- Global Vision, Indian Heart
- From Tejas to Gulfstream & Bavaria to Bangalore
- Engineering Defence, Powering Jets
By Sangeeta Saxena
Le Bourget, Paris. 19 June 2025. At the bustling Paris Air Show, ADU caught up with Sachin Shivapur, Co-founder & CEO of Crevavi, a company uniquely positioned at the intersection of Indian innovation and German precision. Headquartered in Munich and with manufacturing and R&D based in Bengaluru, Crevavi exemplifies the spirit of global collaboration under the Make in India initiative. From cockpit electronics for Tejas to electronics for naval systems, Crevavi is steadily becoming a trusted name in aerospace and defence—both in India and abroad.
Crevavi is a global consortium with a distinct edge—based in Germany but deeply embedded in India’s aerospace and defence innovation landscape. With registered offices in Munich, India, and the United States, Crevavi adapts to local markets while leveraging Indian design and manufacturing capabilities. The company brings together expertise from automotive safety-critical software and high-performance embedded systems to offer integrated solutions across air, land, sea, and now space.
ADU. What brings Crevavi to Paris Airshow 2025?
Sachin Shivapur. Thank you! I’m here to showcase Crevavi’s capabilities in aerospace and defence. We’re working on everything from cockpit electronics for the Tejas fighter to AT test systems and engine controls. We also make power conversion and distribution systems—all designed and manufactured in Bangalore.
ADU. Is your entire operation India-based?
Sachin Shivapur. Yes, all our design, R&D, and manufacturing is based out of Bengaluru, with additional facilities in Mysore and Belgaum. We’ve been working in this space for over 26 years and have long-term collaborations with HAL, NAL, DRDO, BEL, and others.
ADU. What are some of your international partnerships?
Sachin Shivapur. We work globally, especially in the business jet segment for brands like Gulfstream and Dassault, providing galley and cabin electronics like microwave ovens and champagne chillers. We also work on high-performance computing hardware used in radar systems and defence shelters.
ADU. Are you connected to L&T Defence as well?
Sachin Shivapur. Yes, we’re both direct contractors to Indian defence entities and also work through the supply chain of companies like L&T Defence.
ADU. What about your global presence?
Sachin Shivapur. Besides India, we have a registered office in Munich and one in the US. For European clients, we function as a German company (GmbH equivalent), and similarly, we’re registered in the US to serve North America. This allows us to be local in every market we operate in.
ADU. What’s your team strength in India?
Sachin Shivapur. Around 200 people across Bangalore, Mysore, and Belgaum. Our teams are spread across defence and automotive divisions, and we also handle marine electronics for Indian Navy ships.
ADU. What are you doing in the naval space?
Sachin Shivapur. We design power distribution and conversion systems for various Navy platforms. These are fully compliant with MIL and DO-178 standards. Though we’re not yet working with the Coast Guard, we’re actively looking into it.
ADU. Are you eyeing the Army sector too?
Sachin Shivapur. Not yet. But our systems are already qualified for land platforms like military trucks and reconnaissance vehicles. We’re exploring opportunities with the Indian Army.
ADU. What about the space sector?
Sachin Shivapur. We’re actively looking into contributing to satellite platforms—especially micro, nano, and cube satellites. Our power systems and software capabilities are highly applicable there.
Crevavi stands at the confluence of Indian manufacturing excellence and European business acumen. With a strong track record in aerospace and defence, the company is now branching into marine and space systems. Whether it’s cockpit electronics for the Tejas or microwave ovens for Gulfstream jets, Crevavi is quietly powering the backbone of global aerospace systems—firmly rooted in India, with a truly international footprint.
At its heart, Crevavi’s R&D and manufacturing operations are rooted in Bengaluru, Mysore, and Belgaum. The company contributes significantly to Indian defence through its work on HAL’s Tejas, Indian Navy power systems, and electronics qualified for military land vehicles. It also collaborates with industry leaders like DRDO, BEL, NAL, and L&T Defence. The focus is not only on defence but also on global commercial aviation—serving aircraft like the Dassault and Gulfstream business jets with custom galley solutions.
Crevavi’s strategic model of acting as a domestic company in each target market—India, Europe, and the US—gives it a strong international presence. This, combined with its consortium-style operational framework, helps Crevavi leverage a pool of shared competencies across industries. As the company looks to the satellite segment and naval expansions, Crevavi is set to deepen its footprint across the globe while staying firmly committed to the Make in India vision.
As told to Sangeeta Saxena
