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Narendra Modi Hon’ble Prime Minister

All eyes of the global defence world are on in DefExpo. These include 517 Indian exhibitors , as DefExpo 2018, ’s premier defence and 154 international exhibitors. Nearly 15% of the exhibition is set to roll. The tenth edition of the total exhibition space has been booked by MSMEs. biennial Land, Naval and Internal Homeland Indian participation includes majors like Tata, L&T, Security Systems Exhibition, will be held at Arulmigu Kalyani, Bharat Forge, Mahindra, MKU, DRDO, HAL, Nithyakalyana Perumal Temple, Thiruvidanthai, BEL, BDL, BEML, MDL, GRSE, GSL, HSL, MIDHANI, Thiruporur Taluk, Kancheepuram, East Coast Road, Ordnance Factories, and many others. Major Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India from 11th to 14th April international companies include Lockheed Martin, 2018. Over the past editions, DefExpo has witnessed Boeing (USA), Saab (Sweden), Airbus, Rafael (France), an unprecedented growth in terms of participants, Rosoboronexport, United Shipbuilding (Russia), BAE visitors, delegations, exhibitors etc. Systems (UK), Sibat (Israel), Wartsila (Finland), Rhode Defexpo India is clearly steering the path of steady and Schwarz (Germany) among many others. Nirmala Sitharaman growth and has been receiving overwhelming and 47 official delegations from different countries have Defence Minister unprecedented international response with each confirmed their participation in DefExpo and 13 of edition. The event will, for the first time, project these delegations are at Ministerial level. Ministerial India’s Defence manufacturing capabilities to level delegations are from countries including USA, AEROSPACE th 5 the world as reflected in the tagline for the Expo, UK, Afghanistan, Czech Republic, Finland, Italy, DEFENCE Edition ‘India: The Emerging Defence Manufacturing Hub’. Madagascar, Myanmar, Nepal, Portugal, Republic of DIRECTORY A Compendium of Aerospace & Defence Industries The expo will brand India as a defence exporter Korea, Seychelles and Vietnam. of several defence systems and components for There will be live demonstration of large platforms all three Services - Army, Navy and Air Force. While and flying display by HAL and IAF. The Defence showcasing strengths of India’s substantial public Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will hold a press briefing sector, it will also uncover India’s growing private after the live demonstration. Formal Inauguration of in association with industry and spreading MSME base for components the event will be held followed by live demonstration Society of Defence Technologists and sub-systems. of Naval Systems, Aero Systems and Land Systems. 671 exhibitors have confirmed their space booking DIRECTORY FOR SALE VISIT AEROMAG AT HALL 6(6.2.9)

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cooperation efforts. Cooperation in the areas of aeronautics and space that started in the Fifties, is organised and well established. It has been strengthened by bilateral strategic Editorial Advisory Board partnerships that were brokered twenty years Dr. C.G. Krishnadas Nair ago. In advance of the occasion, Trappier has Air Chief Marshal S. Krishnaswamy (Rtd) stated that France and GIFAS look forward PVSM, AVSM, VM & Bar to developing and strengthen the bonds Air Marshal P. Rajkumar (Rtd) with India through this mission. “Our country PVSM, AVSM, VM and industries are clearly committed to Air Marshal Ajit Bhavanani (Rtd) encouraging the “Make in India” initiative. PVSM, AVSM, VM We are glad to contribute to buttressing the Rear Admiral K. Mohanan (Rtd), AVSM strategic partnership between France and Mr. Pushpindar Singh Chopra IFAS, the French Aerospace India” he said. Dr . K. Ram Chand Industries Association, has launched This GIFAS trade mission is an industrial Mr. J.K.Sharma Ga mission to strengthen French- demonstration of this long-standing strategic Mr. Arunakar Mishra Indian aerospace cooperation in the wake of partnership across the civilian, defence Air Cmdre. (Rtd) Joseph Varkey the French President’s visit to India in March. and space sectors. During the mission, the Trivandrum GIFAS, a driving force behind French-Indian delegation will hold meetings in New Delhi, S.Radhakrishnan cooperation, will head a major industrial , Mumbai and Hyderabad, to bring E: [email protected] mission to India from 16 to 19 April 2018, together the sectors’ companies from both Berlin, Germany drawing on the very constructive and countries. Detlef Becker promising feedback resulting from French The major aviation and space players E : [email protected] President Emmanuel Macron’s official visit to representing both civilian and defence T : + 497 112317595 India. business interests including Airbus, M : + 491 701626053 Eric Trappier, the Chairman of GIFAS ArianeGroup, Dassault Aviation, MBDA, Safran Paris, France and Chairman of CIDEF (Council of French and Thales along with 54 subcontractors, Marie-Thérèse Bonfigli Defence Industries), has enlisted 60 French suppliers, SMEs and equipment E : [email protected] aerospace industrial companies for this manufacturers will be present. M : +33 (0)6 89 20 95 68 outward mission to further French-Indian Moscow, Russia George Smirnov E : [email protected] BEL Crosses Rs.10,000 Cr Turnover M : +7 (906)711-03-51 / (495)644-17-33 avratna Defence PSU Limited (BEL) has achieved the landmark Sunny Jerome turnover of more than Rs.10000 Crores (Provisional & Unaudited) during FY 2017-18, Managing Editor Nsustaining double digit growth over the previous year’s turnover of Rs.8825 Crores. Some of the flagship projects executed during the year include Integrated Air Command Preethi M. & Control System (IACCS), Weapon Locating Radar (WLR), Hand Held Thermal Imager (HHTI), Associate Editor Weapon System (Army), Naval Fire Control System, Integrated Communication System, 3-D Tactical Control Radar (TCR), Electronic Warfare Systems, L-70 Gun Upgrade, Electronic Anantha Narayanan K Voting Machines (EVM) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT). Sub - Editor Gowtama M V, Chairman & Managing Director, BEL, has said that the focus on indigenisation for self-reliance has continued with more vigour, besides capacity building, expansion and David Barnabhas enhanced outsourcing to SME sector. “BEL has been able to maintain good order acquisition Design this year. These efforts will complement BEL to sustain growth, capitalise future opportunities and consolidate market leadership in the Defence business,” he said. For Publishing Articles, Advertisements Editor, Aeromag Asia For Publishing Articles, Advertisements Aeronautical Society of India Building in Show Daily , Please contact : Suranjandas Road, Off [email protected] / [email protected] Old Madras Road, Tel : +91 9449061925, 9448447509, 9480551925 Bangalore 560075. , INDIA Call: +91 94490 61925 Printed and Published by , Sunny Jerome, Managing Editor, Aeromag Asia, Aerosun Media, Tel: +91 80 25284145 / 25604055 Aeronautical Society of India Building, Suranjandas Road, Off Old Madras Road, Email: [email protected] Bangalore 560075. Karnataka. www.aeromag.in Printed at Rashtrotthana Mudranalaya, 19/1, K.G.Nagar, Bangalore-19. 6 7 India Reinforces Defence Ties with Russia

of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation Mr Denis Manturov and discussed improving bilateral ties with the country. The visit has also marked the closing of the year-long celebrations of the 70th Anniversary of India-Russia diplomatic relations. The meeting included a review of the roadmap of military cooperation involving exercises, training, exchange of visits, and India’s participation in International Army Games to be held in Russia later this year. Both the leaders have reviewed ongoing military technical cooperation projects between the two countries, including measures to promote India-Russia joint industrial activities under the ‘Make in India’ programme with respect to defence production, especially for after-sales support. They have also discussed participation of Russian companies in DefExpo 2018. Russia and India have decided to expedite negotiations for various military platforms soon and agreed to further ramp up bilateral defence cooperation. Russia has been one of India’s key suppliers of arms and ammunition. The two countries are yet to finalise a nearly Rs 40,000-crore deal to procure S-400 Triumf air defence missile systems for the . The meeting has discussed India’s long- term demand to Russia regarding the adoption of a liberal approach in sharing technology for components of major defence platforms as it was critical to keep them in operational readiness. The official Twitter handle of the Defence Minister has tweeted “In order to reinforce defence cooperation between India and Russia with a focus on military technical cooperation, Smt @nsitharaman meets H E Army General Sergei Shoigu, Minister of Defence, Russia in Moscow,”. The discussion has also focused on enhancing defence production cooperation and creating synergy between the defence industries of the two countries.

The Union Minister for Defence, Nirmala Sitharaman addressing the ‘VIIth Moscow Conference on International Security’, in Russia.

he Defence Minster Nirmala Sitharaman, who visited Russia to attend Seventh Moscow Conference on International Security Tfrom 03 to 05 April 2018, has met her counterpart General Sergey Shoygu as part of strengthening the bilateral ties and technical cooperation in defence. The minister have discussed issues of bilateral Union Minister for Defence, Nirmala Sitharaman being welcomed by the Russian Defence Minister, General Sergey importance, especially Military-to-Military Cooperation and other Shoygu, on her visit to Russian Federation, in Moscow. regional issues in a delegation level talk. She has also met the Minister

The Union Minister for Defence, Nirmala Sitharaman and the Russian Defence Minister, General Sergey Shoygu at the delegation level talks, in Moscow on April 03, 2018. 8 9 - Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) Nag, one of the five missile systems developed indigenously by DRDO under integrated Tryst with Glory guided missile development programme (IGMDP), has been successfully test-fired in DRDO is celebrating sixty years of its formation, six decades of desert conditions against two tank targets at excellence in defence research and development. On this occasion, different ranges and timings. Derby beyond could you share your thoughts on how successful DRDO has been in visual range air-to-air missile in radar guided achieving its aims? mode was fired from Tejas aircraft (LSP4) in May 2017, wherein the missile achieved a Six decades of achievements in the service of nation is a major direct hit. Nirbhay, the long range subsonic milestone for any organisation. We move ahead keeping the cruise missile was successfully flight tested in aspirations of our country and our defence forces in sight and try to November 2017. Beyond Visual Range Air-to- give our best at par with the world standards. Today, I can proudly say Air Missile ‘Astra’ possessing high single shot that each and every member of DRDO family is committed to exploit kill probability is being developed by DRDO the best to offer the latest technology. to engage and destroy highly manoeuvring The last four years in particular have seen a change in people’s supersonic aerial targets. Seven Astra missiles perception towards our organisation, which gives a boost to the were successfully launched from Su-30 MKI morale of our scientists. Being a true technology powerhouse of the aircraft in September 2017. Nirbhay, the long country, DRDO’s work in myriad fields ranging from submarine to range subsonic cruise missile developed by satellite has been helping to fulfil the nation’s dream of self-reliance ADE Bangaluru, is India’s first indigenously in defence. designed and developed cruise missile having We have been working on a slew of futuristic, cutting-edge 1,000 km range and capable of carrying up to (SAAW) have been successful. The bomb fired of the joint efforts by DRDO and Russia’s technologies for the armed forces and the paramilitary services. DRDO 300 kg warheads. A successful flight trial of from an Indian Air Force aircraft and guided NPOM since 1998. The success of BrahMos is fully committed to fulfil its vision of making India self-reliant in the missile was carried out in November 2017. through precision navigation system, hit the has emerged due to the sharing of the defence systems, technology and manufacturing. The policies of the Operational Flight Tests (OFTs) for LRSAM target at 70 km range accurately. technological strength of both partners. government in terms of ‘Make-in-India’ and the thrust of the Defence having a range of 70 km were conducted DRDO is promoting India’s defence DRDO has played a pivotal role in the birth Acquisition Council in this direction would be a game changer in the from INS Kochi in May 2017. production with advanced technologies of this unique world-class product by time to come. - Enhancing the UAV of India, and thereby reducing the defence imports. developing its crucial systems like inertial Rustom-2 has completed its first successful Recently, the Defence Ministry has approved navigation systems, mission software, mobile Could you give us an overview of DRDO’s recent major achievements? test-flight last February. the Rs 490 Crore procurement of 260 number launchers etc. Currently, DRDO’s HEMRL The Organisation has set its sights on making India self-sufficient - In the missile field, the first night of Software Defined Radios (SDRs), developed (High Energy Materials Research Laboratory) in producing Defence equipment ranging from missiles, combat trial of surface-to-surface short-range ballistic by DRDO for ramping up Indian Navy’s is developing a special solid propellant to be aircraft, submarines and engineering systems, surveillance and recce missile Prithvi-II has been successfully communication and surveillance on high used as fuel by BrahMos supersonic cruise systems, among others. DRDO is also looking at providing state- completed. The missile has been equipped seas. missiles. of-the-art communication radars, sonars, electronic warfare (EW) with state-of-the-art guidance system and BrahMos created history when it was systems, electro-optics and communications equipments. Each of was fired in real-time situation. It will boost BrahMos is completing 20 years. Could you successfully test-fired from an airborne Su-30 these has been developed using indigenous manufacturing and the night-time combat capabilities of the speak on DRDO’s role in the development of MKI fighter aircraft. BrahMos-armed Su-30 MKI testing facilities to maximum extent. All this has been achieved with a forces. the missile? What is the future roadmap for will be a lethal asset for the Indian Air Force. committed workforce of approximately 7,500 scientists supported by - All the three tests of the light weight BrahMos? Now the missile could be launched from about 10,000 technical staff, who have worked tirelessly to overcome glide bomb Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon BrahMos supersonic missile is the result land, ship, aircraft and submarine, making it the challenges of developing cutting edge technologies and systems. Some recent major achievements include: - AEW&C aircraft was handed over to Indian Air Force in IOC configuration in February 2017. AEW&C aircraft flew for the first time in the Republic Day Parade 2017. - DRDO successfully flew its indigenous UAV Rustom-2 at its Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) at Chalakere, Chitradurga in Karnataka, in February 2018. This was the first flight in user configuration with Dr S Christopher Chairman, DRDO and Secretary, Department of Defence R&D higher power engine. - Firing demonstration of 155 mm X 52 calibre ATAGS, the fully indigenous towed artillery gun system, was given to DG Arty and to As India’s premier defence technology Hon’ble Raksha Mantri. First prototype of Arjun Armoured Recovery powerhouse and industry behemoth and Repair Vehicle (ARRV) was handed over during the visit of Hon’ble Defence Research and Development Raksha Mantri to CVRDE in October 2017. In September 2017, the Trawl System crossed a major milestone with successful completion of blast Organisation (DRDO) celebrates its trials which demonstrated the survivability of the equipment when Diamond Jubilee, Dr S Christopher, subjected to successive series of blast directly underneath it. This was Chairman DRDO and Secretary an important step towards achieving self-reliance in area of critical military equipment under ‘Make in India’ initiative and would result in Department of Defence R&D, saving of precious foreign exchange for the country. shares with us some highlights of its - USHUS-2, submarine sonar developed by NPOL, Kochi, was magnificent saga and futuristic vision handed over to the Indian Navy in March 2017. Major successful tests and trials include: 10 11 a formidable weapon. The supersonic cruise missile with indigenous Seeker was successfully flight tested recently on March 22, 2018 from Please share with us the updates on Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) the Pokhran test range in Rajasthan. The flight test was conducted by Rustom-2 the scientists of DRDO and BrahMos along with the . A high Recently, DRDO successfully flew its Rustom-2 from its Aeronautical level team led by me was present during the flight trial. The supersonic Test Range (ATR) at Chitradurga in Karnataka. This assumes significance cruise missile and the Seeker have been developed jointly by DRDO as the first flight in user configuration with higher power engine. The and BrahMos Aerospace. BrahMos is also working on the hypersonic medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle has met version of the missile with a scramjet engine that allows a speed above all the objectives and the parameters have been normal. Rustom-2 is 4 mach. It can harness immense destructive power from kinetic energy being developed to carry out surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) and hit deep buried targets. roles for the armed forces with an endurance of 24 hours. It is capable of carrying different combinations of payloads like synthetic aperture Could you talk about the role of DRDO in the ongoing modernization radar, electronic intelligence systems and situational awareness drive of the armed forces? payloads. It can carry payloads for electronic and signal intelligence Modernization of armed forces is one of the top priorities of the missions. government and DRDO has been offering its full support to the We are working on improving the capabilities of the UAV and hope to process. We are dedicated to the mission of progressive enhancement make Rustom-2 production-ready soon. Once Rustom-2 is fully ready of self-reliance in defence systems and state-of-the-art defence for operation, it will reduce the import of expensive precision attack technologies. DRDO has developed a large number of defence drones. systems and equipment as per the requirements of the armed forces. Bullet proof jackets and helmets, Hand held thermal imagers (HHTIs), Could you talk about the latest updates on Advanced Towed Artillery Anti-tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs), Night vision devices, Radio sets, Gun System (ATAGS) and its induction into army? BrahMos cruise missiles, Pinaka rocket system, Unmanned Aerial DRDO has developed the155mm 52-calibre Advanced Towed Vehicles (UAVs), Weapon Locating Radar (WLR), SWATHI, NBC Recce Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) in mission mode as a part of the Army’s vehicle and NBC Drugs were handed over to the Army last year. artillery modernization programme. ATAGS has set a record during The NBC Recce Vehicle Mk-I is developed by Vehicles Research and trials in Rajasthan’s Pokhran in September, firing shells to a range of Development Establishment (VRDE) for carrying out post event recce 48 km, against army’s requirement of 40 km. The feat was achieved by of Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Contaminated areas. Weapon ATAGS with special ammunition “high explosive - base bleed” (HE - BB). Locating Radar (WLR) SWATHI, developed by DRDO’s Electronics and ATAGS has also performed well in its winter trials held in Sikkim. Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), provides fast, automatic The ATAGS will be a viable alternative for the ageing Bofors gun of and accurate location of all enemy weapons like mortars, shells and the army. ATAGS has an all-electric drive which gives advantage over rockets. DRDO is also working on projects to develop new technologies traditional hydraulic drives which exist in other towed guns. The for more accurate prediction of avalanches. electric drives of the ATAGS gives controls in handling ammunition, DRDO’s indigenous systems have come to be recognized as world- opening and closing the breech mech and ramming the round into class and their export potential is on an upward trend. The Artillery Gun firing chamber. System (ATAGS), Pinaka MBRL, AEW&C India, LCA Tejas, Akash Missile, The MoD has given the permission to move the proposal for BrahMos Cruise Missile, Sonars, Underwater Acoustic Communication procurement and get the production rolling. We expect the ATAGS to system, Torpedoes, and BFS Radar are good examples proving the be inducted into the army soon. point. With all these DRDO plays a decisive role in the modernization of armed forces. There is great need for modern battle tanks and armoured vehicles DRDO undertook the design and development of Trawl System in the army. With regard to this, could you talk about the Arjun-II of for the minefield area in the battle zone to meet the operational DRDO? requirements of Indian Army. In September 2017, Trawl System crossed Arjun Mark II is being developed by DRDO to address the Army’s a major milestone with successful completion of blast trials, which need of replacing its old tank fleet. Necessary modifications have demonstrated the survivability of the equipment when subjected to been made to the advanced version of the indigenous Arjun Mark successive series of blast directly underneath it. This was an important II main battle tank as recommended by the Army. It will meet the step towards achieving self-reliance in area of critical military requirements of army and play a vital role in modernising its ageing equipment under ‘Make in India’ initiative and would result in saving tank fleet. of precious foreign exchange for the country. The Arjun Mark II is an advanced third generation tank. It is a state- Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) kit integrated to the of-the-art tank with superior firepower, high mobility, and excellent existing Pinaka Mk-II rockets makes the free flight Pinaka rocket to a protection. It can fire missiles, has advanced explosive reactive armour guided Pinaka. This conversion has considerably enhanced the range panels, mine plough, automatic target tracking, advanced land and accuracy of Pinaka. navigation system, digital control harness and advanced commander 12 13 panoramic sight among other features. meet the requirements of the IAF. India also on the LCA project? The Army has shown confidence in the expects to have in 10 years its own platform The Light Combat Aircraft Tejas programme performance of Arjun MK 2, and will acquire for medium combat aircraft and Aeronautical is moving ahead at robust pace and HAL more of them as they become available. Development Agency is working on it. is currently focusing on increasing the DRDO has also been striving for self-reliance production rate of the aircraft. Trials for the The government is promoting in artillery ammunition, tank ammunition, Final Operational clearance are underway indigenization in defence production by grenades and other areas and working out a now. It will provide the aircraft the Air involving more private partners and boosting strategy to make it totally import-free area. It superiority capability with Air to Air refuelling the Make-in-India initiative. How does DRDO is noteworthy that the development of UAV and Beyond Visual Range missiles apart from contribute to this? immensely contributes towards the Make-in- multirole capability. Most of the tasks for India aims to achieve 75 per cent India initiative as many critical systems such the FOC are in the final stage and the rest indigenisation in defence production within as airframe, landing gear, flight control and will be completed soon. The completion of a decade and DRDO has been supporting avionics sub-systems are being developed integration of all FOC weapons including the government in achieving this. We have in India with the collaboration of private flight envelope expansion with the Derby to shed the tag of being a big importer of industries. It has been developed through BVR missiles, the software fine tuning for military hardware and software. We have collaboration with Tata Power SED and Bharat complete carefree manoeuvring etc are also proved our competence in designing and Force Ltd. progressing. developing sophisticated, cutting edge In manufacturing radars and sensors also LCA Tejas has successfully completed the technologies and systems for defence DRDO is working to achieve self-reliance. hot-refuelling recently. Works on achieving applications. We are pushing all DPSUs to enter the path Air-to-Air Refuelling are also progressing and We are going a big way in indigenisation of indigenization. The missile autonomy are expected to be completed by the end of of unmanned systems and are working on mission launched by DRDO aims at absolute April. ADA is also focusing on developing the enhancing the rate of production of LCA to indigenization in missile development. Mk2 version of LCA. With increasing demands in the defence Could you elaborate on DRDO’s future sector, DRDO is making use of both private priorities and programmes in promoting and public firms to meet these demands the defence sector and bolstering national by promoting indigenization. The private security? manufacturers can play a major role in DRDO stands steadfastly committed to indigenization. With the impetus from the support the government’s objective of government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative we promoting the defence manufacturing in are going ahead with transfer of technology India and thereby diminishing the country’s and interface with private institutions much need for defence imports. DRDO will strive more easily and transparently. The only way to fulfil its mission of building on our core to meet indigenization target is by joining competence for indigenous development of hands with private industry. DRDO has state-of-the-art weapon systems, platforms brought out a well-defined procedure for and allied equipment for our Defence ToT to private companies. With that in place, Services, providing technological solutions we are able to deal with the development of to optimise combat effectiveness and many of our projects and further production promoting well-being of the troops. much more easily. In the coming years more We also intend to play a leading role in and more collaboration between DRDO and the indigenization of the defence sector the private firms for manufacturing various by promoting a policy of wider inclusion, defence equipments and products can be roping in more private partners into research expected. and production. The spinoff benefits for the society at large will be substantial and this will Could you share with us the latest updates be a great contribution to nation building. 14 15 through induction of state- To give thrust to exports is one BEL Aims at Rs. 15000 Cr of-the-art equipment and of the objectives of BEL. Could upgrading sensors & weapons you give an overview of your on existing platforms. BEL is export business? Turnover in Three Years contributing in both these BEL has a dedicated areas. Today BEL is working International Marketing Division Bharat Electronics Limited on many new products such for providing an increased (BEL) has achieved a landmark as AESA-based modern Multi- thrust for harnessing the export turnover mark of around Rs. Mode Radars, Next Generation potential of defence electronics 10,000 Crores for FY 2017- Electronic Warfare suites for products and systems, which 18. BEL has been able to fighter aircraft, Integrated EW represent its core area of sustain double digit growth systems for various terrains / business. in revenues Y-o-Y. Based on ships, Tactical Communication BEL has been exporting various Systems, Battlefieldproducts and systems to friendly Akash-Missile-System comprehensive analysis of the Management Systems, Passive countries of India. Apart from next five-year plan, proactive Night Vision Devices, Multi- this, BEL is interacting with new business initiatives, new sensor Stabilisation Systems with Election Commissions of various order acquisition and future sensors, and new gun program democratic countries to market business trends, the company with target acquisition and fire Electronic Voting Machines. is confident of reaching a control capabilities. Also, BEL is Having established a Coastal turnover of Rs. 15,000 Crore providing upgrade solutions like Surveillance Radar System for in the next three to four years, for Schilka and L70 guns. few neighbouring countries, BEL says M V Gowtama, Chairman is interacting with Government & Managing Director, BEL. Could you talk about the on a regular basis for supply He speaks with Aeromag revenue expectations in FY18? of the system to other friendly about BEL’s objectives and Also, please talk about the order countries of India. book position of BEL? BEL has been visiting customers priorities for the years ahead. Revenue Expectations: BEL has on a periodic basis to understand achieved a landmark turnover their requirements, acquisition Could you talk about how successful BEL has mark of around Rs. 10,000 Crores process and to establish long- been in attaining technological leadership in for FY 2017-18. The company has term customer relationship for defence electronics? Please share the details been able to sustain double digit enhancing export business. BEL is Weapon Locating Radar-new about the recent major achievements? growth in revenues Y-o-Y. Based starting new overseas marketing BEL, with a vision of making India self- on comprehensive analysis of offices in four countries in the reliant, has been India’s foremost Defence the next five-year plan, proactive coming months. These countries Electronics Company since 1954. BEL is new business initiatives, new are strategically located in South steadily increasing its portfolio in defence order acquisition and future Asia, South East Asia and Middle Defence electronics. It has been the most business trends, the company is East with a focussed approach trusted partner of DRDO and spends 8 to 9% confident of reaching a turnover towards enhancement of export. of its turnover on R&D. It has strengthened of Rs. 15,000 Crore in the next BEL is the only organization in the armed forces (Indian Navy, Indian Air three to four years. the country which is fully geared Force as well as Indian Army) with many Order Book: The order book up to meet the expectations indigenous defence systems in the field of of the Company as on February of Make in India program HHTI with LRF Radars, Communication systems, Electronic 2018 is around Rs. 40,350 Crores. in the field of Professional Warfare systems, Weapon systems, night The order book comprises of defence electronics equipment vision devices, etc. major programs like Integrated development and manufacturing Some of the systems already delivered Air Command & Control Systems with a focus on exports. With include the various surveillance and weapon (IACCS), Long Range Surface to this, BEL is focusing on the locating radars, Akash Missile System, IFF Air Missile System (LRSAM) and opportunities in the areas of radars, Air Defence Control & Reporting Battlefield Surveillance System helping OEMs to meet their USHUS System (ADC&RS), Combat Management (BSS). Then we have various offset obligations in various Systems (CMS) and Sonars for ships & Radar, Sonar and Communication RFPs of MOD, on account of the submarines, ship-borne and land based equipment for new class ships, Offset policy incorporated in EW Systems, Communication equipment night vision devices, Radars, EW Defence Procurement Procedure Software Defined Radio-Manpack for Navy and Army, Digital Flight Control and Gun upgrades for Army, and (DPP). In this regard BEL is closely Computer (DFCC) & Avionics for Light Electronic Voting Machines with working with various major Combat Aircraft (LCA), Night Vision devices, Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail foreign Aerospace and Defence etc. (VVPAT) for Election Commission companies. of India. BEL participates in International How does BEL contribute to the The Company has an export Exhibitions to showcase its modernization of armed forces? What are order book of around US$ 93 products and capabilities and for M V Gowtama the latest products in defence and aerospace Million as on February 2018, creating brand awareness among CMD, BEL category? including offset order book of global supply chain partners. BEL Modernization of Armed forces happens US$ 19 Million. publishes periodic Radar Warning Receiver for Fighter Aircraft 16 17 India in the BEL website (www.bel-india.com), listing the Items for Indigenization, Items for Procurement from MSMEs, Test Facilities for use by Indian Private Vendors, Collaborative R&D, Nodal Officers.

