IACIT Receives R$ 40 Million Investment From Finep to Create Drone and Flying Car Control System in Brazil

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Published on 01/04/2025 at 19:19

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Brazilian Company Will Develop Innovative Aerial Monitoring Technology Using Artificial Intelligence. With Support from Finep, The IACIT Project Promises to Place The Country at The Forefront of Urban Aerial Mobility and National Defense.

What seemed like science fiction is becoming a reality with a Brazilian seal. IACIT, a company specialized in defense and air control technology, has just signed a contract worth R$ 40 million to develop a revolutionary tracking and aerial surveillance system capable of controlling both drones and urban flying vehicles. The partnership was closed with Finep (Funding Authority for Studies and Projects), linked to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, during the opening of LAAD 2025 — the largest security and defense fair in Latin America.

The system, named Must, which stands for Multi-Sensor Urban Surveillance and Tracking, will be the first in Brazil to integrate sensors and artificial intelligence for real-time monitoring of unmanned aircraft, such as drones and eVTOLs, the famous flying cars. IACIT will lead the development alongside other co-executors, with a direct investment from Finep of R$ 28 million and a counter-contribution of R$ 12 million from the company itself and its partners. The expectation is that the project will be ready in up to 36 months.

IACIT Aims to Transform Urban Airspace with Cutting-Edge Innovation

IACIT’s plan is ambitious. The Must will be developed to operate in dense urban environments, with the ability to identify and track unmanned aircraft in real time, ensuring operational safety and rapid response to potential threats. This technology will be crucial for the future of urban air mobility, where delivery drones, air taxis, and autonomous vehicles are expected to operate in an integrated and safe manner.

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The Brazilian technology has a unique feature: it will be designed for multiple uses. In addition to serving civil and commercial airspace control, the system can also be used by security forces and national defense in tactical operations and surveillance of strategic areas. The Must will be fed by data from various sensors and will utilize artificial intelligence to identify suspicious behaviors and coordinate automatic responses.

IACIT’s History Demonstrates Readiness for High-Complexity Challenges

Founded in 1986 and headquartered in São José dos Campos (SP), IACIT already has a respected track record. It is certified as a Strategic Defense Company (EED) by the Ministry of Defense and provides technological solutions for the Brazilian Air Force, Navy, and other strategic agencies. Among its already implemented projects is DroneBlocker, an interference system used to neutralize drones in sensitive areas. This technology was applied in the security of the Rio Olympics in 2016 and currently serves the Institutional Security Cabinet of the Presidency of the Republic.

The company’s experience with sensors, radars, air traffic, and electronic warfare gives the market confidence that the Must will be another success. IACIT’s CEO, Luiz Teixeira, emphasized during the contract launch that the project represents a milestone not only for the company but for advancing national sovereignty in the era of unmanned systems.

Brazilian Technology Joins The Global Race for Urban Air Mobility

The development of Must comes at a strategic moment. The global urban air mobility market is expanding, with heavy investments from companies like Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer in creating aircraft and infrastructure for vertical take-off aerial vehicles. The difference is that while many of these initiatives depend on imported technology, IACIT’s project is 100% national.

In addition to its impact on innovation, the project generates jobs, stimulates the technology-based industry, and positions Brazil as a potential exporter of cutting-edge aerial surveillance solutions. By choosing IACIT, Finep reinforces its strategy of funding projects with high added value and potential systemic impact for the country.

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IACIT Receives R$ 40 Million Investment From Finep to Create Drone and Flying Car Control System in Brazil

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IACIT Receives R$ 40 Million Investment From Finep to Create Drone and Flying Car Control System in Brazil

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