Jakarta, INTI – Indonesia's strategic steps in mastering defense technology were highlighted in the Indo Defence 2024 event held on June 11-14, 2025. One of the main highlights came from a Surabaya-based technology company, Infoglobal, which introduced an independently developed large-sized reconnaissance drone called WANI-23.
After previously stealing the show at Indo Defence 2022 with its mock-up of the i-22 Sikatan fighter jet, Infoglobal is now making a splash with WANI-23, a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) category drone that is fully developed by a local team, including from financing to engine technology.
Specifications of WANI-23 Jumbo Drone
The WANI-23 is designed with a size large enough for its class. The drone has a length of 8.2 meters, a wingspan of 16 meters, an empty weight of 630 kg, and a maximum take-off weight (MTOW) of 710 kg. For the propulsion system, WANI-23 uses a 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged pusher engine that drives three propeller blades, and has a telemetry range of up to 80 kilometers with a Line of Sight (LOS) connection.
The name "WANI", derived from the Javanese word for "brave", represents the development team's spirit of independence and innovation. Meanwhile, the number 23 marks the year the drone's development began.
Developed Independently by a Small, But Solid Team
Infoglobal CEO, Adi Sasongko, said that the whole development process is done independently, both in terms of funds and human resources. A small team of five engineers and five helpers successfully designed and built the airframe and developed the engine from domestically available components.
In just two years, the team succeeded in realizing a MALE drone prototype that can not only fly, but is also ready to carry out strategic missions in the field of defense and regional surveillance.
System Support and Global Collaboration Potential
As a UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) platform, WANI-23 has the capability to carry out various missions such as intelligence, reconnaissance and military operations support in real-time. The drone is supported by an advanced ground control system, the Ground Control Station (GCS) Console, which is also exhibited at Indo Defence 2024.
Infoglobal also opens itself to establish strategic cooperation with domestic and foreign partners to accelerate the development and improvement of the WANI-23 drone. This step is expected to further strengthen the independence of Indonesia's defense industry while increasing global competitiveness.
Conclusion:
The launch of WANI-23 drone by Infoglobal in Indo Defence 2024 is a clear evidence of the nation's ability to develop defense technology independently. With the design and engine developed entirely by the local team, WANI-23 reflects the spirit of Indonesia's independence and innovation in the aerospace field. In the future, Infoglobal opens strategic collaboration opportunities to strengthen national technology capabilities while encouraging the growth of domestic defense industry.
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