Could you shed some light about your vision and priorities for BEL to achieve its objectives? Defence segment continues to be BEL’s main business and provides about 85% of Combat Net Radio Mk II revenues. BEL’s vision is to be a world-class advertisements in international / defence enterprise in professional electronics. In magazines / periodicals / journals to enhance keeping with the Modernization plans of the the visibility of BEL. Indian Defence forces, BEL aims to grow at a BEL is currently exporting Communication rate of 12 to 15% in the coming years. equipment, Radars, Coastal Surveillance Segments like Network Centric Warfare, System, Cable Looms and Mechanical Parts Radars, Weapon systems, Electronic Warfare 3D ASR Radar etc to various countries – mainly Sri Lanka, & Avionics, Military Communications and Myanmar, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Electro Optics are likely to largely drive the Vietnam, Indonesia, Israel, Switzerland, Company’s growth in the future. Germany, Sweden and USA. Some of the new areas of focus in defence segment include Electronic Ammunition Could you talk about BEL’s business in non- Fuzes, Inertial Navigation Systems and in defence category? Also, please talk about the non-defence segment include homeland latest products and major clients. security and smart city solutions. BEL is also BEL is continuously exploring opportunities working with ISRO to address growing needs in non-defence areas for enhanced growth in satellites and space applications. by leveraging its strengths and capabilities the Indian Defence market is undergoing acquired in the Defence electronics domain. several fundamental changes with the BEL intends to use its knowledge and Government setting a firm platform for the experience acquired in Defence by offering private sector to play a major role in the spin-off technology products for civilian Indian Defence industry. BEL is poised to face applications. The main areas of focus and increased challenges due to competition the products associated with the identified from the private sector. BEL is working areas for the non-defence include Homeland closely with platform manufacturers like HAL Security, Smart City elements, Solar Power, and OFB to become a preferred Electronics Space and satellite integration business, Systems Supplier for their programs. Modern Communication Systems for Police BEL has been continuously carrying out and Paramilitary Networks, in addition changes in its organizational structure, to EVMs, Smart Card, Communication business processes and systems to adapt to equipment and Electro Optic Devices the changing business requirements. BEL is Some of the clients in non-defence are planning to invest substantially in R&D and Election Commission of India, Central also for expansion and modernisation of Paramilitary forces, MHA, Government facilities especially in areas of Radars, Missile agencies, State Municipal Corporation, Public systems, Advanced Electro-optics, Antennas sectors, State Police. manufacturing, RF & Microwave components and Homeland Security solutions. Please talk about the indigenization How do you look at DefExpo 2018 efforts of BEL in line with the ‘Make in India’ as a platform to identify new business programmes? opportunities? Could you talk about BEL’s HUMSA NG In line with the Government’s Make in highlights at the expo? India policy, BEL has taken several initiatives DefExpo 2018 is a wonderful platform towards indigenization to achieve self- to interact with existing and potential reliance through In-house R&D, Import customers, partners and suppliers. At Substitution, Outsourcing from Indian Private DefExpo 2018, BEL will showcase its industries, Public Private Partnerships, Joint capabilities spanning every domain of its Ventures, Capacity expansion, Infrastructure business – Radar and Fire Control Systems, Electronic Voting Machine Development / Modernization and Network Centric Systems, Communication Shelters and civilian products. BEL will display Collaborative R&D. Around 87% of BEL’s Systems, Missile Systems, Electronic Warfare its R&D capabilities by launching some of turnover is generated through indigenously & Avionics, Anti-Submarine Warfare Systems, its new products / technologies during the developed products / systems. As part of Electro Optics & Laser Systems, Gun Upgrades, DefExpo 2018. The theme for this year’s our efforts to enhance indigenization, BEL Tank Electronics, Home Land Security display is ‘Make in India’ in keeping with the has created an exclusive web link on Make in Systems, Technology Modules, Simulators, Government’s impetus on this initiative. 18 19 Exciting Foray into Space Segment

aboard. JVC with Elbit Security Systems (49 per cent What are the highlights of your Company at The consortium of private companies led by Elbit & 51 per cent ADTL) to co-develop/co- this year’s Expo? Alpha Design Technologies is working on the manufacture and supply different types of We are very enthusiastic in showcasing satellite project for ISRO. Could you share the ultra-modern Opto-Electronics products our products at Def Expo. We have probably latest updates? and systems, Mini UAVs and other projects the biggest pavilion (Hall ‘1’ Stand No. 1.1.7 Due to confidentiality reasons, we are not for national and international markets. In and 1.2.8), about 990 square metre size. in a position to further elaborate on these addition, we have quite a few technical We are showcasing solutions for Tank/ICV projects without clearance from ISRO. collaborative projects with OEMs all over the upgradations in Thermal Imager Fire Control Col. H S Sankar world for co-development/co-manufacture Systems for T-T2/BMP-2, Electronic Warfare CMD, Alpha Design Technologies Could you shed more light onto Alpha products/systems. and new cockpit suite for Mi-17 Helicopters, Design’s JVCs and Technical Collaborations? Software Defined Radios, etc., in addition to a ADTL has recently signed on the side-lines How do you look at DefExpo 2018 as a separate enclosure for space projects. Could you talk about the recent major Offset Partners to the world renowned Elbit, of Hon’ble Prime Minister’s visit to Israel, a platform to showcase the ADTL’s capabilities? achievements of Alpha Design Technologies? Israel, we have manufactured on Build to We may begin with the stress that we have Print basis 1,000 numbers Thermal Imager given on exports orientation to our activities. based Fire Control Systems for T-72 Tanks and I am happy to state that in the just concluded 969 numbers Thermal Image Standalone Kits Col. H S Sankar, Financial Year, we have 80 per cent Exports as for BMP-2. In Electronic Warfare systems, our part of our turnover, probably highest for any speciality is in manufacture of Missile Launch CMD, Alpha Design Defence oriented R&D and Manufacturing Detection Systems (MILDS) for all types of organisation. Secondly, our foray into Helicopters, and Electronic Warfare sub- Technologies, that Space Segment – in all three major areas, systems for ESM & ECM systems. i.e., Assembly/Integration/Testing; Ground specializes in R&D, Satellite Receiving Terminals/Networking, and Recently you have announced the plans to thirdly, Critical Technology Products, such as sell shares of the company to public as part of manufacture, Navic Receiver, Indian GPC Receiver, Navic widening the business. Could you elaborate Messaging Receiver, has made significant on the expansion activities? assembly, testing, progress. We have not made any formal announcement qualification, yet, but we are working towards IPO by end With the defence manufacturing industry this year. integration and witnessing a huge growth, what prospects does Alpha Design Technologies see in the The government is pushing for installation of Defence market? Also, could you talk about your order indigenization in defence industry and calls book position? for strategic partnerships with private players. Electronics, Avionics We expect our own Sales turnover both for How does Alpha Design Technologies take National and International markets (Exports) advantage of this? and Space Satellites to go up two to three fold in next two years We already have a strong R&D with more and stabilise around Rs 1,000.00 Cr in next than 475 young engineers (all in the age group systems, tells us how three years. We have a healthy order book for of 21 to 28 years) and technicians working next five years for Rs 1,500.00 Cr; 50 per cent of on advanced technology products/projects they are now focussing it from Exports. such as Software Define Radio, Missile RF VISIT US AT AERO INDIA 2017, STAND А 2.3.4 Seekers, IFF, Microwave Electronic Warfare more on Exports Could you share the details about your latest sub-units, Optronics products, etc. We already United Engine Corporation products in Opto-Electronics and Electronic have strong relationship on R&D and Proto 16 Budennogo Av., Moscow, Russia 105118 Tel./fax: +7 (499) 558-01-26 Warfare Systems? development with DRDO/PSUs/Private Sector www.uecrus.com Yes, we have full expertise in developing our units as also from aboard. This will add in own Opto-Electronic products for infantry, newer indigenous products development and Armoured Corps and the Army/Services. As securing orders/contracts both in India and 20 21 close vicinity of Hyderabad in Telangana. Widening Horizons BDL has acquired a land bank of 632 acres, of which 200 acres are earmarked for establishment of manufacturing facility With the Government initiative it? including Seeker, and MRSAM for Indian Air ‘Make in India’, large interest is Force and Indian Army. Rocket Motor Test generated world over to start We had good response for Facility and Explosive Storage Facilities have their operations from Indian our IPO. Overall, Issue was been already completed as part of Phase-I soil. We have had offers from subscribed by 1.3 times wherein activity. Under Phase-II, construction of OEMs, who are willing to partner Qualified Institutional Buyer Production and Test Facilities for MRSAM are with us to set up facilities and to (QIB) was subscribed by 1.5 being constructed. Hon’ble Raksha Mantri has produce their systems for export times and subscription by retail laid the Foundation in August 2017 for Phase- market. investors was 1.4 times. We have II. We will be making this Unit operational by At Defexpo 2018, we will be great potential for growth in 2019-20. showcasing capabilities in the years to come and as seen missile integration of all classes from our past record we have Please share details of BDL’s Order Book of missiles through display been doing well consistently. position of SAMs produced by us and We have identified our thrust With firm orders of Konkurs-M, Invar ATGM BDL’s initiatives in this regard? Are there any have achieved indigenisation to the extent also showcase our strength in areas and focus areas especially and Akash Weapon System on hand, our plans to upgrade the existing Milan2T and of 71per cent in Milan 2T, 90 per cent in production of ATGMs. We will exports where there is immense Order Book is healthy. We have projects Konkurs-M ATGMs? Konkurs-M and 78 per cent in Invar, as against also be displaying under water potential. like VSHORADS, MRSAM, additional orders Basically, ATGMs can be used in operations at target of 71per cent, 63 per cent, and 63 weapon system manufactured for Akash which are in advanced stage of night also, provided the missile launcher has per cent, respectively. Lot of efforts have at BDL Unit at Visakhapatnam, As part of the expansion plans, finalization. In addition, there are some a night vision. Army has procured Launchers gone into our indigenization programme which is established exclusively BDL is setting up two more prospective orders for export which are being enabled with night vision for all ATGMs as the technology was not available within for manufacture of underwater facilities at Amaravathi and positively progressed and monitored by us to supplied by BDL which technically makes the country. We literally developed and weapons. C303S Decoy Ibrahimpatnam. Could you share add to our kitty. them capable for night fighting too. So, Milan supported the local manufacturers in these System, Light Weight Torpedo, the latest updates? 2T and Konkurs-M ATGMs would not require programmes. OEMs have been reluctant to manufactured from this Unit will We have three manufacturing Could you talk about the various projects any upgrades to make them night capable. part with technologies beyond the contract be there on display. We are the units which are now operational. in LRSAM and MRSAM category? Also, please However, BDL is developing AMOGHA agreement. RIET is one of the initiatives nominated production agency Two Units in Telangana and one elaborate on collaboration with foreign series of ATGMs with range advantage and of Government to identify technology V Udaya Bhaskar for Refurbishment and Life in Andhra Pradesh. Apart from companies in this regard advance guidance capabilities to the Army. for indigenisation. We have our Director CMD , BDL extension activity of ATGMs, AD these, two new units are coming LRSAM and MRSAM are basically same We succeeded in this attempt by successfully (Technical) as the Nodal Officer for RIET. (Air Defence) Missiles and Air-to- up, one at Ibrahimpatnam missiles but for different Forces. LRSAM is firing AMOGHA-I & II in the presence of Army. We have identified items from various V Udaya Bhaskar, Could you talk about BDL’s Air Missiles for all three Services. (Ranga Reddy District) in for Indian Navy and MRSAM is for Indian projects and displayed their specifications participation in Defexpo 2018 to We would be keen to tap this Telangana, and the other at Army and Air Force. MRSAM (Army) is a Could you shed more light on the ongoing on our website to draw attention of local CMD - Bharat showcase its capabilities? area to look for suitable partners Amaravathi in Maharashtra. development and production contract Very Short Air Defence Missile and Surface to manufacturers who are willing to work on in this niche area refurbishment In Maharashtra we have between RCI and IAI, Israel. BDL has signed Air Defence Projects? indigenising them. We are open to sharing Dynamics Limited Established in the year 1970 and Life-extension of missiles. acquired 553.85 acres of land a contract with RCI in November 2017 for Very Short Range Air Defence System our Test facilities with interested vendors. (BDL), Hyderabad, at Hyderabad, from a modest We would also be offering from Maharashtra Industrial production, delivery and product support of (VSHORADS) is accorded with ‘Acceptance beginning of producing Anti- to associate with OEMs for Developmental Corporation MRSAM missile for Indian Army. of Necessity’ (AoN) by MoD, as part of What are your priorities and vision for BDL gives us his Tank Guided Missiles under ToT, their requirements for mutual (MIDC), at Amaravathi. We BDL has acquired a land bank of 632 acres modernization programme of Indian Armed to emerge as a global leader in aerospace we are now lead integrators of benefit, which can be Offsets have earmarked VSHORADS near Ibrahimpatnam, close to Hyderabad, Forces. VSHORADS Project was approved and under water weapons manufacturing perspectives on the weapon systems for different emerging out of contracts, co- Project for this Unit. BDL is the exclusively for production of this state-of- under ‘Buy & Make’ category with ‘Transfer industry? class of missiles right from development programmes, nominated Production Agency the-art weapon system. Rocket Motor Test of Technology’ for which Bharat Dynamics We have tremendous opportunities lying growth of BDL as ATGMs to Surface to Surface, outsourcing etc. for VSHORAD missiles and also Facility and Explosive Storage Facilities have Limited (BDL) is nominated as ‘Lead ahead of us coupled with challenges. I am the lead integrator Surface to Air, Under Water the Lead Integrator for the been already established as part of Phase-I Integrator’. BDL is the Production Agency for confident that we can overcome these Weapons, Decoys, Counter Recently BDL has opened its system. Presently, CNC is in activity. Under Phase-II, construction of missiles and also the Lead Integrator. We have challenges to achieve our targets. We of weapon systems Measures etc. In the lead taken IPO for subscription as part of progress for the Project. Production and Test Facilities for MRSAM is in acquired land at Amaravathi in Maharashtra have been able to time and again reaffirm by the Nation to develop Government’s disinvestment Second Unit is coming up at progress. Hon’ble Raksha Mantri has laid the for this Project, which has an estimated to Indian Armed Forces, our User, on our for different class indigenous, sophisticated and plans. Could you talk more about Ibrahimpatnam, which is in Foundation in August 2017 for Phase-II. Capital Investment of over Rs 500.0 Crore. We ability to deliver commitments with utmost contemporary missiles through Project is closely following the development have obtained various statutory clearances consistency. Competition is going to get fierce of missiles and its the Integrated Guided Missile of LRSAM (Indian Navy) and MRSAM (Air required from Government of Maharashtra. and imposing as we grow. It is now imperative vision to emerge Development Programme Force) variants. Development trials of MRSAM With regard to present status of project, CNC to expand beyond our boundaries and spread (IGMDP), BDL has established (Air Force) with defined work share on Indian is in progress and to be shortly concluded. our horizon and establish our capability to as a global leader itself as the Prime Production side are planned for last quarter of FY 2018-19. We are closely following the progress as be one of the best in international standards. Agency for PRITHVI (Surface to Procurement of sub-systems and raw it is a prestigious project and we have to Some of our focus areas would be Exports, in aerospace Surface Missiles), TRISHUL and materials has already started and we will be operationalize our new Unit at Amaravathi at R&D, ensuring timely execution of projects AKASH (Surface to Air Missiles) able to deliver the required number of initially the earliest. on hand and last but not the least, striving and under Weapon System and for NAG first for the development trials. The project to ensure Sustainability and implementation water weapons (3rd Generation ATGM). We have would meet the timelines as envisaged in the BDL’s Rapid Indigenisation and Engineering of CSR activities for the benefit of society. I made a mark in the defence main contract between RCI and IAI, Israel. Team (RIET) has been formed to focus on am confident that we will achieve our goals manufacturing manufacturing sector, where we ‘Make in India’. What are the various activities furthering growth and setting high standards can now boast of facilities which Recently the Army has announced the of RIET to promote indigenisation? of performance in the years to come. industry can match the best in the world. need for night-capable ATGMs. What are In the current running ATGM projects we 22 23 Vectra Group to Operate Mi-171A2 in India

