Nigerian Drone Manufacturer Terra Industries Eyes Strategic Expansion into Ghana. Lagos, Nigeria — Terra Industries, a pioneering Nigerian drone manufacturer, is charting a new course by establishing its first overseas manufacturing facility in Ghana. This strategic move is aimed at expanding Terra Industries’capabilities to address the burgeoning demand for drone technology in the West African region, particularly in the face of escalating security challenges.
The company, previously known as Terrahaptix, is poised to break ground on a state — of-the-art, 34,000-square-foot factory in Accra, set to become Africa’s largest drone manufacturing hub.
The new facility, aptly named Pax — 2, is expected to be operational by June 2026 and will serve as the company’s primary regional manufacturing center for drone and counter-drone systems. This expansion is fueled by Terra Industries’successful fundraising efforts, which culminated in a $34 million investment round led by Lux Capital and 8VC.
The round’s swift completion, under two weeks, speaks to the company’s promising trajectory and market potential, valuing Terra Industries at over $100 million.
The choice of Ghana as Terra Industries’international base is strategic.
The move is attributed to Ghana’s attractive investment climate and more stable policy environment compared to Nigeria. It also serves as a direct response to the growing security threats in the Sahel region, where drone technology is increasingly employed for surveillance and defense systems. Terra Industries’expansion plans are a testament to the burgeoning drone industry in Africa.
With the right investments and supportive policies, the continent is on the brink of significant advancements in drone manufacturing and innovation, potentially leading to job creation and economic growth.
As Terra Industries prepares to establish its Ghanaian operations, the world watches with anticipation to see how this pivotal move will reshape the African drone industry and the company’s pivotal role within it.
*Additional reporting by ImNews*
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Source: Africa.businessinsider
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