Indra and SAES have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on infrastructure protection, acoustic systems, and simulation. The agreement was formalized during the FEINDEF international defense exhibition in Madrid.
The signing ceremony took place at Indra’s stand, with participation from Ángel Escribano, Indra Group Executive Chairman; Javier Mármol, President of SAES; and César Solano, General Manager of SAES.
Escribano stated that “Indra is committed to fostering collaboration and the collective work of Spanish industry to develop cutting-edge solutions, ensure the sovereignty and strategic autonomy of our Armed Forces and allies and enable them to compete at the highest level around the world.”
Mármol added that “SAES is a company that’s highly specialized in underwater acoustics and multi-influence, supplying advanced systems to the Navy and advocating collaboration as the key to open and more seamless and efficient innovation.”
The partnership comes as the demand grows for securing maritime communication and energy infrastructure, ensuring port security, and maintaining free access to shipping lanes. It also aligns with the Spanish Navy’s Vision 2050, which includes maintaining a technologically advanced fleet amid increasing global complexity.
Indra is currently contributing to European R&D programs such as SMAUG (Smart Maritime and Underwater Guardian), which integrates acoustic sensors, drones, and intelligent algorithms to reinforce port protection. The company has equipped modern Spanish Navy vessels with electronic warfare, radar, and communication systems also used by advanced navies worldwide. These systems are now being integrated into Indra’s IndraMind platform, aimed at future digital and collaborative combat environments.