igh level of defence cooperation landscape, the basing peculiarities are not and reduce the cost of flight hours. Unlike its of Russia and India has been lasted suitable for every machine. The helicopters predecessors, the Mi-171A2 will be operated Hfor more than 60 years. The Mi- developed by the Mil design bureau have in accordance with its technical condition, 171A2 helicopter is another Russian product already shown their capabilities in India and which means that major repairs will be that will further strengthened the bilateral proved their high reputation. More than 200 replaced with control and recovery works, defence ties between India and Russia. Indian helicopters of Mi-8/171 family are used in and the frequency of scheduled maintenance company, Vectra Group, will be the first India for both military purposes and civilian will decrease. The maintenance of the foreign operator of the convertible Mi-171A2, missions, and the Mi-171A2 is set to be the helicopter is significantly simplified using as well as partner of Russian Helicopters newest among them. health and usage monitoring system. holding company in the procedure of type The Mi-171A2 has significant differences The Mi-171A2 has been certified to certificate approval in India. Contract with from its predecessors. Upgraded rotor system category "A" meeting most stringent safety Vectra Group has been signed in November has significantly improved efficiency of the requirements applicable to civil helicopters. 2017. The helicopter production is launched main rotor and stability of the helicopter in all Moreover, another important feature of and going on as per schedule. flight modes; maximum and cruising speed the Mi-171A2 is that it is the first convertible Russian helicopter manufacturers are of the helicopter as well as its capacity are certified helicopter of Mi-8/171 type. This offering an entirely new product for Indian distinctively increased. The modernized suite allows the transportation of both goods and customers. Modern, cost-effective, safe – of helicopter-integrated flight and navigation passengers. Currently, the procedure for these three words can characterize the new equipment and radio communication recognition of the helicopter type certificate Mi-171A2 utility helicopter. Designed on the facilities expanded the field of helicopter by the Aviation Authorities of India has basis of the world's most popular twin-engine application. The Mi-171A2 can be effectively already been launched. Mi-8/171, the Mi-171A2 embodies the best used in high mountains, high temperatures Mi-171A2 helicopter provides ample performances of these world-famous vehicles and high humidity. Integrated flight and business opportunities for Russia in India. – and surpasses them, setting new standards navigation equipment enables the helicopter It will be available in transport, passenger, for economic efficiency and safety. to be successfully operated day and night, in firefighting, search and rescue, medical The Russian designer, Mikhail Mil, the simple and severe weather conditions, as well evacuation, and VIP configurations. The Mi- creator of the world's most popular twin- as over the water surface. 171A2 is also ideally suited for India's hot engine Mi-8 helicopter, has called Russia "a The helicopter has incorporated more than tropical climate. This helicopter adds to country created for helicopters". Considering 100 essential key changes and improvements, marketability of Vectra Group and enhances its stricter helicopter requirements, India which improve the flight performance of the the company’s position in helicopter too suits the description. India’s climate and helicopter, upgrade the operating system, operations market. 24 25 aircraft. The aerial refuelling must be done LCA Tejas to be Fully without taking much time. We are very much careful about even minute things that should be considered during the process. We expect to make Tejas ready for air-to-air refuelling Operational with AAR Soon by the end of April. Once Tejas achieves the Dr. Girish S. Deodhare is the Programme Director operational aerial refuelling capability, it will (Combat Aircraft) and Director, Aeronautical help the fighter to extend its flight duration Development Agency (ADA), the nodal agency for and endurance considerably. Last year in December, HAL has confirmed the design & development of LCA. He did his B. the order of 83 aircrafts of Mk 1A configuration Tech in Electrical Engineering (1984), M. Tech in in addition to the earlier 40 aircrafts. From roadmap for LCA Tejas? thrust of the aircraft will be its ability to Controls and Instrumentation (1986) both from IIT the 124th aircraft onwards, LCA Mk II will We are planning to enhance the combat carry missiles like Astra and BrahMos. It will Bombay and Ph.D. (1990) in Control Theory from enter service. It will be a bigger aircraft with capabilities of the Mk 1A by integrating have Software Defined Radios (SDR) and all University of Waterloo, Canada. He has started his a higher capacity engine, higher range and new weapons. Tejas has already completed equipment to wage electronic warfare. The career in DRDO as Scientist in Centre for AI and payload capacity, improved aerodynamics precision bombing with laser-guided 1,000lb Mark II will be much superior in terms of its Robotics (CAIR), Bangalore from 1990 till 2007. etc. The Mk II project is in the detail design bombs and unguided bombs. The integration combat capabilities and will belong to the In March 2007, he has joined the Aeronautical stage. of Rafael’s Derby fire-and-forget missile will be Medium weight class. Development Agency as Scientist ‘G’. He has been We have received the approval to prove completed soon, and it will serve as the Tejas’ Kindly share your thoughts on increasing elevated to Outstanding Scientist/Sc ‘H’ in July 2012. unmanned technologies like auto take-off initial medium range air-to-air armament. The the annual production of LCA Tejas to meet He is a Lead Member of the National Control and landing on LCA for future uses. The integration of Active Electronically Scanning the requirements of IAF. Law (CLAW) team for LCA and is Project Director unmanned version will sport Flush Air Data Array (AESA) radar is underway, and it is ADA is helping HAL in every possible way to Systems technology for stealth feature. The expected to be done soon. The AESA radar increase the production of LCA Tejas. In fact, (CLAW) since 2016. In 2013, he has taken over as design of the front also will be modified. The will improve air-to-air superiority and strike we conduct coordination meetings every day the Technology Director (Integrated Flight Control project will begin immediately after receiving missions and to achieve long detection to discuss on accelerating the project and Systems), ADA and held additional charge of the FOC for Mark 1. ranges and multi-target tracking capabilities. secure the FOC at the earliest. Meetings are Associate Programme Director (New Programmes The Mk II is being designed to sport an array also held with members of LCA Squadron to and Systems Engineering) from 2015. He is Could you elaborate on the plans to upgrade of upgraded weapons system along with all get suggestions from them regarding what involved in the design and development of flight the weapons capability and advanced sensors and will be capable of carrying all should be improved in terms of design. HAL control systems for the Indian Light Combat Aircraft technologies of LCA Tejas? What is the future futuristic indigenous weapons. The major has opened its new assembly line and it will using both classical and modern control synthesis techniques. On April 28, 2017 he has taken over as the Programme Director (Combat Aircraft) and Director, ADA to lead the Tejas (LCA) programme.

Dr. Girish S Deodhare Director, ADA

The Light Combat Aircraft Tejas is all set to Could you share the latest developments on the LCA Tejas commence its Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) flight programme? trials. Aeronautical Development Agency has The LCA Tejas programme is having a very fast progression. Currently, we are focusing on increasing the flying rate of the Mk1 aircraft to 60 been carrying out various tests regarding the flights every month. We expect to get the Final Operational Clearance AAR for the past few months which have been (FOC) for the Mk 1 by June-July 2018. Most of the tasks for the FOC successful. But, the process is a challenging are in the final stage and the rest will be completed soon. Some of one, and hence, it is very much important to the tasks under focus are the completion of integration of all FOC make it flawless. All the simulated ground tests weapons including flight envelope expansion with the Derby BVR have been successfully completed as Tejas missiles. The software fine tuning for complete carefree manoeuvring is also in progress. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and ADA are was refuelled by placing it at various attitudes. working together to speed up the FOC activities. The experienced IAF/ The technical integration for AAR has been IN pilots of National Flight Test Centre (NFTC), who have been involved completed and the trials were commenced on in flight testing the aircraft from day one, are continuously improving the ground. We expect to make Tejas ready for the flight capabilities with their inputs and suggestions. air-to-air refuelling by the end of April. Once Another important task we are working on now is the Air-to-Air Tejas achieves the operational aerial refuelling Refuelling (AAR) of Tejas. We have been carrying out various tests regarding the AAR for the past few months and have been successful. capability, it will help the fighter to extend its But, the process is a challenging one, and hence, it is important flight duration considerably, says Dr. Girish S to make it flawless. The technical integration for AAR has been Deodhare, Programme Director (Combat Aircraft) completed and the trials have been commenced on the ground after and Director, Aeronautical Development Agency initial carriage flight trials. (ADA). Dr. Deodhare speaks with Aeromag about All the simulated ground tests have been successfully completed as the latest updates on the LCA programme. Tejas was refuelled by placing it at various attitudes on the ground. This was to monitor the pressure at which the fuel is pumped into the 26 27 increase the rate of production. But, taking into consideration Tejas’s far Medium Combat Aircraft project of ADA. In the case of MK II, it will be easier for superiority in terms of avionics, digital flight The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft HAL to manufacture it as ADA is making a control systems, advanced digital cockpit and (AMCA) is a 5th generation fighter concept. production-friendly design for the aircraft. manoeuvrability, it is competitive enough to The feasibility study of the AMCA has been We are leveraging the experience got from lock horns with any of the multirole aircrafts completed and a feasible configuration has the Mk 1 and Mk 1A. Now, the designers are in its class. been evolved. The design of AMCA will meet familiar with the production processes and the requirements specified by the IAF. The they know its challenges. Hence, we are During the recent visit to India, Singapore’s AMCA will feature a twin-engine and single- focusing on a design for manufacture for defence minister Ng Eng Hen has flown seat layout. It will have inherent stealth the Mk II. Also, it will make the maintenance Light Combat Aircraft Tejas and called it an mode and will be able to carry advanced process easy. “impressive flight”. How do you assess this weapons. Initially it is planned to build two achievement of Tejas regarding its export Next Generation Technology Demonstrators Are there any further plans to promote plans? (NGTD). These will leverage the existing the Make in India programme of the It was a prestigious moment for LCA Tejas. technology of the LCA to achieve the target of Central Government through the absolute Ng Eng, The Defence Minister of Singapore, first flight within five years. indigenisation of more vital components of who took a half-an-hour flight in the rear Tejas? cockpit of fighter in the skies of Kalaikunda What are the vision, goals and priorities you The indigenisation of the components airbase in West Bengal, has become the have set for the Aeronautical Development of LCA Tejas is one the major thrusts at first civilian foreigner to fly Tejas. Two Tejas Agency (ADA) during your term as the present. The production of Tejas is closely aircrafts were flown in from Bengaluru to Director? What are the new initiatives? on the line of promoting the government’s Kalaikunda airbase for displaying them to These are exciting times for aerospace Make in India programme. Initially, the idea the Singapore Defence Minister and he was industry. ADA is fully confident about was to develop a new light combat aircraft ready to go on a sortie in Tejas. The IAF was developing the optimal design for aircrafts indigenously to prove the technology. Hence, completely confident about Tejas’ safety that will bolster the Indian defence sector. in the beginning we had to rely mostly on and capabilities, and it has promoted Tejas’s When we started the LCA programme the proven imported components. But now, image. most often heard question was “Can you more than 60% of the LRUs of Tejas are Many countries like Singapore, Sri Lanka, make an aircraft?”. But, we have proved the indigenously made. We are also aggressively Turkmenistan have shown interest in Tejas. capabilities by presenting a fully operational encouraging the vendors/developers who Singapore has come forward to show interest LCA Tejas. Now the question is “How long are ready to take up the development of the in the trainer version of Tejas for training will it take to make an aircraft?”. We are components. For the Mk II, we will provide purpose of air force personnel. backing the HAL in the production of Tejas completely upgraded Flight Control Systems, by providing design-friendly design and avionics, sensors etc. of which the indigenous The Naval Version of LCA for operation from essential upgradations. Our focus is currently development has already started. Aircraft Carriers has successfully completed on the LCA Mark II, along with giving equal its test flight. What are the latest updates on importance to the production of Mark 1A. The Tejas is acclaimed as the lightest and this project? development of AMCA is another priority. A smallest multi-role supersonic fighter aircraft. The naval version of Tejas has completely lot of youngsters have joined ADA’s design How does Tejas outweigh its rivals in this mastered the ski jump, take-off from aircraft team. We are focusing on transferring the segment? carriers, even at night time also. But, the rich experience of our senior designers to the LCA Tejas is the smallest and lightest Multi- arrested landing of the aircraft is still a younger generation to make them capable to Role Supersonic Fighter Aircraft of its class. challenge to be overcome. The hook for the take up the projects efficiently in future. ADA This highly manoeuvrable combat aircraft arrested landing has been integrated and we is also promoting the involvement of women is designed for specific roles. Tejas is often are now progressing towards demonstration scientists and more than 40% of the designers compared to JAS 39 Gripen of Sweden, of arrested landing. We expect to prove are women. The government policies are Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder etc. Every aircraft is Carrier Compatibility of Tejas by the end of giving a huge impetus to aerospace industry built for a specific purpose. Hence, it is not the year. in India. With the support of the government, easy to compare them with each other and we are confident to take the industry to reach on a conclusion on the better one. Kindly shed more light onto the Advanced further heights. 28 29 Thriving on Indigenization Sunil Kumar Chourasia, IOFS, is the Director General of Ordnance Factories (DGOF) and Chairman of the (OFB). Previously, he was Member, OFB, and was in charge of Material & Components division. Graduating in Mechanical Engineering from Jabalpur and thereafter earning an M Tech from IIT Kanpur, he joined Indian Ordnance Factories Service in 1981. He was deputed by the to United Kingdom for an MBA. Further, he was in the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi during in-service training and was awarded an M Phil. During his tenure in the Ordnance Factories’ organization, he gathered rich and varied experience in Production and Operations management, weapon and ammunition manufacturing. He has travelled widely across the globe in his official capacity. He was selected to work in Government of India as Deputy Secretary and thereafter Director in Ministry of Defence from 1992 to 1997. He was Chief Vigilance Officer in PSUs from 2002 to 2005. From 2005 to 2008, he held the post of Director and Commissioner for Departmental Enquiries at Central Vigilance Commission. Before taking over as Member at OFB, he was the General Manager Sunil Kumar Chourasia Director General of Ordnance Factories and of Heavy Alloy Penetrator Project, Trichy and Sr. Chairman of the Ordnance Factory Board General Manager of Ordnance Factory Kanpur.

