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An Iran-based company involved in Iran’s space program; reportedly operates a remote-sensing satellite for Iran in partnership with Russian companies.
Claims to be involved in the production of motors for air and ground vehicles, electronic and digital parts, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and quadcopters, and other types of unmanned vehicles.
In 2015, signed an agreement with the Russia-based companies VNII Electromekhaniki and BARL Research and Production Corporation for the development, creation, and operation of a remote-sensing satellite on behalf of Iran; has reportedly partnered with VNII Electromekhaniki, BARL Research and Production Corporation, and the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) to operate the satellite, named Khayyam, which was launched from Russia in 2022; reportedly has the primary responsibility for the Khayyam satellite’s in-orbit operation.
In 2011, reportedly signed a contract with a Russian company for the delivery of Orion-12 amphibious military transport aircraft to Iran, three of which had been delivered by March 2015.
Members of the board of directors include Seyed Mohsen Vahabzadeh Moghadam and Abbas Abdi Asjerd, who has also served as managing director.
Bonyan Danesh Shargh Private Company (Bonyan Danesh Shargh) is an Iran-based company that produces UAVs, quadcopters, engines, and electronic and digital parts. The company engages in a wide range of business activities and operates in the public and private sectors in Iran and abroad. Bonyan Danesh Shargh has served as an intermediary for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force Self-Sufficiency Jihad Organization (IRGC ASF SSJO) in its business dealings. Bonyan Danesh Shargh has been involved in the IRGC ASF SSJO discussions regarding the Alabuga UAV facility in Russia.
The IRGC ASF SSJO is involved in Iranian ballistic missile research and development and manages Iran’s production of Shahed-series UAVs. The Department of State designated the IRGC ASF SSJO pursuant to E.O. 13382 on July 18, 2017 for engaging, or attempting to engage, in activities or transactions that have materially contributed to, or pose a risk of materially contributing to, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction or their means of delivery. Bonyan Danesh Shargh is being designated pursuant to E.O. 13382 for having provided, or attempted to provide, financial, material, technological or other support for, or goods or services in support of, the IRGC ASF SSJO.
BONYAN DANESH SHARGH LEADERSHIP AND BUSINESS NETWORK
Abbas Abdi Asjerd (Asjerd) has served as Chief Executive Officer of Bonyan Danesh Shargh where Seyed Mohsen Vahabzadeh Moghadam (Moghadam) and Zahra Abdi Asjerd (Zahra) have served in different official capacities. Hamid Eidi Ashjerdi (Eidi) has provided corporate auditing and inspection services to Bonyan Danesh Shargh.
Asjerd, Moghadam, and U.S.-designated IRGC ASF SSJO Chief Abdollah Mehrabi (Mehrabi) serve in different official capacities at the Iran-based firm Baran Sazan Caspian Anzali Free Zone Company (BSC). Asjerd and Moghadam are also board members of the Iran-based firms Sanaye Motorsazi Alvand Private Company (Alvand) and Pishro Sanat Aseman Sharif Private Company (Pishro Sanat). Alvand manufactures, imports, and exports UAVs and engines. Pishro Sanat designs and manufactures sensitive UAV components, including servomotors. Mohammad Ali Moradipour (Moradipour) has provided corporate auditing and inspection services to Alvand.
Mehrabi was designated pursuant to E.O. 13382 on October 29, 2021 for acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, the IRGC ASF SSJO.
Asjerd, Moghadam, and Zahra are being designated pursuant to E.O. 13382 for acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, Bonyan Danesh Shargh. BSC, Alvand, and Pishro Sanat are being designated pursuant to E.O. 13382 for being owned or controlled by, directly or indirectly, Asjerd. Eidi is being designated pursuant to E.O. 13382 for having provided, or attempted to provide, financial, material, technological or other support for, or goods or services in support of, Bonyan Danesh Shargh. Moradipour is being designated pursuant to E.O. 13382 for having provided, or attempted to provide, financial, material, technological or other support for, or goods or services in support of, Alvand.
Person of interests:
Abbas Abdi Asjerd has served as Chief Executive Officer of Bonyan Danesh Shargh
Seyed Mohsen Vahabzadeh Moghadam
Zahra Abdi Asjerd
Hamid Eidi Ashjerdi (Eidi) has provided corporate auditing and inspection services to Bonyan Danesh Shargh
Involved In:
UAV Procurement Network
Also Known As:
Bonyan Danesh Shargh Private Company
Arabic: شرکت بنیان دانش شرق
BONYAN DANESH SHARGH COMPANY
Organization Established Date:
16 Mar 1994
Country:
Iran
Address:
District 15, Bagh Saba-Sohrevardi Street, Ghabousnameh, Shahid Mohammad Bakhshi Movaghar Alley, 2nd Floor, No. 27, Tehran, Tehran Province 1588856643, Iran
National ID No.:
10101477155 (Iran)
Registration Number:
103805 (Iran)