-power microwave technologies. These tools are designed to protect against modern battlefield threats. The money will also support the company’s global expansion.
According to Zee Biz, Arvind Lakshmikumar, Founder and CEO of Tonbo Imaging, said, “This investment allows us to innovate further in infrared imaging and energy-based defense solutions. We aim to provide affordable, high-tech battlefield intelligence systems to defense forces worldwide.”
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Tonbo Imaging builds high-tech sensors and processing systems for military use. Its technology helps soldiers see better, aim accurately, and operate unmanned systems. The company’s products are used by defense forces in over 30 countries, including the US Navy SEALs, NATO, and the Indian Army.
Before this round, Tonbo had already raised over Rs 300 crore from investors like Qualcomm, Artiman, and Edelweiss.
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