Shri Sunil Kumar Could you talk about the latest products, Vehicle (FICV), Air Defence Gun and 155mm weapon systems and equipment developed x 52 Cal Mounted Gun System and related Chourasia, Director by Ordnance Factory Board? ammunitions and Electronic Fuzes. We have also developed prototype of 7.62X51mm General of Ordnance OFB’s mission is production of state-of-the- Assault Rifle in a record time as per the art battlefield equipments. Approximately requirement of the Indian Army, which is now Factories and Chairman 22 per cent of the turnover of OFB is from undergoing trials. products developed indigenously by of the Ordnance Factory Ordnance Factories. OFB has taken proactive OFB has successfully completed the user approach and have identified certain Growth evaluation of 130/155 mm upgunning, where Board, tells us how Driver Projects for target-oriented R&D. it emerged as a single acceptable offer. 61 products designed and developed by OFB has offered a 100 per cent indigenous OFB, one amongst the Ordnance Factories are in service with Indian solution. Private competitors fielding Armed Forces. imported equipment from leading world top defence equipment The major products developed through manufacturers in this field could not meet in-house R&D are 155mm Artillery Gun user requirements. The achievement makes producers in the world, ‘Dhanush’, Up-gunning of 130mm Artillery strong statement about OFB’s in-depth Gun to 155 mm x 45, Mine Protected Vehicle knowledge and skill in Gun manufacturing. is transforming from the (MPV) and Modernised Mine Protected Vehicle (MMPV), Bi-Modular Charge System Till now, Electronic Fuzes was not OFB’s role of manufacturer (BMCS) for 155mm Artillery Ammunition, core competence. Yet through grit and 7.62 x 39mm Assault Rifle ‘Ghaatak’, Chaff determination, OFB has developed Electronic and technology recipient Launcher ‘Kavach MOD-II’ and Chaff, Naval Fuzes to meet pressing demands of the Army. Gun CRN-91, Under Barrel Grenade Launcher, This item too has huge export requirements. to a system integrator among others. OFB is presently developing Upgraded BMP-II, Futuristic Infantry Combat Achieving self-reliance through 30 31 competitive. OFB, however, would like to Middle East, and ASEAN countries. European have set the tone for a fresh procurement capitalize on these prospects to emerge as and American hubs too were not off OFB’s regime so as to boost the ‘Make in India’ the single largest dependable indigenous export radar. A gamut of products – ranging initiative in the defence sector. The latest source to our Armed Forces. from arms and ammunition, weapon spares, mantra is to speed up the procurement The organisation is moving forward to to chemicals, explosives and troop comfort process with stress on self-reliance in defence metamorphose as a Complete Combat items have been exported so far. Through production, favouring purchase of locally Solution Provider. OFB is transforming from these multi-pronged activities, OFB has designed, developed and manufactured the role of manufacturer and technology achieved an export turnover of Rs 190 crore in products. The idea is to have higher recipient to a system integrator. 2017-18 and there are orders for Rs 250 crore. indigenization content in the existing ‘Buy In the process, OFB has increased its export (Indian)’ and ‘Buy and Make (Indian)’ schemes. Could you talk about how OFB is supporting turnover by more than six times compared to OFB is following the same philosophy in line the modernization drive of the armed forces? last year. with policies of the Government of India. Defence is genuinely a priority sector for Export turnover is further likely to increase India – from war preparedness to internal in the coming years after modernization and Could you share your vision and priorities security perspective as well as rising curve of capacity augmentation. The market demand for OFB to fulfil its objectives and become exports. In this enterprise, OFB has galvanized of OFB’s products has kept on increasing. For the leader in manufacturing sophisticated indigenization of items and support Make in every possible resource to make the country instance, Kavach Mod-II, CRN-91 Gun, Brake battlefield equipment? India programme is one of the key objectives self-reliant in supply of defence equipments Parachute, Tetryl and Signal Fog etc. are in Backed by over 216 years of experience of OFB. Could you talk about the various and thereafter foray into the competitive regular demand in the International market. in defence production, OFB has got a activities in this regard? world market. For civil trade market, OFB has taken comprehensive product range. OFB’s strength OFB has set high standards of indigenous OFB has chalked out a long-term business initiative to increase the sale of 0.32 Pistol lies in the fact that it manufactures the entire manufacture and has achieved 88 per cent strategy keeping in view the long- and 0.32 Revolver (NPB) by allowing the sale system platform for a weapon, along with overall indigenization. Moreover, OFB has term Perspective Plan of the Army. The to be taken up through dealers network apart its ammunition and related accessories. developed the indigenous defence industrial modernization plan envisages introduction of from individual sales. For selling of 12 bore For instance, the 12.7 mm Air Defence Gun complex in the country by nurturing about state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies; Pump Action Gun (PAG), which has got a high being abandoned by the Government. In addition to supplying raw materials, Prahari is manufactured together with its 4,000 vendors keeping import substitution as resulting in higher productivity, improved potential market, OFB has already signed The mantra is ‘Make in India’ in order to components, assy/sub-assy, Import Armoured Piercing Incendiary (API) and API OFB’s working mantra. To take these efforts reliability and consistent quality. These MoU with SBI and is also expecting orders transform our nation into a global design substitution, joint development of defence (Tracer) ammunition, with the Base and Depot further, OFB has offered more than 20 items initiatives would certainly place OFB on a from other PSUs. and manufacturing hub. And the hallmark equipments and promoting exports of spares. for indigenization in the recently concluded higher growth-trajectory. Apart from being a pillar of Defence of the concept of ‘Make in India’ is public- OFB manufactured items etc, such large Further, as OFB manufactures the 120 Defence-Industry Development Meet during Production for the country since its inception, private partnership. There is need to develop opportunities of business are available for mm Arjun Main Battle Tank for the Indian 18-19 January 2018. Please share the details of export business OFB’s products are geared up for the futuristic a manufacturing eco-system with the help of MSME vendors. Army, it also produces the High Energy Anti- The Union Government’s innovative Ordnance Factory Board started direct demands of the Armed Forces. MSMEs. OFB is focussed on steps to ease business Tank (HEAT), Fin Stabilised Armour Piercing concept of Make in India has opened up a export in 1989, under the subject guidelines In the same trajectory, Ordnance Factories dealings with vendors. Various concerns Discarding Sabot (FSAPDS), and the High plethora of opportunities in the defence of MoD. Exports have been made to friendly Please share some details about the are eager to partner with Micro, Small and of vendors regarding security deposits/ Energy Squash Head (HESH) ammunition. sector. As a result, India’s growth would countries in concurrence with MEA. OFB has modernization projects in OFB’s production Medium Industries to leverage the maximum PSD, payments, vendor registration, OFB products are made from Integrated gallop in the days to come. At the same time, made sustained efforts to reach out to India’s facilities to enhance manufacturing. Are there output for the defence preparedness of our availability of testing facilities are being state-of-the-art manufacturing that passes ‘Make in India’ has made the defence sector extended neighbourhood in Central Asia, any expansion plans? Armed Forces and Security Agencies. addressed. Ease of doing business with us through rigorous quality standards. OFB is Manufacturing of ammunitions and OFB is participating and organizing various has improved remarkably. Our factories have one amongst the top defence equipment explosives is one of our core areas and involves OFB-Industry meets/seminars to encourage been authorized to issue sample of critical producers in the world. End to end facilities lot of backward and forward integration. and achieve exactly the same; more / perennial imported items of any value to spectrum cover production, testing, logistics, OFB not only meets the requirement of specifically to interact with potential vendors promote ‘Make in India’. We are not charging research, development and trade. With high Armed Forces but also supplies arms and and explore the avenues of outsourcing. In any assessment fee for registration of a degree of backward and forward integration ammunition to the State Police Forces as well fact, the Ordnance Factories and vendors are vendor for a manufacturing process which is and an ambitious modernisation plan, OFB’s as Central Armed Police Forces. cooperating in a symbiotic fashion on a range already verified. manufacturing capability is poised to take up Keeping in view the strategic requirements of issues. The new Defence Procurement Procedures challenges. of enhancing India’s capacity of fighting Be it Precision Machining, Metallurgy, a high intensity war, OFB considers it Chemical, Ballistics, Armaments or imperative to undertake a massive expansion Automobile, OFB is proud to have a wide plan not only in ammunition and explosive range of technologies under one roof. group of Factories but also for manufacture of hardware. Capacity is also being created Could you talk about OFB’s participation in in OFB for manufacturing 125 mm FSAPDS DefExpo 2018? What are the highlights of OFB tank ammunition in collaboration with Russia. at this year’s expo? Facilities of weapon manufacturing are being We will put thrust on export of our products modernized to a world class level to meet apart from development of vendor base for stringent requirement of Defence Forces. a productive public-private partnership. We will also try to showcase our strong technical Could you talk about the various initiatives and infrastructural foundation. We will of OFB to promote private participation in convey that OFB is confident of overcoming defence production? Please talk about the challenges of competition and to keep collaborations with private firms. moving ahead by providing quality defence Defence Industry today is in a dynamic products to Indian Army, Navy and Air Force, and evolving mode. Archaic processes and CAPFs and state Police Forces. OFB would also trappings of unnecessary regulations are be showcasing future products. 32 33 A few mentions, include the following: - remaining 04 ships are in advanced stages of and revitalization, our facilities will have GRSE Aims at Marking • “INS AJAY”, the first warship made in construction. capacity to build 18 ships (06 large & 12 small) the country after independence was built and Stealth Frigate Project: P-17A (03 simultaneously. The company is a pioneer in delivered by GRSE in 1961. Ships) - The ships are at pre-production manufacturing Portable /Prefab/ Suspension • GRSE is building the first four stage. Orders have been placed for all pre- Steel Bridges in India. The company has Global Footprints Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvettes (ASWCs) launch equipment/ items. The Ordering of manufactured & supplied approx. 5100 for the country as designed by the Indian post-launch items is in progress. The Hull bridges to the Indian Army, BRO and various Navy’s Directorate of Naval Design. Three fabrication of the first ship is in progress. State Governments. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers ships of the Kamorta Class ASWCs namely Recently, GRSE has been declared successful Limited (GRSE) is playing a key role in defence INS Kamorta, INS Kadmatt and INS Kiltan bidder for Indian Navy’s eight Anti-Submarine What are the various activities of GRSE’s preparedness to produce the most modern had already been delivered to the Indian Warfare Shallow Water Crafts & four Survey ‘Make in India Cell’ to support the government Navy and commissioned. The fourth ship of Vessels for Hydrographic branch of the Indian programme? warships through indigenization for the country the Kamorta class, INS Kavaratti is yet to be Navy in competitive bidding process. In the aimed at self-reliance. GRSE has achieved more commissioned. emerging competitive scenario wherein GRSE has analysed complete production than 90% indigenous content on four Landing • The First Fleet Replenishment orders on nomination have almost come to a activity and identified core and strategic Craft Utility (LCU) Vessels for the Indian Navy Tanker, “INS ADITYA” for Indian Navy was built close, with private players now in the fray for operations. Accordingly, comprehensive by GRSE. warships construction, it was a huge morale mapping of non-core activities has been with achievement of delivering them with Zero • Landing Ship Tanks INS Magar, INS boost for team GRSE, a Defence Public Sector carried out and a long-term outsourcing Shipbuilder’s Liability and Weapon & Sensors Trial Gharial, INS Shardul, INS Kesari and Airavat Undertaking to win these competitive price and vendor development strategy has been completed thus setting a new benchmark in the are indigenously designed amphibious ships bids. framed in line with the outsourcing and Indian Warship Building. GRSE actively promotes having a tonnage of 5,650 tonnes, were vendor development guidelines forwarded supplied by GRSE. Could you talk about GRSE’s production by Ministry of Defence. The yard has also participation of SMEs in outsourcing programs • GRSE has delivered the first ever capabilities and infrastructure? What are the identified outsourcing avenues/ products/ as a part of outsourcing policy. The contribution warship built in India for Export, Offshore expansion plans? processes and a major part of the non- by SME vendors is measured in terms of financial Patrol Vessel CGS Barracuda to the Republic GRSE has been taking steps to ensure core activities are undertaken through values and it is approximately 36% of total value of of Government of Mauritius. CGS Barracuda streamline & improve upon the processes outsourcing to domestic vendors. was commissioned on 12 Mar 15 at Port Louis, and procedures, adopt modern practice and Further, most of the Equipment/ Fittings/ non-core products procured by the yard annually, Mauritius in the august presence of Prime technology, enhance capacity and modernize Systems/ Yard Materials that are used on says Rear Admiral V K Saxena, IN (Retd.), CMD, Ministers of both the countries. infrastructure and improve on governance, board warships built by GRSE are outsourced • GRSE has supplied six (6) survey through indigenous sources. Only those Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited Garden Reach Shipbuilders & (GRSE). He speaks with Aeromag about the efforts vessels capable of all types of Oceanographic Equipment/ Systems are procured from Research and Hydrographic Survey to the Engineers Limited is proposing, abroad, wherein the specifications provided by GRSE to promote defence indigenization and Indian Navy named as INS Sandhyak, INS by the customer (Indian Navy/ Indian Rear Admiral V K Saxena, IN (Retd.) subject to receipt of requisite to become a global player in shipbuilding. Nirdeshak, INS Nirupak, INS Investigator, INS Coast Guard) specify foreign suppliers. CMD, GRSE approvals, market conditions Jamuna and INS Sutlej. GRSE has no control over such imported • First Indian Shipyard to have built and other considerations, an equipment specified by the customer in Build Could you talk about GRSE’s participation Recently GRSE has launched the Second are under different stages of construction. Hovercrafts for Indian Coast Guard. initial public offering of its Specification that are part of the contract. in Def Expo 2018? What are the highlights of Water Jet Propelled Fast Patrol Boat for Indian These LCUs being built by GRSE are fully • The 08 Landing Craft Utilities being equity shares and has filed a GRSE at the DefExpo? Coast Guard. Could you shed more light onto designed in house as per the requirements built by GRSE are fully designed in-house as Draft Red Herring Prospectus Please elaborate on the activities of GRSE’s the FPV project? specified by Indian Navy. The balance four per requirements specified by Indian Navy. Engine Division at Ranchi? Any updates on GRSE is participating in DefExpo 2018, are under construction. GRSE has once again These are biggest & fastest Landing Craft with the Securities and the indigenisation of engines? to showcase its products & capabilities to GRSE is building five Fast Patrol Vessels (FPV) achieved the distinction of achieving more Utility Vessels worldwide in its category. Exchange Board of India. GRSE’s Engine Division develops cost International Customers and foray into Export Class Ships for Indian Coast Guard. The entire than 90% indigenous content on these ships Three ships have been delivered so far and effective, fuel efficient engines for the Indian Market thereby helping our vision to become design of these ships has been developed in- with achievement of delivering them with balance five are under construction. GRSE in line with Government’s commitment for Navy, Indian Coast Guard collaborating Global Player in Warship building. house by GRSE as per requirements specified Zero Shipbuilder’s Liability and Weapon & has achieved the distinction of achieving strong and effective Public Sector whose with an international entity i.e. M/s MTU Over the years, GRSE has developed by Indian Coast Guard. The vessels are Sensors Trial completed thus setting a new more than 90% indigenous content on these social objectives are met by its commercial Friedrichshafen GmbH, Germany and capabilities for in-house design and indigenously designed having a tonnage of benchmark in the Indian Warship Building. ships with achievement of Zero Shipbuilder’s functions. is equipped with world class modern shipbuilding and has made considerable about 300 Tons. Liability and Weapons & Sensors Trial GRSE had completed huge modernization infrastructure. The production division at DEP contributions to the indigenous warship These FPV are cost effective platforms How does GRSE contribute to the maritime completed prior their delivery. programme in its main works that allows produces the advanced MTU 396-04, MTU construction program of our country which suited for marine surveillance and rescue security of India? What are the major ongoing With reference to ongoing projects, GRSE is us to use modular construction for building 4000, MTU 1163, MTU 538 and MTU 183 class includes Frigates and Corvettes to Fast Patrol operation. These vessels allow its user to projects for Indian Navy and Coast Guard? constructing ships which are under various warships, which enable us to reduce the Diesel Engines. Vessels. Apart from ship building & ship equip the vessels with armaments for use in GRSE since 1960, has built and delivered 97 stages of construction under 4 Projects for shipbuilding period, improve quality A service partner agreement was repair, GRSE is the only Defence Shipyard to combat, and this is suited for interception of warships of various size & capabilities, starting Indian Navy & Indian Coast Guard: - through the implementation of integrated signed with MTU India Private Limited for have diversified into Engineering Business fast moving surface craft and performs anti- from state of the art Corvettes, Multipurpose ASW Corvette Project (P-28) (04 Ships)- construction technology, and to construct undertaking W6 routines of MTU 4,000, MTU with a product profile of pre-fabricated smuggling, fishery protection and search and Frigates to Fast Patrol Vessels. GRSE has thus The first three of the series of four ships – ships in line with the global practices in the 538 and MTU 396 series engines. Special steel bridges, various deck machinery rescue operations. played a very important role in the defence INS Kamorta, INS Kadmatt & INS Kiltan have shipbuilding industry. efforts have resulted in high degree of items & assembly/ testing/ overhauling of preparedness of the country and always rose already been delivered to Indian Navy. The GRSE has enhanced its shipbuilding indigenization of both engine components marine Diesel Engines. GRSE has enhanced The construction of eight Landing Craft to the occasion. In addition to warships, GRSE fourth and last ship of the series, INS Kavaratti capacity by modernizing the infrastructure and accessories ensuring ready availability of its shipbuilding capacity by modernizing Utility Vehicles (LCUs) for the Indian Navy is has also built & supplied 770 various types of is in advanced stage of construction. facilities. The new facility provides Modular Spares. the infrastructure facilities. GRSE is playing one of the major projects of GRSE. What are vessels, to carry men and materials, as well as Landing Craft Utility (LCUs) Project (08 and Integrated Construction of warships. Our company has supplied over one a key role in defence preparedness to the latest updates? for surveillance purpose at the Coast Line by Ships) – The first four of the series of eight In addition, revitalization of facilities at Raja hundred fifty-five (155) engines of various produce the most modern warships through We have an order of eight landing craft utility the police forces of different states and union ships viz. L-51, L-52, L-53, L-54 have already Bagan Dockyard (i.e. refurbishment of Dry configurations for marine applications and indigenization for the country aimed at vessels from the Indian Navy, out of which territories. been delivered to Indian Navy and serving Dock No. 1 for pre-launch work of ships) is has also carried out overhaul and repair of self-reliance. we have delivered four and the remaining the fleet in Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The underway. With the above modernization over eighty-one (81) engines of various series. 34 35 Aerospace Engineers: Next-Level Manufacturing Brilliance The government’s plan to set up a defence corridor in Tamil Nadu will give a tremendous boost to the state’s manufacturing prospects in defence and aerospace. It will open an array of opportunities to AEPL for developing new products, assemblies and will give us a chance to become more active in contributing to the indigenization drive in defence and aerospace domains. We are planning to expand our infrastructure facilities to promote the manufacture. This includes the setting up of a Dust Free Moulding Shop and the expansion of our machining facility. A new facility is being set up at Hosur to take up Integration of Aircraft related assemblies and sub-assemblies. Another important target we wish to achieve in the coming years is the ZED platinum rating for AEPL, says R. Sundaram, Founder & Managing Director, Aerospace Engineers Pvt Ltd. (AEPL), a Salem-based manufacturer of aerospace parts. He speaks with Aeromag about AEPL’s business and expansion plans in the years ahead.

R. Sundaram Founder & MD, Aerospace Engineers Could you talk about some of the major The government is creating a new defence export business and the objectives achievements of Aerospace Engineers corridor in Tamil Nadu and pushing for to be achieved in this regard? recently? What are the operational highlights? more participation by private players in AEPL gives significance to exporting our Aerospace Engineers is one of the leading defence and aerospace manufacturing. products to the global market. Presently aerospace parts manufacturers certified with With regard to this, what prospects do we have 30% of export business for major the prestigious AS 9100C. We offer Design, you see for Aerospace Engineers? Aircraft engine manufacturers around the Development, Precision Manufacturing, The government’s plan to set up a defence world and are planning to increase the Assembly, Certification, Supply and corridor in Tamil Nadu will give a tremendous export content in the coming years. Integration of Systems Implementation boost to the state’s manufacturing prospects of projects. There are a lot of remarkable in defence and aerospace. It will definitely Please talk about Aerospace Engineers’ achievements of the company recently. open an array of opportunities to AEPL participation in DefExpo 2018? What are the AEPL has been awarded ZED (Zero for developing new products, assemblies products to be displayed at this year’s expo? defect Zero effect) Gold rating by MSME, and even Aircraft build up can be planned. AEPL is participating in Defexpo for the 7th Government of India. We are proud to be the It will give us a chance to become more time and this year we will display some of our first company to achieve Gold rating in South active in contributing to the indigenization latest products. The range of products on India. Recently, UTC Aerospace Systems, USA drive in defence and aerospace display at this year’s expo includes Canopy has certified AEPLs Quality Clinic system. domains. The corridor will leave way for Inflatable Seal, Lubricating Oil pump, Flame Now AEPL is on the process of achieving employments to the youngsters at Salem. Proof Seals & Hoses, Bonded Rubber and Supplier Gold rating. Also, our special process Metallic Components, Engine Components, facility has been approved by DGCA & ISRO. Could you shed some light onto your Composite Parts Developed for Missiles, etc. collaborations with Aerospace and Defence Could you elaborate on the range of PSUs and the work being done for them? Could you share your vision and products and services you offer? What are Even since its inception, Aerospace priorities for Aerospace Engineers? the new initiatives of Aerospace Engineers? Engineers has been working in collaboration What are the expansion plans? AEPL offers a wide range of products with several PSUs. AEPL has bought AEPL’s vision is to be an innovative and in aerospace sector. Presently AEPL is in technology from ISRO & DRDO for the professional aero component manufacturer the manufacturing of precision Metallic development of CFF Hose Assembly for the global aero industry. We are striving & Non-Metallic (Rubber & composite) and Rocasin technology. All types of to fulfil our vision by manufacturing high- components. A new facility is being set up components are being developed quality products for the aerospace sector. at Hosur to take up Integration of Aircraft and supplied to Aerospace & Defence We are planning to expand our infrastructure related assemblies, sub-assemblies and PSUs, like HAL, BEL, BEML, etc. We are facilities to promote the manufacture. to have an exclusive refined and perfect also a supplier to the Missile complex. This includes the setting up of a Dust Free Design and Development to meet the AEPL is also working on expanding its Moulding Shop and the expansion of our requirements of local and overseas vital collaborations with defence PSUs. We are machining facility. Another important customers of Aeronautical components in planning to enter major assembly jobs. target we wish to achieve in the coming and around Bangalore. We are also working years is the ZED platinum rating for AEPL. towards NABL & NADCAP certification. Could you give us an overview of your 36 37 Rosoboronexport to Organise Russian Display at Defexpo

SC Rosoboronexport, the state-owned arms trade company of Russia, will organise the joint Russian display at Defexpo J2018. According to the Russian Federal Service for Military and Technical Cooperation’s order, JSC Rosoboronexport has been appointed organiser of the programme at the exhibition which will mark the participation of several Russian defence companies. state-owned arms trade company in the Russian Federation authorized Sergei Goreslavsky, Deputy Director General, Rosoboronexport, to export the full range of military and dual-purpose products, has said that over the years, DefExpo has become the largest Asian technologies and services. The company is one of the leading world venue showcasing weapons and military equipment for the land arms exporters to the international market. Rosoboronexport and naval forces. “Being a long-standing exhibitor at Defexpo India, cooperates with more than 700 enterprises and organizations in the Rosoboronexport, we consider our participation in the exhibition Russian defence industrial complex. The company maintains military as a major contribution to the development of military-technical technical cooperation with more than 70 countries around the world cooperation between Russia and India and an important area of the and India is one of the main partners. company’s marketing activities,” he said. Goreslavsky has added that Russia and India had good prospects Rosoboronexport, a subsidiary of the Rostec Corporation, is the only for stepping up mutually beneficial cooperation in the supply of arms and military equipment for the land and naval forces, localizing their production in India and upgrading previously supplied military products. “We are also carrying out approximately 100 joint R&D projects. Much of this was the result to our active work at exhibitions in India. The distinctive feature of the upcoming Defexpo India 2018 for Rosoboronexport is the use of the venue to promote, inter alia, Russian security systems, equipment for counter-terror forces,” added Sergei Goreslavsky.

38 39 MKU Offers Force Multipliers for Infantrymen Logistics Services Ltd Transforming

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MKU protection gears to performance of soldier by have device. has developed the Insta Load Nmaximise soldier’s helping him to approach both MKU’s Mukut helmet is Distribution System (ILDS) for mobility is continually being felt situation and target with fearless designed to provide maximum combat and tactical armour vests with advancement in weapon approach with probability of stability and comfort while that evenly distributes the weight science and MKU, a defence minimal loss. participating in a combat. company headquartered MKU has spent the last three The MPSS (Modular Padding in Kanpur, is catering to decades building up a broad Suspension System) in Mukut this need. Referring to the product portfolio that includes provides excellent airflow ongoing progression in soldier ballistic vests, ballistic helmets which assists in unmatched modernization, integrating and other personal protection heat dissipation. Mukut helmet electronic and communication products for military and is a bolt-free helmet ensuring devices to existing body armour security forces as well as Platform zero compromised areas in the MUKUT Helmet is relentlessly being practised by armouring solutions for land- helmet shell providing uniform armies all over the world. MKU air-sea platforms. The company protection across the ballistic on combat shoulder and neck manufactures protection and will showcase some of its latest shell perimeter. resulting to swift and hassle-free surveillance range of equipment products at DefExpo 2018 at Mukut is built using advanced movement. and solutions. booth No. 2.1 in Hall 4. technology offering overall Insta Load Distribution System TVS Logistics at a glance... 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Balance activities towards FOC, which will further enhance the operational capability of the aircraft are in progress currently. These include enhancement in the ‘g’ load capability, Air to Air Refuelling, additional weapon integration and gun integration. These are only capability enhancers and the IOC configuration aircraft itself is a potent weapon platform. Technologies in Tejas The Tejas aircraft has been incorporated with the advanced systems and technologies. Most of the technologies have been developed in parallel to the aircraft development itself. HAL and ADA are also focusing on the Mk 1A version of the aircraft. Mk1A will have major improvements including better access to equipment and interchangeable panels, Air to Air refuelling, Internal Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) and external Self Protection Jammer (SPJ) Pod to enhance Survivability, AESA Radar, Capability to integrate different Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missiles and Close Combat Missiles (CCM). ADA is focusing on the enhancement of the combat capabilities of the Mk 1A by integrating new weapons. It has already completed precision bombing with laser-guided 1,000lb bombs and unguided bombs. The integration of Rafael’s Derby fire-and-forget missile is in the final stage, and it will serve as Tejas’ initial medium range air-to-air armament. The integration of Active Electronically Scanning Picture by D Maharana, NFTC-ADA Array (AESA) radar is underway. The AESA radar will improve air-to-air superiority and strike missions and to achieve long detection ranges and multi-target tracking capabilities. ndia’s indigenously developed Light increased to meet the IAF requirements. (FCS). The FCS provides the pilot ‘carefree procurement of 83 Tejas Light Combat of Design & Development of Light Combat HAL has confirmed the order of 83 aircrafts Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas is all set Tejas is the smallest and lightest multi-role handling’. The Mark-IA is an improved Aircraft including 73 single-engine Tejas LCA Aircraft (LCA) by the Ministry of Defence. of Mk 1A configuration in addition to the Ito conquer new skies as the fighter supersonic fighter aircraft of its class. It is version of the original Mark-I featuring Mark-IA and 10 tandem two-seat LCA trainer Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) is the earlier 40 aircrafts. From the 124th aircraft aircraft is inching closer to achieving Final designed and developed by the Aeronautical various upgrades including an advanced aircraft. The IAF plans to induct a total of 123 Principal Partner, with major support onwards, LCA Mk II will enter service. It will Operational Clearance (FOC) following the Development Agency (ADA) and Hindustan active electronically scanned array (AESA) Tejas Mark-IA, next to 40 Mark-I Tejas LCAs. from the Users (IAF & IN), DRDO, CEMILAC, be a bigger aircraft with a higher capacity successful test-flights and hot refuelling Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian radar system, a new electronic warfare HAL is currently increasing the production DGAQA, CSIR, Other PSUs, Pvt. Enterprises engine, higher range and payload capacity, trials. The latest updates from Aeronautical Air Force and the Indian Navy. Tejas is an sensor suite, and a new externally refuelling capacity from eight to 16 aircraft per year. and Academic Institutions. HAL is the improved aerodynamics etc. The Mk II Development Agency tells that Tejas is all air-superiority fighter aircraft designed capability. ADA has been carrying out As of December 2017, a total 20 IOC (initial Production agency building these aircraft. project is in the detail design stage. The set to commence its Air-to-Air Refuelling for air-to-air, air-to-ground and air-to-sea various tests regarding the AAR for the past operational configuration) aircrafts including It has been a challenge for ADA and HAL Mk II is being designed to sport an array of (AAR) flight trials. Tejas is one of the best combat roles. This single engine, Compound few months which have been successful. 16 fighters and four trainers have been when, the Tejas Programme was initiated upgraded weapons system along with all aircrafts in the Light Combat category. Dr. Delta-Wing, Tailless Aircraft is designed and All the simulated ground tests have been delivered by HAL to IAF till date according to develop the technologies of a fourth- sensors and will be capable of carrying all S Christopher, Secretary Defence R&D and developed by ADA with HAL as the principal successfully completed as Tejas was to a statement from the defence ministry. generation fighter aircraft for the Indian futuristic indigenous weapons. The major Chairman, DRDO has recently said that the partner along with DRDO, CSIR, BEL, DGAQA, refuelled by placing it at various attitudes. The production of remaining 15 IOC aircrafts Air Force (IAF) and demonstrate them on thrust of the aircraft will be its ability to home-grown fighter has emerged among IAF & IN to meet diverse needs of the Indian The technical integration for AAR has been (11 fighters + four trainers) are taken up at two Technology Demonstrator (TD) aircraft carry missiles like Astra and BrahMos. It will the best in class aircraft, providing flight Air Force (IAF) and Indian Navy (IN). The completed and the trials were commenced HAL. The production of 20 more Tejas LCA in about 25 years ago (1993). The Tejas team have Software Defined Radios (SDR) and all stability even under extreme unstable fighter is getting considerable upgradations on the ground. Tejas is expected to be ready the FOC configuration will begin following consisting of ADA, HAL, DRDO, CSIR, IAF, equipment to wage electronic warfare. conditions. Confirming Tejas’ air superiority, and technological improvements ever for air-to-air refuelling by the end of April. FOC clearance by India’s Aeronautical CEMILAC, DGAQA, PSUs, Private Industries The naval version of Tejas is also expected the Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman since its induction into the IAF. HAL Once Tejas achieves the operational aerial Development Agency (ADA), which is and Academic Institutions have taken to be ready for its operations from aircraft has said that the government preferred the and ADA are constantly improving the refuelling capability, it will help the fighter expected to be started in the coming months up the challenge and has flown the first carriers. It has completely mastered the induction of Tejas over foreign-made aircrafts systems and capabilities of the fighter. to extend its flight duration considerably. The approval of the FOC for the LCA will Technology Demonstrator encompassing ski jump, take-off from aircraft carriers, for the Indian Air Force. She has further said Tejas has rules-based Artificial Intelligence The Indian Air Force (IAF) has issued a be a milestone achievement for ADA which fourth generation technologies on January both during day and night times. that the production rate of Tejas will be incorporated into its Flight Control System tender to HAL in December 2017 for the has been entrusted with the responsibility 4, 2001. Ever since then the project has 42 43 the world’s ‘best in Class’ and innovative Source Controller/ Charger all enclosed in SAARC Cases - Assurance of methods to achieve our vision. MIL Grade PE Container, and easily portable platform with wheels. The mast and the Please talk about SAARC Cases’ participation lamp may be detached from the base giving in Def Expo 2018? What are the highlights at compact transportation dimensions. It has Military-Grade Protection this year’s expo? multiple charging options including from It is our great pleasure to participate in 230V AC, Generators, any suitable DC source DefExpo. We are at stall no.1.1.5b at the like vehicle battery or Solar panels. The RAL SAARC Cases are the proven solutions to store and exhibition. This year’s highlights from SAARC is ideal for forward positions and emergency transport expensive defence equipment. We are are the following. situations. one of the prominent manufacturers of military- Missile containers Soldier Combat Polymer Trunk Case standard cases in India. Over the last two decades, We are working with various prestigious (MTC) we have established as a leader in the supply of high- for next year. missile projects, by supplying ‘state of the It is a good replacement of soldiers’ trunk protection cases and containers to several defence art’, Missile storage and transport containers. (tin) case. MTC is a great protection for firms, both private and public. We aspire to meet the How does SAARC Cases support the Make in These types of containers are mainly designed personal belongings and are waterproof, India programme? to ship heavy, lengthy volumetric products heatproof, dustproof etc., Soldier Combat defence requirements locally and overseas markets We have huge opportunities in the segment like Missiles, Torpedoes, Bombs Etc., which Polymer Trunk Case has MIL Grade (Military with ‘Make in India’ as our primary goal. Our objective that is dominated by imports. We strive weigh from 100 Kg to 1.7 Tons and length up Grade) specifications for soldiers in Defence is to become a world-class manufacturer of military- to support the Make in India initiative and to 7m. These containers could be designed and Para Military Forces. Soldier’s MTC (Foot grade containers and ensure that ‘men and weapons intends to reduce the imports of military to meet shock level of 15g +. Our Containers Locker) is normally used for keeping soldier’s cases. We are looking for great opportunities are eco-friendly (reusable, recyclable) and MIL personal belongings in a safe, secure manner are always battle-ready’, says P Murugesan, MD, with the government pushing ‘Make in India’ 810G compliant. avoiding natural elements. MTC is an all- SAARC Tool Tech Pvt. Ltd. He shares with Aeromag the programme. SAARC Cases aims to replace weather case and can withstand -20 C to + 75 P Murugesan poor packing cases, (like Wooden, Card board, Aero Engine Cases C. details of company’s operations and future plans. MD, SAARC Tool Tech FRP, metals. etc. with our military-grade We work with DPSU’s to supply speciality The same can be used as a multipurpose containers. We aspire to meet the defence containers for transport of Aero Engines case for civilian use also. MTC can be used by Over the past 25 years, SAARC Cases continuing its journey by producing the finest systems of the armed forces. requirements locally and overseas markets and Satellite Modules. These containers are students for storing books and belongings, has established as a proven specialist in military grade cases for the protection of SAARC Cases are the proven solutions with ‘Make in India’ as our primary goal. specially designed to protect delicate and sportsmen for keeping sports equipment, manufacturing military grade cases in India. defence equipment and systems. to store and transport expensive defence critical equipment’s safe transportation musicians to safe keep instruments while Could you share with us the success story? equipment such as Radar, Communication, Could you share with us your vision and without any eventualities. The cases are traveling , climbers for gear, tool technicians The journey of SAARC Cases has started Could you give an overview of the range of Electro optical, Medical and Navigational priorities for SAARC Cases to achieve further designed to meet Shock level 15g to 30g and for toolkits, videographers, audiographers for in the 90’s in Bangalore with the supply of products by SAARC Cases? equipment, Guns, Missiles, Explosives, Mines growth? What are the aims to be achieved in are based on needs of criticality (Shock Proof, safe keeping their equipment while transit, small machines and pressing components to SAARC cases produces containers that and Fuses. Our cases help the equipment the coming years? Water proof, Dust proof Etc.,). Doctors and Medical Professionals for mobile Bharat Electronics. Over a period, we realised are eco-friendly (reusable, recyclable), and weapons to withstand the rigorous field Our objective is to become a world-class medical equipment, Bankers for transporting the major role played by packing boxes in waterproof, lightweight, shockproof and transportation and environmental conditions manufacturer of military-grade containers, Remote Area Lighting system cash and documents, Telecom professionals the protection of defence equipment and dustproof meeting Military Standard and thereby ensure their battle readiness. with a superior technology ensuring safety, Our RAL solutions are robust, collapsible, for transporting equipment, hobby the dominance of imported boxes in defence Specifications (MIL 810G). SAARC Cases have transportation and storage to ensure that portable. The mobile lighting unit has light enthusiasts for storing and moving drones & sector. We have started the production 100+ moulds to meet customers’ emergency Could you talk about your clients and the ‘men and weapons are always battle-ready’. output up to 18,000 Lumen in battery model surveillance equipment, Mechanics to store activities and found an opportunity in requirements. Our range of products starts various products delivered to them? Also, We aim to bring the most innovative offerings and 48,000 in Generator model. It has the tool kits for servicing or Engine repairs, Legal many projects including the BFSR (Battle from small (255 X 175 X 120 mm) pistol cases please talk about your order book position? in military grade packing containers meeting capability of Quick Deployment (Less than 3.5 Persons and Police for safekeeping evidences Field Surveillance Radar) Project. We have to large missile boxes ranging up to 7 metres toughest requirements for defence forces and minutes by a single person) and comes with in a crime investigation and the possibilities setup a small manufacturing plant with just long which can carry load up to 1.7 Tons. We SAARC Cases have been designing intend to serve our customers through long- high quality Manually Operated Pneumatic are endless. Four Moulds in a cowshed in Coimbatore. also manufacture Double Lid Cases, which manufacturing & supplying containers to term collaborations. Our mission is to adopt Mast, LED Lights, Battery, Electronic Multi It has grown gradually and established as a are designed to protect Special Electronics several public and private defence firms well-equipped integrated plant at SIDCO, Equipment on field, and specially designed in India. Our major clients include DRDO Malumichampatti, Coimbatore in the year Aero Engine containers. laboratories like ARDE, DARE, ADE, GTRE, 2005. With continuous R&D efforts, we have RCI, etc. and defence PSUs such as BEL, HAL, Ascentech - New Identity of multiplied the moulds and started supplying Please elaborate on the role played by Ordnance Factories, AF, BDL, BEML. Our to entire defence sector with CEMILAC the military containers of SAARC Cases private customers include L&T, TATA, SAMTEL, & DGAQA certification. SAARC Cases is in protecting the electronic and weapon AMWPL, etc. We have a healthy order book Mobile Shelters and HVAC

scentech Engineering solutions Pvt Engineering and Production drawn from saline condition. The ISO shelters are tested Ltd., a MSME based at Hyderabad, is defence industries engaged in the area of against ASTM E 1925 and are qualified for Alooking at new horizons in defence defence Shelter Production from 12 years. EMI shielding attenuation as per IEEE 299. production with the Design & Manufacture At this year’s DefExpo, Ascentech will put on Ascentech has also exported Military shelters of Military Mobile shelters, MIL grade HVAC display some of its best products. Military ISO to Israel. system and lightweight Aluminium Mast Aluminium shelters of standard configuration Ascentech manufactures MIL grade HVAC system. The company, led by highly qualified of S 280C/G type or 20ft / 40ft are the main system with TOT from M/s Kinetics (Elbit Ex-Defence personnel, has been incorporated products of the company. At the expo, System), Israel. 1.5T/2T/3T capacities MIL to meet the requirements of defence and Ascentech is showcasing an ISO EMI Shielded grade AC’s are manufactured and tested in its commercial applications. Ascentech, which Carbon Composite having widespread modern Psychometric lab facility. has majority shareholders from Apollo application in hostile mountain terrains, Hospital Group, has skilled manpower in high altitude and coastal region subjected to 44 45 Safran to Showcase its Innovations at DefExpo avionics, electronics and critical software for both civil and military markets. Innovation has always been at the heart of Safran Electronics & Defense’s strategy. Safran Electronics & Defense’s systems, used in air, land and naval applications, provide unrivalled situational awareness and high-accuracy day and night in the most demanding environments. afran Electronics & Defense, a Safran’s optronics are used by navies Operating across the globe through world leader in optronics, avionics, around the world for the full spectrum of the Safran international network, Safran Selectronics and critical software missions from peacekeeping to combat. Electronics & Defense and its subsidiaries for both civil and defense applications, With a variety of products such as the employ 7,600 people in Europe, Africa, Asia- presents a wide range of electro-optical EuroflirTM 410, the VIGY Observer and Pacific, North America and South America. and inertial systems for naval surveillance, PASEO XLR, or the CM3, PASEO and JIM identification and navigation at DefExpo Compact; Safran presents at the the expo a 2018. At Safran’s booth, the company’s complete family of electro-optical solutions, core areas of expertise in optronic sights tailored to the needs of each force. The for land applications as well as missile new airborne EuroflirTM 410 equips the guidance applications will be displayed. Patroller tactical drone, is also on display. Along with inertial navigation systems, Building on more than 70 years of experience in navigation, Safran’s systems ensure outstanding weapon alignment as well as autonomous positioning for artillery or land systems (Sigma 30), as well as maritime ships (BlueNaute) or warships (Sigma 40). Safran Electronics & Defense leadership positions internationally in optronics, HGH Infrared Systems - Experts in 360° IR Sensors

highest definition in the world, Terrorism, at SCTX London, while Spynel-M is the most and in November 2017, the compact and lightweight. V-LRF option for Spynel-X and Equipped with the Cyclope Spynel-S has been named Best Automatic Intrusion & Tracking Anti-Drone System, receiving Software, Spynel panoramic IR the Milipol Innovation award. cameras provide unparalleled The V-LRF option innovation real-time security against consists in adding a Visible conventional and asymmetrical Channel and a Laser Range threats. HGH’s infrared Finder to the panoramic search and track systems are thermal sensor, to improve the Spynel-S Asymmetric Threats Detections System completely passive, rugged recognition phase in the event GH Infrared Systems, technology, HGH designs, and compact, and can be fully of a threat. Spynel sensors are experts in Electro- develops, assembles and sells operational within minutes. used worldwide for critical HOptics & Infrared electro-optics systems for HGH Infrared Systems has infrastructure protection, Technology, will showcase industrial, civil, defence and received many international ports and airports surveillance, its most advanced Spynel security applications. HGH awards for their innovative Forward Operating Bases Thermal Sensors at DefExpo has developed five models of panoramic thermal cameras. protection, UAV tracking, 2018 at stand 3.2.2.D as part Wide Area Surveillance Thermal Recently, in March 2018, the passive surveillance of of the French Pavilion. Sensors, to cover various security Cyclope Intrusion Detection borders and coasts, or even With over three decades needs. Spynel-X is the Infrared Software has been named self-protection of ships. of excellence in infrared Search & Track System with the Best IT Product against 46 47 our systems are in use by India, The new and David's predictive capabilities. Rafael India is Our Strategic Partner: Rafael including the SPYDER ADS, Barak Sling missile defence systems built and operates the Israeli -1 SAM, Reccelite EO-IR Pod, provide a comprehensive National CERT and Israel’s Central Shipborne EW Systems double-tiered solution. Both Credit Registry cyber protection. air-to-ground munition, are operational with the As part of the Cyber Dome India and Israel are strategic partners and pods, communication, EO Israeli Air Force. Iron Dome is Center Rafael developed the Israel has always supported India’s urgent tactical missiles, etc. We continue combat-proven with over 1700 Advanced Threat Intelligence to offer India a wide portfolio of interceptions. David’s Sling has platform, enabling the analysts operational necessities during times of capabilities including air defence already been delivered to the of the cyber command centre crises. For Rafael too, India is a strategic and with the combat-proven Iron Israeli Air Force. to manage, fuse, enhance and Dome system, naval asset air At DEFEXPO 2018 we are also investigate cyber events, feeds significant partner. Rafael has been an active defence with the C-Dome (an exhibiting the C-Dome naval and intelligence information. participant in the Indian Defence Market for operational necessities during Iron Dome derivative using air defence system, already The Israeli ministry of defence more than two decades. Rafael has always times of crises. For Rafael too, the same interceptor), operational with the Israeli Navy. and Rafael have been in talk with India is a strategic and significant – the world’s only combat- The C-Dome Naval Point Defense India regarding the restoration of stood by India to supply systems at short notice partner. Rafael has always stood proven APS with numerous System is designed to effectively the Spike anti-tank missile deal. during various operational contingencies. We by India to supply systems at interceptions on the battlefield. protect combat vessels against Please share the latest updates? short notice during various We are also continuing to out a large set of modern threats. Rafael and its partners in India have always endeavoured to contribute to the operational contingencies. our focus on the BNET SDR C-Dome handles saturation are continuing to negotiate a modernization of the Indian Armed Forces,” Accordingly, Rafael has FAMILY - Broadband MANET attacks by engaging multiple path for the acquisition of the says Maj. General (Retd.) Yoav Har-Even, been more than willing to IP Software-Defined Radio for targets simultaneously. Reaction SPIKE missile systems. We are create structures to ensure ground and air applications, as time is very short and enables happy that the deal was brought President and CEO, Rafael Advanced Defense technological transfer to India. well as on underwater systems of automatic and semi-automatic back to the table and we are Systems. Rafael will showcase the best of its We already work with the torpedo decoys and underwater engagements. hopeful for a positive eventuality. different branches of the Indian communication, remote-weapon C-Dome uses the combat- advanced systems at DefExpo 2018, Chennai. military and the Indian security stations, and EO surveillance. proven Iron Dome interceptor Apart from making Spike Yoav Har-Even speaks with Aeromag about apparatus and have cooperated that has already achieved missiles, Rafael’s India facility at Rafael’s strategic relationship with India and to integrate our electro-optical Could you elaborate on Rafael’s more than 1700 successful Hyderabad has planned to also systems, advanced ordnance, as various air and missile defence interceptions. make electro-optic systems, how it could cater to the defence needs of well as air defence systems. We systems that could play a vital India. have done so while maintaining role in a country like India which Maj.Gen (Retd.) Yoav Har- and implementing our strategy is facing threats and conflicts Even, President & CEO, Rafael to forge local partnerships and along its long borders? address India’s ‘Make in India’ Rafael's Air Defence system Could you talk about precision. All the SPIKE Family battlefield. Rafael is also exhibiting C-Dome policy. provides a complete solution the highlights of Rafael’s members have a low life-cycle TROPHY HV is the world's - a naval air defence system ensuring tactical overmatch participation in DefExpo cost, due to high reliability and only combat-proven Active designed to effectively protect With the Indian government against a broad spectrum of air 2018 and the wide range of operational and logistic support Protection System for armoured combat vessels against a large eagerly proceeding with and missile threats. The solution its advanced products to be and production commonality vehicles. Trophy is installed set of modern threats. Using modernization of the armed is based on a multi-layered displayed there? between members. on the Israeli Armoured Corps the Iron Dome combat-proven forces by inducting sophisticated concept that has been designed At DEFEXPO 2018, Rafael will Samson 30mm MKII is a 30mm Merkava MBT’s and NAMER APC’s. interceptors with more than weapon systems and equipment, to provide optimum protection present the Spike Missile Family, Weapon RWS designed for use These platforms are presently 1700 interceptions in battle, what all products and services against all current and future which consists of precise Tactical on any modern light-armoured, deployed in combat areas along C-Dome handles saturation are offered by Rafael to India in airborne threats. Missiles for ranges between high-mobility fighting vehicle, Israel's borders, with numerous attacks by engaging multiple bolstering its defence? The layered concept consists remotely controlled weapons 500m – 30km. The Spike Family new or upgraded, without interceptions of some of the most targets simultaneously. Reaction Rafael has been an active of two separate double-tiered Cyber terrorism is one of the and other advanced products. is a Multi-purpose, Multi- modifications. It mounts main sophisticated anti-tank missiles time is very short and enables participant in the Indian systems that cope effectively major challenges faced by Could you talk about the future Platform Electro-Optic Missile and secondary armaments, of in the arena. Several months automatic and semi-automatic Defence Market for more than with two different types of countries all over the world operations at the facility? System with real time data link. Eastern and Western origins, ago, TROPHY was declared as engagements. We are also proud two decades. We have always threats. These separate systems including India. In this respect As part of our global strategy, The Spike Missiles are in use by including a 30/40 mm automatic the US Army’s choice of active to showcase our Drone Dome endeavoured to contribute to are modular yet provide what solutions could Rafael we form alliances to develop infantry units as well as mounted cannon, 40 mm AGL (optional), protection for its first division of anti-drone laser interception the modernization of the Indian maximum interoperability and provide to keep advanced cyber military applications based on on combat vehicles, attack and 7.62 mm coaxial machine the M1A1 MBT’s. system. Armed Forces. A number of connectivity. threats at bay? our proprietary technologies. helicopters and naval vessels. The gun. Additional mountable Already in use by India, SPYDER Rafael is a leader in Cyber Rafael considers India as a Spike missiles are combat proven force multipliers include ATGM (Surface-To-Air & DERBY) Rafael has been focusing on the defence and as such it has strategic partner and will and in service in 29 countries launchers, ASM, and SGL is a quick reaction, low level exports of its advanced defence developed a cyber defence continue to move towards among them: Italy, Germany, the obscurants. surface-to-air missile system systems to South Asian region. approach, relaying on its vast indigenous production and Netherlands, Spain, Poland and BNET SDR FAMILY is a designed to counter attacks by With regard to this how do you experience from the defence development of advanced others. The missiles in this family Broadband MANET IP Software- aircraft, helicopters UAVs and consider Rafael’s relationship world. A proactive cyber defence, defence systems. Rafael looks have sophisticated electro-optic Defined Radio for ground and precision guided munitions. with India, one of the largest integrating technologies, to India for cooperation in the CCD or IIR sensors for day/night air applications. BNet is an The system provides effective defence importers in the world? adapting them to the customer's defence Industry as a strategic all-weather operation, as well as integrated C3 system providing protection of valuable assets, What are the prospects for Rafael needs and enhancing them with relation. We are fully committed a tandem warhead. Their lofted position and jam-resistant high- as well as first-class defence for in India? Rafael's technologies. to support `Make in India’ trajectories enable the warhead speed Data and Voice (Analogy forces located in the combat area. India and Israel are strategic Rafael offers the Cyber Dome initiative of the Prime Minister, to strike the target at its most and VoIP) used for combat Alongside the famous Iron partners and Israel has always Center – an advanced SIEM/SOC and KRAS is our strategic partner vulnerable location with pinpoint communications in a modern Dome air defence system, supported India’s urgent with additional proactive and for that. 48 49 JSC AGAT- Unique Approach Towards After-Sales Support

Concern Morinformsystem-AGAT is an umbrella organisation in Russian Shipbuilding Industry comprising 16 important institutes and plants. Our niche areas of specialisation are in Integrated Combat Control and Information Complexes to operate ship missile and artillery weapon systems, Naval Coast and Ship-borne Radars, Ship Fire Fighting and Alarm Systems, Computer Aided Integrated Ship Management Systems, Hydro- Acoustic Systems, etc., says Dr. Georgy V Antsev, the General Director – General Designer of JSC Concern Morinformsystem-Agat. On the side lines of Defexpo 2018 Dr Antsev, gives a candid view of his enterprise and talks about a new approach to after- sales support. A few excerpts from the interview. Dr. Georgy V Antsev the General Director

Can you kindly give us a brief account of Production Enterprise SALYUT were (5P-10) artillery systems, Fregat, Positive your company in terms of its genealogy & incorporated in Concern AGAT. Today, and Podberezovik series of radars as well niche areas of specialization? Concern Morinformsystem-AGAT is an as combat management system Lesorub of umbrella organisation in Russian Shipbuilding Vikramaditya, they all are from the stable of JSC Concern Morinformsystem-AGAT Industry comprising 16 important institutes JSC AGAT. (Concern AGAT) has a long and rich history. and plants. Our niche areas of specialisation The Central Research Institute “Agat” (CRI are in Integrated Combat Control and As we understand, JSC AGAT is one of AGAT) was established in 1972. Its genealogy Information Complexes to operate ship the enterprises recently endowed with the can be traced to the Special Design Bureau missile and artillery weapon systems, Naval Russian state approval for foreign trade of shipbuilding industry created in 1942 and Coast and Ship-borne Radars, Ship Fire activities in the field of military-technical Maritime Research Institute created in 1960. In Fighting and Alarm Systems, Computer cooperation. How do you plan to leverage 1978, CRI AGAT was converted into Scientific Aided Integrated Ship Management Systems, this license to scale up your business or make Production Association AGAT (SPA AGAT). In Hydro-Acoustic Systems, etc. a mark in India? 2004 JSC Concern Morinformsystem- AGAT Earlier, JSC Agat as well as the enterprises was formed amalgamating SPA AGAT, SPA Could you talk about the range of products under it had to operate through MARS, CRI KURS, Production Association of your enterprise currently in operations in Rosoboronexport for after sales support. BINOM, Scientific Production Enterprise the Indian Navy? Now, as a result of this license, JSC Agat and KALUGA and Instrument Making Plant Most of the weapons command and control the OEMs under it have direct access to the Typhoon. systems which are in use on Russian origin customer. Therefore, quality and content of Subsequently in 2007 Product Association ships and submarines of the Indian Navy are technical interaction with the customer will KOMETA, Research and Production Firm products of OEMs under JSC AGAT. Missile improve manifold. The response time will Meridian, Plant IZUMRUD, Design Bureau and artillery combat control systems for also AMETIEST, Plant TOPAZ and Scientific Club series of missiles, MR-123 and Puma

50 51 IAI Focuses on Green Energy Solutions

‘the next big trend’ in the world of aviation. The demand for electrically powered aircraft is projected to reach hundreds of aircrafts per year within the next decade, covering a range of sizes and mission profiles. The growing use of electric propulsion is expected to save hundreds of millions of dollars in fuel and maintenance costs. Environmental benefits include significant reduction of air pollution and noise levels. While today’s electrical power is mainly limited to very light aircraft, IAI estimates that as the technology continues to mature, the market will diversify also to Bird-Eye 650D short-range passenger airplanes and other configurations. “Electric airplanes are greener, quieter, reliable and more srael Aerospace Industries (IAI) has begun working on economical. While many technological challenges need to be the development of green energy solutions for the future addressed as part of the development and certification, IAI’s extensive Idevelopment of electrically powered aircraft, combining experience allows us to develop a solution kit for building the world’s environmental benefits together with longer ranges and endurance most efficient electrical aircraft. We are nearing the completion of the and with significant fuel cost savings. characterization and conceptual design phase and will focus on the Moshe Medina, Vice President, IAI Engineering and Development areas in which we see the strongest business potential,” he said. Group, has said that, the aviation world is about to enter a new era IAI’s experience in electric power systems for unmanned aerial of electric propulsion and the significant improvement of electrical vehicles spans many years. Some of the products developed by power sources for the cellular communication and electric cars may IAI include the Panther and Mini Panther UAVs, vertical takeoff and prove to have a positive effect on the reliability and efficiency of the landing Unmanned Airborne Vehicles as well as the Bird Eye 650 electrical power system. These, in turn, can make the electric aircraft reconnaissance vehicle.

reduce substantially due to direct How do you plan to achieve these laudable interaction and delivery of services. Further, goals? We have often heard about versatility and this will enable better appreciation of The key to success of after-sales service is uniqueness of Russian designs. Could you customer’s needs in terms of improvements its delivery at the customer’s doorstep in throw some light onto such innovations from required in obsolescence management and an efficient and cost-effective manner, on JSC Agat? upgradation of systems. All through this, demand. This indeed is a major challenge as There are many innovations and we are direct marketing possibilities also increase. it is not practical or cost effective to deploy all the time upgrading and improving our the OEM resources at diverse locations of the systems. A multipurpose missile launcher Can you outline the key approaches that customer. Accordingly, we have entered into is worthy of mention here. A single launch you would embark upon in giving a fillip partnership agreements with reputed Indian system incorporates all the existing to enhance the after sales support for the companies, which have requisite domain advantages of Club and BrahMos Missile product portfolio of JSC Agat in Indian Navy? knowledge, expertise and good track record Systems whereby any type of these missiles Our approach will be comprehensive and of over 20 years. can be loaded in different configurations encompasses the following: - for surface ship, land attack or underwater • Optimize (reduce) service delivery There is an increasing focus on “Make in targets. We are hopeful next set of Indian time: provide post-sale support by using India” in India’s defence production policy. Naval warships will seek these launchers. a comprehensive approach based on Russia has been its largest Arms supplier. monitoring and forecasting of conditions of What are your plans to participate in the With systems becoming so complex and customer’s military equipment. “Make in India” initiative? crew turnaround inevitable, how are you • Improve recent post-sale support We are indeed keen to participate in addressing the need for training of the system considering customer’s demands. the “Make in India” scheme. However, it is operators and operations team? • Develop long term post-sale important to establish the economic viability We provide tactical training simulators for support schedules. of the endeavour so that it is practical and training centres. These are aimed to provide • Apply a comprehensive approach sustainable. practical training to various type submarine that involves various types of technical Therefore, we will adopt a step by step and surface ship crew. They provide crew support (including the capabilities of Indian approach. First will be to identify fast moving with training to operate in multiple target companies). products as well as system upgradation and dense EW environment. In addition, • Optimize post-sale support requirements. Local manufacture would every system has its own simulated target procedures (development of an electronic be the next step for parts and assemblies. generation features as well as settings for system based on SPTA cataloguing a web- Assured viable numbers would be the key to interference conditions with a possibility to portal for customers support, etc. manufacture locally and I am sure the Indian engage targets with practice missiles. side is aware of this. 52 53 CAPE Electric Assures Protection from Transient Surges ightning and electromagnetic impulses Loriginating due to various factors such as HEMP, NEMP and NNEMP are always a threat for modern electrical and electronic systems. Switching Off communication equipment during Wärtsilä Acquires lightning will not ensure protection of sensitive electronic systems. Kanyakumari-based Cape Electric Transas Pvt. Ltd., a leader in providing he technology group Wärtsilä is to acquire Transas, a global solutions against failure due to company headquartered in the U.K. in order to accelerate transient surges, assures safety for electric and electronic systems TWärtsilä along the path towards its Smart Marine Ecosystem from lightning and electromagnetic impulses. vision. Established in 1990, Transas is a global market leader in marine Cape claims that the protection techniques such as ESE/DAS etc navigation solutions that include complete bridge systems, digital used by some defence installations as products and electronic charts. The transaction is valued at MEUR lightning protection neither confirm 210 (enterprise value) and is expected to be closed during the second international standards, nor protect quarter of 2018. any electronics. But the Smart Building This acquisition takes Wärtsilä a significant step closer to achieving Infrastructure Solutions of Cape its mission of enabling sustainable societies with smart technologies. are unique which helps in reducing It will also speed delivery on the company’s promise to disrupt the electrical accidents. The company’s End industry by establishing an ecosystem that is digitally connected

to End solutions offer design, product across the entire supply chain, through applications that are secure, 6 , S t a n d N o . 1 2 A 4 development, manufacturing & supply, smart and cloud-based. installation and testing commissioning Wärtsilä’s Smart Marine Ecosystem is a vision whereby smart vessel

and periodic maintenance in the field connects with smart ports and beyond to deliver three fundamental o n H a l of electrical safety. Cape has solved or industry benefits: maximising the use of resources and operational prevented hundreds of EMI and lightning efficiency, minimising environmental impact and risk, and achieving related problems in a wide range of the highest levels of safety and security. Through data integration, industries including defence, vehicles, telecom, railways etc. greater connectivity and cloud-based technology, Wärtsilä aims Established in 1996, Cape electric specialises in lightning to resolve inefficiencies in the shipping sector resulting from

protection of electronics systems of various applications including overcapacity, sub-optimal fuel consumption, and waiting times at l N a d u P v i telecommunication. Its subsidiary LPCI (LP consultants International ports and other high-traffic areas. Pvt Ltd) specialises in the field of EMI/EMC. Cape’s qualified and Transas is also a leader in professional training and simulation experienced team helps industries to identify & solve EMI, ESD, Signal services, ship traffic control, as well as monitoring, and support. It Integrity, Earthing, Lightning & Surge Protection related problems and leverages the latest in machine learning and AI to create a unified the proven design confirms IEC / IEEE / MIL standards. The company’s cloud-based platform for managing operations across the entire application-oriented training on EMC, ESD and lightning protection marine ecosystem. Transas’ current annual net sales are in the region help industries not only to prevent future problems but make them of EUR 140 million. The company has 22 regional offices worldwide s i t u a T m experts in basic design considerations required. and a distribution network that spans 120 countries. Design & Project Management Roger Holm, President, Wärtsilä Marine Solutions, has said that • EM compatible buildings of Electronic Equipment including combining Transas with Wärtsilä would bring the Smart Marine

HEMP (Electrical, Telecom / Data installations) Ecosystem many steps forward. “We can now connect Wärtsilä’s P l e a s V i • Protection of Electronics in buildings, Shielding Measures, product portfolio, the biggest in the Marine industry, with Ship Traffic Screening Measures, Bonding Measures, Harmonic Reduction Control, Simulators, Navigation solutions and fleet operation solutions • SPM for protection of Electronics against Lightning and from Transas. The combined package will further improve the way a External EMI vessel can sail in the most cost efficient and environmental friendly • Earthing System design for HV / EHV substations, way for our customers,” he said. Telecommunication Frank Coles, CEO, Transas has said that it was incredibly exciting to Installations and special have the opportunity to join the Wärtsilä brand in delivering the future permanent earthing solution of maritime transport. “The Transas team has significant competences such as Foundation Earthing, in technology, along with a globally recognized leadership position Ring Earthing, Structural in navigation, simulation and traffic control systems. Adding these Earthing etc to the extensive, world leading Wärtsilä portfolio of services and • Equipotential products, provides an unparalleled opportunity for a new ecosystem Bonding Network in buildings for maritime operations,” he said. using Steel reinforcement 54 55 France to Strengthen Defence Ties with India at DefExpo

resulted in a defence cooperation agreement in 2006. Since then, bilateral relations have continued to grow and deepen in the political, economic, scientific and strategic areas. France and India share a common interest in the fight against terrorism and in the efforts to preserve strategic autonomy. France has granted India a significant role in achieving stability throughout the region and the world, and the visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Paris in June 2017 bore testimony to this. Lambert has said that France’s involvement in the DefExpo reflects the long-term partnership in the area of defence. “The cooperative development relationship was further strengthened during the official visit to India by Florence ith the participation of more than 20 companies in Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces, in October 2017. DefExpo 2018 the French defence industry will further While there she met with her Indian counterpart Nirmala Wstrengthen its defence ties with India. François Lambert, Sitharaman, Minister of Defence, and reaffirmed the strategic and Delegate-General of GICAN, has said that the international technical cooperation that unites our two countries,” he added. DEFEXPO India show is a major event for professionals in the The countries have carried out regular joint exercises for defence world and French industry will be in attendance at this both armies (Shakti 2018), naval and air forces (Varuna 2017 in new edition, represented by around 20 companies. The GICAN France). In addition to these joint military manoeuvres, special is a natural partner of the French Ministry of Armed Forces, of events are held during stopovers for French naval ships, like the the Economy and of the Ministry of Ecological and Solidarity Mistral-class projection and command ship and the Courbet Transition, as well as the General Secretariat of the Sea. frigate stopovers in Bombay in March and April 2017. “The French companies at the DefExpo France pavilion This long-term Indo-French alliance therefore helps strengthen will present their expertise and technological innovations. the operational skills of both countries, said Lambert. I hope that this show will become yet another opportunity The strategic relationship between India and France also involves the for furthering the Indo-French cooperation in industry and defence industry. Several joint projects have been carried out in this defence to promote peace and security,” said Lambert. area, including six Scorpène-class submarines, of which the first unit, In 1998, France signed a strategic partnership with India that Kalvari, was recently accepted into active service in the Indian Navy. DEFEXPO: A Wealth of Innovations for Lacroix

is one of the few countermeasures manufacturers worldwide. The company’s countermeasures are qualified on a wide range of aircrafts, STANAG 4687 & 7122 compliant, and have been tested against the most modern threats during NATO trials EMBOW. Lacroix has a complete self-protection offer (from countermeasures to systems) for air, land and naval Forces around the world. Lacroix (Etienne Lacroix Group, celebrating its 170 anniversary this year) also provides training, simulation and signalling solutions. The company manufactures high-speed rails, pyrotechnic tunnel, vibration pot, climatic chambers, etc. Lacroix’s products on focus include Airborne CM for Dassault Rafale and Tejas, Airbus C295 and A400M. The company offers state of the art countermeasures to protect modern platforms such as the Rafale, A400M, Casa295, and F16 and of course Tejas LCA (Light Combat Aircraft) for IAF (Indian Air Force) against the most modern InfraRed threats. Lacroix has also developed a range of chaff countermeasures both for NATO and Russian calibre dispensers. With more than 130 engineers its R&D team closely work with end users, acroix, a leading pyrotechnics company in the defence and aircraft manufacturers, system integrators and key military security sectors, will present a wide range of its innovations decision makers to develop tomorrow’s counter measures. Lat Booth 3.2.2 on the French Pavilion at DefExpo 2018. Lacroix 56 57 F-16 Production Facility will Roxel - The Bespoke Propulsion High Power Thermal Batteries for Tactical Missiles Boost Make in India: Lockheed

aircraft ecosystem. He has claimed that Lockheed’s offer is cost advantageous for India as it has a 30-40% lower operation and maintenance cost per flying hour than twin- engine aircraft in its class. “The F-16 is the only aircraft programme in this competition ASB to Introduce with the proven performance and industrial scale to meet India’s operational needs and its Offset Partner Make in India priorities and no competing aircraft comes close to matching the F-16’s APS at DefExpo operational effectiveness and industrial success,” he said. SB Aerospatiale Batteries, one of Talking about the lifecycle of the fighter, Lall the world leaders in the research, has said that structural and avionic upgrades Adesign and manufacture of to the US F-16 fleet would extend service life Thermal Batteries, will introduce at the to 2045. “The F-16 provides unprecedented DefExpo 2018 its recently created Indian merican aerospace and defence Business Development, Lockheed Martin, manufacturing, sustainment, upgrade and branch, Advanced Power Sources (APS), major Lockheed Martin has said in an interview with PTI, has said that the export opportunities to Indian industry well as its offset partner. With plants in France, Athat the company’s proposed company intended to create far more than into the future. Only Lockheed Martin and its in UK, and in the USA, ASB-Group, known production facility of its advanced fighter an “assembly line” in India. “We plan to Indian partners can deliver the capabilities as the power of reliability, has established jet F-16 in India will give a fillip to the Make introduce two new words into the lexicon of and industrial benefits to truly propel India’s a leading position and its products are in India programme. The plan to set up a international fighter aircraft manufacturing: military and defence industrial base into the recognized worldwide for their excellence F-16 jet production facility in India will also ‘India’ and ‘exclusive’. F-16 production in India future,” Lall said. and optimization to the customer be an “exclusive” proposition that will help will be exclusive; something that has never Lockheed is offering F-16 Block 70, which oxel, the European leader in tactical Roxel is using “best practice” requirements. At this year’s expo, ASB the country in achieving its operational. before been presented by any other fighter is the most advanced version of the aircraft propulsion, will proudly exhibit its methodologies, developed by the company, will showcase some of its latest products Lockheed Martin has offered to relocate aircraft manufacturer, past or present,” he that leverage technologies from the F-35. The Rlatest technologies and products at to continuously improve the quality, the including the “g-activated batteries”. its entire production line to India as India said. F-16 has an upper hand over its competitors DefExpo 2018 as part of the French Pavilion reliability and the affordability of our products ASB-Group has recently created its Indian continues to shop around to add new fighter He has added that the it would be a unique aerodynamically and advanced technologies and to promote the French Industry. Roxel for the satisfaction of our customers. Roxel branch APS, which has access to a number jets into its air force. opportunity the Indian industry to be at are continually integrated into the fighter jet. has said that Defexpo trade show will allow is able to cooperate with local designers or of technologies exclusive to the ASB Group Vivek Lall, Vice President, Strategy and the centre of the world’s largest fighter the company to develop our commercial manufacturers in design of rocket motor for including lithium anode technology, unique relationships with potential Indian partners the benefit of the missile system primes and chemistries and multilayer components for and to be more present on the Indian market. the end users in their global approach for more demanding applications providing Diamond Jubilee Seminar Roxel is an Anglo-French company future defence needs. environmentally friendly optimal specific equally owned by MBDA and SAFRAN. The The company is certified EN 9100 for all power performance levels (W/kg) and faster company, reactive and innovative, combines its activities. Roxel supplys new propulsion response times. Held at Kochi Naval Base both background and expertise in design, systems from initial concept, mid-life ASB has stated that DefExpo is a great development, mass production and support upgrades of existing propulsion systems, opportunity to introduce APS: as offset Callsign, the professional journal in-Chief Andaman Nicobar of rocket motors for all kind of tactical missiles re-lifting of existing propulsion systems, all partner. The new company is definitely the of Signal School and a special day Command, who is also the senior (anti-tank, anti-ship, air defence, air-to-air, kinds of solid propellants, cooperative design gate door to the newest technologies which postal cover have been released most serving officer in the Indian cruise missile, guided bombs) and rockets of motor in partnership with local designers are required to power all modern defence during the inaugural session of Navy with “Communications” (artillery and air-to-ground rockets). and/or manufacturers etc. Roxel also offers systems in India. the seminar, in the presence of specialisation, has been the The company is ideally placed to develop provision of trials and testing facilities, ASB’s participation to the Defexpo 2018 Sumathi Ravichandran, IPoS, Post Chief Guest for the function. innovative, robust and competitive gas Generators, smart pyro mechanisms, is also the opportunity to exhibit most Master General (Central Region). The seminar has been also solutions and is used to manage advanced expertise, consulting for development, recent products including the “g-activated The seminar has witnessed attended by Vice Admiral AR technologies. Thrust Vector Control, analysis, comprehensive support including batteries” dedicated to the artillery shelves presentation of papers by expert Karve, PVSM, AVSM, Flag Officer Insensitive Munition, Dual Pulse systems and technical assistance, safety and hazard applications, optimised power supply Release of Special Day Postal cover at the Diamond speakers from the Indian Navy as Commanding-in-Chief, Southern smokeless propellants are some of the leading analysis, energetic material characterisation solutions for guided rockets, as well as, on Jubilee Seminar held at Naval Base, Kochi. well as Scientists from Defence Naval Command and IG KR technologies, provided by Roxel, to equip & sensitiveness testing and rocket motor the other end of the volume range, high Communication and the 60th anniversary of PSUs. Suresh, TM, Commander Coast most of the existing European Missiles. New testing. power solutions for Emergency Power Electronic Warfare “Signal School”, the premier Technical stalls showcasing Guard (COMCG) (Andaman manufacturing techniques, such as Additive Roxel also promotes industrial cooperation Supply for aircrafts. A(EW) seminar on the training establishment in Naval the latest products developed & Nicobar), the senior most Manufacturing and Resonant Acoustic transfer of technology, non-toxic ASB’s Thermal Batteries are primary theme “Flags to Quantum Communications Electronic by CDAC Trivandrum, Israel serving Communications officer Mixing, and technologies such as novel demilitarization, rocket motor disposal, lithium batteries, which are totally inert Communication” has been held Warfare and IT/Cyber Security Aerospace Industries (IAI) Israel of Indian Coast Guard besides high-performance propellants are some of training courses on specific topics, time and prior to activation. They are therefore at Sagarika auditorium, Naval for personnel of the Indian Navy, and Scientech, New Delhi have several serving and veteran the breakthrough capabilities researched by commitment to study customer needs and totally maintenance free over a very long Base, Kochi. The seminar has been Indian Coast Guard and friendly been also put up. Communicators, including ten Roxel’s experts with the support of UK MoD help them define solutions for the benefits of storage life, and are the only power sources conducted as part of various foreign navies. Vice Admiral Bimal Kumar former Officers-in-Charge of the and French DGA, to develop the rocket/ your customers able to operate reliably under very harsh activities held to commemorate A diamond jubilee edition of Verma, AVSM, ADC, Commander- School. missile motors for the future. environments. 58 59 Navtis Group – Leader in ECA Presents Robotic and Rafael to Showcase its Simulation Solutions Multispecialty Projects Best at DefExpo

Iron Dome

ECA Group, on the French Pavilion at Defexpo 2018, will present its srael’s leading defence missile Python-5. Rafael will also of APS for its M1A1 MBT’s. with maximum safety to friendly range of unmanned robotic systems, ship equipment, protection and manufacturer, Rafael display C-DOME, an operational In the Communication aircraft. training simulation solutions in the sector of Defence & Security. IAdvanced Defense Systems Naval Area Defence System, category, BNET SDR Family, In the Remote-Controlled avtis Group is a leading multispecialty project management The company’s innovative unmanned solutions are optimized to Ltd is geared up to put on designed to effectively protect with unique Broadband MANET service provider for naval, MRE, Oil & Gas industries and also successfully carry out missions at sea: from autonomous (USV / AUV) display some of the company’s combat vessels against a large IP Software-Defined Radio Nspecialises in mechanical, electric, fluids, infrastructures, and remotely operated (ROV) robotic solutions, to more complex sophisticated technological set of modern threats, using for ground, vehicular and air painting, and structure, hull fitting out sheet metal work. The company suite, such as the fully integrated Unmanned Mine Counter Measures innovations at the DefExpo 2018. the combat-proven Iron Dome applications, will be displayed. has been working for several years on construction and operational Integrated System – UMIS - a fully autonomous system combining Rafael has announced that on Interceptor. SEWS-DV - Digital shipborne maintenance of French Navy’s vessels and submarines on both the several unmanned naval robots (USV / AUV / ROV / EMDS) deployed the occasion of its 70th year of As part of its precise, tactical electronic warfare suite, and national and international territories. automatically. innovative breakthroughs, the EO missiles, Rafael will showcase C-GEM - Shipborne Off-Board With its head office in Brittany, economic window is turned to In the area of land robotics, ECA Group designs Unmanned Ground company is proud to present its Spike Family which includes Active Decoy against current and European and international projects in the sectors of Industry, Naval, Vehicles (UGV) to perform missions in confined areas. ECA Group’s an array of its state-of-the-art Spike SR, LR/MR, LR2, ER and new generation anti-ship missiles Torbuster MRE and Oil & Gas. This is one way to continue the growth of the UGVs allows use for both military and civilian applications, such as systems and technologies at the NLOS. These are airborne, precise, will be the highlights of Rafael’s society and continue to build the company’s future in the industrial IEDD/EOD, demining and trap removal operations. expo to be held on April 11-14 at multi-purpose tactical missiles, Soft-Kill naval vessel protection Weapon Stations category, there and naval world. For Training Simulation, ECA Group offers solutions for Naval forces. Chennai. for ranges of 1.5 km-30 km, systems. will be Samson RWS - Remote Navtis offers global repair and maintenance services whether in Its innovative systems range from Mine Warfare Data Management In the Air Defence segment, with 29 customers and 29,000 Rafael’s Drone Detection and Weapon Station (RWS) Family, afloat repair docks or in dry dock N°1. Dry dock N.1 of Brest Chamber training, to navigation but also include mission-oriented tactical Rafael will display its Iron Dome, missiles delivered. In armour Neutralization System, Drone which is offered in six land of Commerce and Industry (CCI) can receive vessels of 225m x 27m training such as warship and submarine tactical simulation. ECA Group which is a Combat-Proven active protection category, Trophy, Dome is also on display at the configurations and two naval – 40,000Tdw. solutions enable different configurations: from individual training defence system against Short the world’s only operational, expo. It is an innovative end- configurations (Typhoon and to team trainers or even to more complex simulation scenario using Range Artillery Rockets, mortars combat-proven Active Protection to-end system designed to Mini-Typhoon Weapon Stations). multi-platform simulators. Floatlink Submarine Navigation & Anjani Technoplast Pioneers ECA Group designs and supplies systems & equipment for Communication buoy, Torbuster submarines and surface ships. These range from platform Combined Soft Kill / Hard Kill Ballistic Armouring management, to command & control systems as well as propulsion & Torpedo Decoy, will be presented energy systems. With the new multifaceted threats in the underwater in the underwater systems mine warfare activities, magnetic and acoustic signatures expose category. Torbuster is the only ith its expertise in the naval forces to risks of being localized and classified. ECA Group have known active hard-kill torpedo field of personal and developed systems dedicated to reducing these signatures by offering defence system in the world. Wvehicle armouring, modular ranging systems, from magnetic signature reduction systems TOPLITE EOS In Electro-Optical Systems Anjani Technoplast Ltd. (ATL), to multi-influence ranges solutions. category, Rafael will showcase an ISO certified company, has a ECA Group has also a long expertise in the design of combat-proven and UAV’s with more than 1700 System for armoured platforms detect, track, and neutralize its Sea Spotter, which is a Naval strong foothold and technical Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Its aerial drone range of solutions combat interceptions. Another (heavy, medium and light drones either by jamming their IR Staring and Tracking System know-how to manufacture allows to carry out intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and highlight in this segment will be weight vehicles) will be another communication or destroying (IRST). Another attraction in this and supply ultra-lightweight recognition (ISTAR) or electronic intelligence missions (IMSI). ECA Spyder SR/MR - Family of Short attraction at the event. Trophy them using a laser beam. It has category will be the Topolite EOS, armouring gear, ballistic shelters and riot-control equipment. The Group UAVs can also support OED / IIED operations by providing and Medium Range Air Defence is installed on the Israel Defence a 360-degree coverage, fast the Electro-Optical Surveillance, lightweight ballistic armouring products are designed to enhance the operators with radio relay or real-time view of the intervention, as part systems using the I-Derby, the Forces the Israeli Merkava tanks response-time, causes minimal Observation and Targeting agility and provide the best protection. of a collaborative scenario with UGVs. innovative active radar air-to-air and on the Namer APC’s. Trophy collateral interruptions to the System. ATL has developed the light Pressurized Missile Containers for missile, and IR and air defence is the US Army’s declared choice surrounding urban environment, Bharat Dynamics Ltd. (BDL) for the Akash Missile System. Anjani produces a wide range of innovative products such as composite honeycomb panels, ballistic armouring, packaging of missiles & ammunition, material handling & storage solutions, pre-fabricated building solutions as well as design & development of special-purpose machinery. Trophy Spyder SR MR

60 61 Successful First Flight for GlobalEye Dholera Industrial City - DMIC’s Flagship Project

Anant Industries – Leader in Tank Spares Supply aab has successfully completed the head of Saab’s Business Area Surveillance, has sophisticated sensors including the powerful first flight of the GlobalEye Airborne said that the first flight is the second major new extended range radar (Erieye ER), holera Industrial City, Delhi Mumbai parcels range from 5 ha to 140 ha and can be ith three decades of service in SEarly Warning & Control aircraft in milestone for the GlobalEye programme integrated with the ultra-long range Global Industrial Corridor’s (DMIC) flagship combined to produce parcel size up to 750ha. defence sector, Anant Industries Linköping, Sweden. GlobalEye has taken within a very short space of time. “Yet again 6000 aircraft, known for its versatility and Dproject will be operational in 2019. The city will use ICT as an underlying enabler Wplays a role in India’s defence off on its maiden flight from Saab’s airfield we have demonstrated that we are delivering smooth flight characteristics. The first phase of city’s 22.54sq.km (2245ha) in all spheres of the city and will integrate indigenization. The company has now built in Linköping. The aircraft, a modified on our commitments and that we are on The GlobalEye launch customer is the United is under construction and. The city, touted as multiple essential disciplines, will facilitate the core strength of manufacturing & supply Bombardier Global 6000 jet platform, has track with our production of the world’s most Arab Emirates Armed Forces, where it is India’s first and only “Platinum” rated Smart ease of doing business and ease of living, of various Assemblies and Sub-Assemblies of undertaken a 1 hour 46 minutes test flight advanced swing-role surveillance system,” he known as the Swing Role Surveillance System City, with a total area of 920sq.km will be built along with a platform for efficient operations Hydraulic & Pneumatic systems for various collecting extensive flight-test data using the said. (SRSS). The initial order has been placed in over 3 decades. The projected residential and administration. Russian Tanks & its Engines, with ISO: 9001 on-board instrumentation suite. This data will The maiden flight has taken place three November 2015. GlobalEye brings extended population is 2 million with 827000 job The city ensures zero waste discharge by Certification. be used to verify the aircraft performance weeks after Saab revealed the GlobalEye detection range, endurance and the ability to generations. treating, recycling & reusing 100% of the Established in 1988, the company has and associated modelling. The first flight has aircraft to the media for the first time in perform multiple roles, including tasks such Dholera in the State of is the largest wastewater generated to tertiary standards the following facilities - CNC’s, VMC’s and been preceded by a series of ground trials February. GlobalEye combines air, maritime as search and rescue, border surveillance and Greenfield Smart city being built under for non-potable and industrial use while Lapping, Honing & Grinding machines along including high and low speed taxiing tests. and ground surveillance in one swing-role military operations. the DMIC. It will be operated by a Dholera implementing best practices such as smart with many other conventional machines. Anders Carp, Senior Vice President and solution. GlobalEye carries a full suite of Industrial City Development Limited (DICDL) metering and SCADA to minimize losses. The Anant Industries has received The Best a Special purpose vehicle (SPV) which is a City will have a ‘Plug & Play’ approach wherein Supply Chain Management award from Joint venture of Central Government through all land parcels are fully ICT enabled and IIMM for practices in manufacturing sector Elbit Systems Wins $65 Mn DMICDC and Government of Gujarat. completely built up infrastructure is offered and “INDIA TOP 100 SME AWARD” by India Dholera offers the largest land parcels of right at the plot level, with the capability of SME forum. The company is accredited with Contract for SAR Solution any city in India and perhaps south Asia. Land handling the growing demands of the city. SMERA-2017 Certification. SDR-Based Advanced IP Systems’ comprehensive airborne radio communication solutions portfolio, the Company will install Airborne Locator Radio for Defence Systems (ALS) and Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) onboard various mission aspects of the product diversity, performance can be improved. aircraft and rotorcraft platforms in use by the LWS offers a wide range of Defence Network However, the hardware support for multi customer’s Air Force, Army and Navy, and will Innovations. The SDR-based Advanced IP antenna processing becomes a challenge in also supply thousands of Personal Survival Radio has the following features. both RF and baseband hardware. This need Radio (PSR) systems. hardware innovations to handle multiple data Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager, NLOS Coverage Extensions streams with small form factor and efficient Elbit Systems Land and C4I, has said that the Data retransmission techniques like Hybrid designs. contract award to supply a comprehensive Automatic Repeat Request retransmissions, SAR solution is an attestation to the maturity Efficient Data Repetition - coherent data High Power PA Linearity of the company’s systems and market ekha Wireless Solutions Pvt. Ltd., combining, Rate Matching will support bigger PA linearity and hence PA efficiency leadership. “Based on our vast portfolio a technology solutions company set of code rates. To utilize the coherent gain improvement techniques are important with of Radio and Communication solutions, Lwith expertise in communication with data repetitions, phase and frequency respect to Radio Front End to enhance the already operational with dozens of armed technology and embedded systems, offers synchronizations are to be accurate. With ranges at lower peak power. Innovative PA forces worldwide, we are able to provide its SDR-based advanced IP Radio for defence these methods, NLOS ranges can be increased linearity improvement methods are being a technological edge, and we hope that networks. LWS has achieved innovative by a bigger factor. explored from both Hardware and Software srael’s Elbit Systems has been awarded a Search and Rescue (SAR) solution. The project additional customers will follow in selecting network solutions through advancements in point of view and this enables the data link to $65 million contract by an Asian-Pacific will be performed over a three-year period. our unique SAR systems as their solution of all the functional areas of the product namely Multi Antenna based Designs work at low power for the same target range. Icountry to provide a comprehensive Under the contract, and as part of Elbit choice”, he said. Waveform, Software design and Hardware With multi antenna support, antenna 62 63 Naval Group to Display its Defence Capabilities SIKA Offers Ruggedized Products

SIKA Aerospace & Defence, an aval group will demonstrate its French Navy dedicated to deal with an ever- AS 9100D and CEMILAC approved expertise in the sector of naval growing array of challenges. Through the public listed company, has supplied Ndefence by displaying several Australia Future Program, Naval Group will ruggedized products and systems for technologies at the DefExpo 2018. Also, contribute to the delivery of 12 conventionally harsh environment applications in Naval Group will stress its strong industrial powered submarines, whose design is India for over 20 years. commitment in India. The group’s Indian derived from Barracuda type submarines. SIKA has developed strong subsidiary has carved long-term partnerships Belh@rra: This combat and crisis capabilities for build-to-print and in the country and enhanced industrial management frigate empowers modern build-to-specification manufacturing cooperation and technology transfers in line navies wanting to adapt to the digitization of electrical wiring harnesses, cable with the “Make in India” policy of the Indian of the warfare. Ensuring naval supremacy, assemblies and electro-mechanical Government. The P75 program has reinforced this compact frigate performs all the unit integration for Aerospace & the indigenisation process promoting the operations conducted by large surface Defence applications. These have been talents of Indian engineers. vessels with increased precision and high- supplied for applications including The company will showcase its commitment level capabilities in anti-air, anti-surface, anti- helicopter looms, fighter aircraft stores- towards Indian customers and partners like submarine and asymmetric warfare domains. pylon integration, anti-submarine Mazagon Dock and Shipbuilders Limited Aircraft Carrier: It is equipped with the warfare systems and aircraft re-fuelling (MDL), (GSL) among others latest generation of combat systems and actuators. to offer the latest technologies and ensure deploys an on-board aircraft group (up SIKA has partnered with some of the self-reliance of the Indian Navy. The major to 40 aircraft). Its advanced conventional world’s leading OEMs for the supply highlights of the company at the exhibition propulsion system allows the optimization and system integration of ruggedized will be the following. of replenishment frequency and ensures high precision products and systems Scorpene®: The SCORPENE® is a 2000 a permanent presence at sea within an to Aerospace, Defence and Space tons conventional-propulsion submarine air-sea group. Through-life support costs customers in India. The types of designed and developed by Naval Group for are reduced. The catapult aircraft carrier is products supplied are diverse, ranging all types of mission, such as surface vessel compatible with most modern carrier-based from motion control (motors, drives, warfare, anti-submarine warfare, long-range aircraft (Rafale, F-18, E2C C/D). controllers, sensors) and fluid control strikes, special operations or intelligence F21 Heavy Weight Torpedo: The F-21 (valves, solenoids, pressure switches, gathering. Extremely stealthy and fast, it is Heavy Weight Torpedo development gauges, filters) to sub-systems equipped by 6 weapon launching tubes, 18 successfully integrates the mastery of (actuators, slip rings, rotary joints) and weapons (torpedoes, missiles, mines). Six aluminium silver oxide technology which electronics (MIL grade fans/blowers, Scorpene class submarines are currently allows the torpedo to enjoy higher range and power supplies). manufactured at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders maximum available speed, making it a much These products and systems have Limited (MDL) for the Indian Navy with more lethal weapon than other available been used in a variety of Indian transfer of technology from Naval Group. torpedoes. It is designed to never explode on- programs including, for example, UAVs Barracuda: Naval Group designs and builds board a submarine even in case of platform (Rustom-II, Nishant), helicopters (ALH, the Barracuda, a state of the art and latest being on fire, itself being dropped, or being LCH), Aircraft (LCA, Jaguar, Do-228), generation of strategic submarine for the fired accidentally. Integrated Systems (Akash, MR-SAM), Ground Vehicles (T-72 tanks, BMP-2 infantry combat vehicles), Air Defence (L-70) Radars, Pedestals, Gimbals, Tracking Systems and Electronic Warfare Systems.

64 65 Multination Naval Exercise TVSL - Bringing in Best MILAN Concludes Practices of Defence been the testimony to the success of this Supply Chain multilateral initiative. The first Milan was held in 1995 with five participating nations and since then the event has been held every two years except in 2001, 2005 and 2016. Milan 2018 has witnessed a diverse mix of professional interactions, social events and sporting fixtures, leaving a lasting impression on the foreign delegates and the residents of Port Blair. Besides fostering co-operation through naval exercises and professional interactions, Milan also has provided an ecently the Indian defence budget exceeded that of UK and excellent opportunity to the participating catapulted the country as the World’s Top 5 spenders. India’s navies to come together in a spirit of Rdefence spend increased from $51.1 billion in 2016 to $52.5 billion collaboration and mutual understanding in 2017, but in terms of percentage of GDP it is reducing year on year for Russian Helicopters he 10th edition of the multination from various countries, making it the largest to nurture stronger ties. From an event of the last 20 years. On one hand, the approach taken to effect defence naval exercise, Milan, hosted by the budget cuts in several countries has been to reduce military personnel, to Hold Talks on TIndian Navy at Andaman and Nicobar weapons systems, and delay modernization. But on the other, it is Islands in March has come to a grand end. increasing productivity in defence and reducing waste in the non-core MILAN is a congregation of littoral navies activities. This is where TVS Logistics plays a decisive role by supporting Helicopter Maintenance conducted biennially under the aegis of various defence establishments by bringing in best practices from global ussian Helicopters, at Defexpo 2018, Chennai, will hold talks the Andaman and Nicobar Command. The defence supply chain to India. on after-sales service of Russian helicopters used in India. exercise held with an aim to build mutual TVS Logistics Services Ltd, an India based ISO 9001:2008 certified RThe holding’s exposition at Defexpo will show models of confidence between the navies of the Asia company, is a part of the USD 7 Bn TVS Group, offering complete end to the Ka-226T light multi-mission helicopter, which is expected to Pacific region has marked the participation end IT enabled logistics and Supply Chain solutions. As India’s largest be manufactured at a Russian-Indian joint venture, and the latest of several foreign warships along with Indian 3PL company and a leader in the Auto and Engineering segment TVS offshore version of Mi-171A2. The Russian Helicopter fleet in India is naval ships from Andaman & Nicobar and LSL offers sourcing and distribution, contract logistics, warehousing, equal to 400 units with Mi-8/17 medium multi-mission helicopters, Eastern Naval Commands. transportation, freight forwarding, packaging and aftermarket solutions Mi-26 heavy helicopters, Mi-25 attack helicopters, and Ka-25, Ka-28, The 11 foreign warships from countries in to defence establishments and private defence companies. Ka-31 naval helicopters in operation. Asia Pacific and Indian Ocean Regions have Being an Indian company with an expertise in the defence domain, Russian Helicopters has earlier entered into a contract with Vectra been berthed at the Naval and Haddo jetties TVS Logistics has the ability to offer ‘Global Best Practices’ to the Indian Group, India, on delivery of a Mi-171A2 multi-mission helicopter in Port Blair. Besides these warships, Milan has gathering since its inception in 1995. The sub- regional context, MILAN has grown Armed Forces as part of transformational projects. Their proprietary IT in 2018. And the agreement stipulates an option to purchase also seen the participation of 38 delegates growing participation over the years has into a prestigious international event and based solutions with proven ability in handling defence supply chains can another helicopter of this type. Andrey Boginsky, CEO, Russian encompasses participation by maritime reduce the cost of ownership by simplifying the sourcing, procurement, Helicopters, has said that during negotiations the company plans forces from not just the Bay of Bengal and delivery and management of defence commodities and spare parts. to concentrate on after-sales service, repair and modernization of South East Asia but the larger Indian Ocean Some of the countries that have achieved high levels of efficiency and equipment that has already been delivered to India. “We will discuss Region (IOR). responsiveness in their Defence logistics and sustainment activities implementation of a joint project – a Russian-Indian joint venture An International City Parade has been held are the UK, Australia, Israel and Canada. TVS Logistics in its capacity for assembling Ka-226T helicopters, which was incorporated last along the Marina Park Road, with marching as a supply chain solution provider has worked both with UK MOD and May. A presentation of the Ka-226T naval helicopter which, as we contingents from all participating foreign the Department of Defence in Australia and has been able to bring in believe, could be assembled under the joint venture will be held for naval ships as well as the Indian Armed Forces. efficiencies with the application of technology. our partners,” he said. The famed Parade has been opened to the Defence operations account for 30% of TVS Logistics’ $1bn annual The Ka-226T light multi-mission helicopter has a coaxial twin- public on one of the concluding days in which global revenues. Its UK subsidiary, TVS SCS manages a 13-year contract rotor system, its maximum takeoff weight is 3.6 t, and it is able to the Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was worth $ 6 billion with UK MOD. As part of the logistics transformation transport up to 1 ton of payload. The main distinctive feature of the the Chief Guest. Marching contingents from initiative to outsource non-war commodities and services, TVSSCS has helicopter is its modular design – a transport cabin that can carry participating countries, fly-past by aircrafts, committed a saving of US $ 650 Mn (Rs 4200 Cr) over the 13-year contract. up to 6 people or modules with special equipment can be easily sky diving by Marine Commandos, dare devil TVS SCS also manages multiple contracts for inventory management and installed on the Ka-226T. The helicopter is equipped with a modern display of motorcyclists from Army have been obsolescence management for armoured vehicles fleet, land rover fleet complex electronic hardware and a special crash-resistant fuel the highlights of the International City Parade. and construction vehicles. system. The events have unfolded with the As prime equipment suppliers of the UK MOD, in modernizing their There are over 80 modifications in the Mi-171A2 design as backdrop of the historic Ross Island against inventory planning, procurement, sourcing and service delivery, TVS compared to the baseline model. The helicopter is equipped with the pristine blue waters of the Andaman Logistics developed unique solutions catering to requirements of modern the VK-2500PS-03 engines (a civilian version of engines installed Sea. Marine Commandos of the Indian Navy defence forces backed up by state of the art IT platforms to ensure higher on Mi-28 combat helicopters) with the digital control system. A have demonstrated a small team insertion rates of asset utilization, the increased visibility and control. new rotor system is one of the main distinguishing features of and extraction technique as they launched Global defence companies support the ‘Make In India’ indigenization the Mi-171A2 helicopter compared to Mi-8/17 helicopters. The an attack on a dummy oil rig. Milan 2018 has effort, and TVS Logistics is well placed to support these companies in helicopter has a more effective X-type antitorque rotor and a new culminated with Passage Exercise at sea by all providing world class procurement, inventory management and logistics main rotor with all-composite blades with the improved airframe participating naval ships. solutions to ensure delivery of services to Indian Defence establishment. configuration. 66 67 MKU Showcases its PBS Unveils New UAV Electro-Optical Capabilities Turbine Engines

rests with MKU. MKU is about to waterproof, ultra-light weight invest heavily into manufacturing compact surveillance and of sensor technologies within observation device. The device India for Image Intensifier and can be used as helmet-mounted, Thermal Imaging based devices, head-mounted, weapon PBS turbojet engines have proven to be with the end objective being to mounted, camera mounted and efficient propulsion units in hundreds of indigenously develop and design can also be hand-held. aerial targets, UAV and UCAV systems and Fusion and Laser based devices MKU’s progression in field piloted micro jets, mainly in France, Germany, within India. of electro-optics, especially China, Russia, Spain, UAE, USA, and other MKU’s NETRO range of thermal imaging technology countries. PBS jet engines are known for their advanced, compact, lightweight helps armed forces respond and excellent power-to-weight ratio, compact and rugged night vision devices carry out missions faster than design, reliable operation, low fuel and oil based on image intensification ever before. Sensor technology consumption together with starting at high technology assist soldiers to stay rich thermal imaging device by altitudes and at high speeds. ahead in harsh conditions by MKU detect minute differences PBS is also a manufacturer of turboprop KU, which has always in 2012 MKU ventured out offering crucial vantage points in heat to produce images and turboshaft engines designed for MALE endeavoured in into manufacturing of Electro even in pitch darkness. NETRO without the need of any visible UAVs, unmanned helicopters and small Mbringing newer Optical range of devices for NC-3000 is a 3rd generation night light. MKU’s NETRO TW-4000 is experimental aircraft. The PBS TP100 and state of the art cutting edge the defence and paramilitary vision bi-ocular that comes with a sighting device equipped with TS100 develop max. power of 180 kW. latest defence technologies, forces of the country. It started image intensifier tube of highest high resolution thermal imaging Low weight, small installation dimensions, showcases its latest Electro by indigenously developing quality available. It is a high camera and in-built system for extended intervals between overhauls (TBO) Optical devices at booth No. 2.1 and designing 3rd generation performance, water-resistant IP marking range. NETRO TW-4000 and high efficiency at high altitudes are in Hall 4, DefExpo 2018. MKU Image Intensifier technology- 68 bi-ocular that is lightweight is MIL STD 1913 compliant and PBS TJ150 the competitive advantages of PBS turbine has realised the growing need based hand held and weapon and efficient. can be mounted on a range of engines. They are able to achieve flight levels of modernizing army with latest mountable devices. These NETRO NM-3000 is a arms, varying from small arms to PBS Velka Bites is launching two new UAV The newly developed engine PBS TJ150 is of 9,000 m with a maximum starting height of trends in technology way ahead devices give the combat edge multifunctional night vision heavier weapons as well. Turbine Engines. With its in-house expertise based on the most commercially successful 6,000 m. in time and started charting out to the soldiers under severe low monocular, which is rugged, in design, development, production and model PBS TJ100 turbojet engine (1,300 N Auxiliary Power Units (APU) which are used its course in the direction by light conditions when visibility is testing, the PBS continually works on a new thrust). It is a single-shaft engine composed all around the world, both in defence and diligently studying international near zero to detect, identify and engine development in order to meet missile by a starter generator integrated in the civil airplanes and helicopters is also one of trends and scoping out latest recognise potential threats. and UAV market requirements. This year, the radial compressor impeller, one axial turbine, the main product lines of PBS. They operate technologies in “Force Multiplier” With the government’s strong company is finalizing the development of autonomous oil system and digital control as air generators for starting systems and as domains that play a very critical emphasis on Make in India new turbojet engines PBS TJ150 and PBS TJ80. system. Almost 800 units have been delivered emergency power and hydraulic sources. and important role in increasing initiative; MKU has established Weighing 19.6 kg and with a diameter of to customers globally. Their main advantages are simultaneous the lethality & survivability state of the art manufacturing 272 mm, the PBS TJ150 engine offers 1,500 Another new product form PBS is the supply of electric power and compressed air, quotients of the soldiers in and R&D facility at Kanpur N thrust. It features an integrated starter- TJ80 Turbojet Engine. The main features of continuous operation for up to 6 hours, long combat theatres. which is JS5555 & MIL STD 810G generator with 600 W electrical power output TJ80 are compact design, electric starting service life and ability to start and operate in Electro Optical devices are certified and is compliant with and is controlled through full-authority digital system, excellent thrust-to-weight ratio, low altitudes of up to 6,000 m. undoubtedly vital force multiplier host of other statutory quality system FADEC. The engine can operate at a fuel consumption, control system (FADEC), PBS holds important EASA certificates tool whose importance has been and operational standards. In speed of up to 0.9 M, ambient temperature of possibility of ground and in-flight restart etc. for aerospace products according to realized by armies all over the line with IDDM initiative of the -50 °C to +45 °C and altitudes of up to 9,000 It delivers a maximum thrust of 900 N and has Part 21, Section A, Subpart J, G including world. Having established its government, MKUs’ EO range of m. It has an ability of ground and in-flight a maximum engine speed of 58000 RPM. Up Design Organisation Approval (DOA), international footprint and core devices have more than 50% of restart of up to 4,000 m with maximum speed to a range of 10000 m, TJ80 has a maximum Production Organization Approval (POA) and competency in Personal and indigenous content. Entire IPR of 0.6 M. speed of 0.9 M. Maintenance Organization Approval (MOA). platform protection domains, ownership of its range of devices

PBS TJ80 PBS TP100 68 69 Furthering Aerospace Research The Centre for Aerospace Research has been actively involving in projects from various funding agencies viz. DRDO, CSIR, GIL and other State Government Departments. CASR has been making several pathbreaking achievements in unmanned systems sector. The UAVs developed under earlier and recent programmes are being used extensively for various civil applications viz Security, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Detection, Crowd Monitoring, Traffic Control, and Photogrammetric Mapping, says Dr. Senthil Kumar, Director, CASR. He talks about the various initiatives by CASR and MIT in aerospace research and UAV development. Dr. Senthil Kumar Director, CASR.

Could you talk about the various initiatives public safety and rescue operations with footages. of Centre for Aerospace Research (CASR), real-time video and stable, high-resolution Anna University? imagery. The short-range tactical rotor craft What are the various academic programmes Tethercopter being displayed at CSAR Stall, Aero India 2017 system’s is easy to launch and recover in by the Department of Aerospace Engineering, The Centre for Aerospace Research (CASR) almost any harsh environment. It is highly MIT to nurture aerospace research? Laboratories and software companies. Tethercopter? What are the latest updates? and the system is capable of flying for about was established in the year 2001 in Madras tolerant of sustained winds and wind gusts, The Department of Aerospace Engineering In a separate programme funded by 3 to 4 hours at an altitude of 100 meters. Institute of Technology (MIT) Campus. The thereby achieving stable aerial imagery was established in the year 1949 at MIT Our UG programme focuses on providing the Govt. of Tamil Nadu, the Police Force Centre for Aerospace Research has been through an advanced onboard control Campus, was the first department to offer intensive training in solving problems, is carrying out Security, Surveillance, Having specialised in drones, what is actively involving in projects from various system. Video imagery is transmitted to an undergraduate (UG) programme in designing aircraft, hands – on laboratory Reconnaissance, Detection, Crowd your opinion about the UAV market and its funding agencies viz. DRDO, CSIR, GIL and the handheld ground control station and Aeronautical Engineering in India. The exercises, working on the problems of Monitoring and Traffic Control etc utilising applications in India? other State Government Departments. distributed to decision makers for real-time department has been leading the way in National Laboratories etc. The notable the drones developed by CASR. Recently, the India offers huge market for aerospace Students and faculty members of MIT and viewing. propelling indigenous research in aerospace Alumni of the Department are Dr. APJ same drone has been used for crowd control. sector as a major consumer as well as College of Engineering, Guindy were involved field through the competent and qualified Abdul Kalam, Former President of India, Dr. The elite Commando Force / STF of the Tamil manufacturing. Indian entrepreneurs and in the design, development and integration Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) and faculty with highly sophisticated laboratory R N Agarwal, Former Programme Director, Nadu Police has used the same system for industrial units are, now, strongly graduating of ANUSAT, the Microsatellite, successfully CASR have made several pathbreaking facilities. The department runs full-time AGNI, Dr. M Ganapthy, Vice president, Tech insurgency operations recently. and penetrating the aerospace supply launched aboard a PSLV-CA designated achievements in unmanned systems sector. and part-time UG and PG programmes. The Mahindra, Dr. K Sivan, Chairman Indian The centre has commenced a new chain. Indian UAV Market is projected to PSLV-C12, in April 2009. ANUSAT was a cube Could you talk about it? department also offers MS (By research) Space Research Organisation etc. We have development activity towards tethered UAVs record $421 Million by 2021. Expected with 600-millimetre (24 in) long sides, and a CASR has designed and developed Fixed and PhD research programs in various areas collaboration in the field of research and for long endurance operations. The tether is introduction of regulation by DGCA would mass of 34 kilograms. Wing and Rotary Wing UAVs (Quadrotor) related to Aerospace Engineering. development with United Kingdom, China, a cable which is connected to the UAV from promote its penetration in civil commercial The second major programme handled for various utilities. Recently, the Centre has The program DMIT (Aeronautical United States of America, Canada etc. the ground to provide the required power market applications, retail and hospitality by CASR was to set up a High Temperature developed a Hexarotor unit powered by a Engineering) was started in the year 1949 for running the electrical motors. It would application sectors. India tops the list Material Characterization facility to know tether cable and gasoline powered Heli UAV. with B.sc (Maths / Physics/ Chemistry) as the Recently, during the Theni wildfire, you greatly increase the flight time of the UAV of drone-importing nations with 22.5% about the material properties and material The team has mastered the type of small eligible qualification and Anna University was have led a team of scientists and deployed which in most designs is limited by the UAVs share in world UAV import. Conversely, in behaviour for design of Aerospace Systems. drones that could be deployed for civilian established in the year 1978 with MIT as one drones to help guide rescuers to the people battery life. Additionally, a cable that could the coming years, India is planning to rely This was principally an R & D Research purpose. The system has been used to of its constituent colleges. From that year the stuck in the forest. Please talk more about transmit data from the UAV to the ground comprehensively on its homeland domestic principal activity which centred around locate people during natural disasters using Degree was awarded as B.Tech (Aeronautical the role of MIT drones during the incident? control station will be a great improvement production of UAS/UAVs under Defence Material Characterisation Experiments, thermal camera which can sense temperature Engineering). Number of sorties of UAVs were flown in and this could probably increase the rate Offset clause & “Make in India” policy to gain Database generation and Thermo structural variation and track the location of the body. Now, the four-year B.E. Aeronautical search of trapped trekkers if any, so that at which UAV could transfer data as well as business deals for the Indian public & private analysis. Material characterization is being It can also capture high quality visuals of Engineering curriculum is designed and their positional details can be provided to solve any problems with accessing the data sector companies. carried out by various research laboratories inaccessible terrain using HD camera. made to make the students understand the the rescue team for their rescue operation. the UAV collects. India is expected to emerge as the world’s and research scholars of Anna University. In The Revenue Department of the State concepts in various areas of Aeronautics. The efforts were fully appreciated by the In a real Defence scenario, a tethered third largest aviation market by 2020 and the 2016, Govt. of Tamil Nadu has accorded CASR Government has used the UAVs developed The curriculum deals with essential subjects Government Authorities. UAV can be used as a Virtual Mast towards global OEMs in Aerospace and Defence have for the “Design and Development of UAV for by CASR in various districts of Tamil Nadu like Mathematics, Science, and courses enhancing the communication range of a very strong supplier network in India. So, Societal Applications” based on the earlier for monitoring the crop health towards of Aeronautical Engineering including The UAV Tethercopter has won several tele-command and telemetry signals in the there is a huge potential to employ trained efforts put in by the Centre. providing insurance coverage caused due technical electives and management related accolades at various expos and has even difficult terrains. Such an activity is also on professionals passing out from the major CASR has successfully designed developed to natural calamities. The UAV has also been courses. After graduation, many students caught the attention of the IAF. Could the anvil. Sufficient flight testing has been academic institutions. and tested the DHAKSHA- Mini Unmanned used for survey of granite quarries where get placement in various organizations such you talk about the unique features of carried out on the above tethered vehicle Aircraft System (UAS), which provided the illegal granite quarrying by recording aerial as DRDL, ADA, HAL, ADE, ISRO, Research 70 71 Krasny - In pursuit of New Kamal Nayan’s ‘U-Safe’ Assures Horizons in Defence Safety in Water Krasny Defence Technologies Private Limited has expanded its services to the Indian armed forces through various collaborations with both Russian entities, for services to the Navy, and Western entities for services to the Coast Guard. Krasny is entering into MoU partnership with JSC Ltd., in the private sector aimed at providing frontline product support and Concern MORINFORMSYSTEM-AGAT which undertake turnkey modernization for ‘Orion family of Gas Turbine Control Systems installed on board 1241RE class of missile boats of the Indian Navy. has received licence for military export. The formation of the first ever Indo-Russian JV in the private sector with Russian amal Nayan Marketing Associates This may be a game changer for Krasny. Govt. company, Concern Avrora Corporation in July 2001 was a milestone. The JV was Pvt. Ltd, a Company incorporated subsequently instrumental in supplying high technology control systems for India’s Kin 2003 by a team of young and Services, Naval Dockyards and maintenance. It is also the first prestigious stealth frigate Project–P17 as also the indigenously built Large Landing Craft of dynamic professionals, is offering U-Safe, Merchant Marine. Following company in the country formed the Indian Navy. Creation of Rosoboronservice (India) Ltd., an Indo-Russian Joint Venture remote-controlled buoy as a lifesaving its unique policy of harnessing under the ‘SEMFEX Scheme’ [JV] company incorporated in April 2005 under a Presidential Decree of the Government equipment out in the waters. U-Safe will be the core competence of ex- [Self Employment Scheme for of Russian Federation with 7 Russian OEMs and Rosoboronsexport as partners for one of the highlights of Kamal Nayan’s stall servicemen and adopting the Ex-servicemen] with a business providing the complete after sales service support for Russian equipment in service with (6.5.11 & 6.5.12) at the DefExpo, Chennai. time-tested HR management model of “harnessing the the Indian Armed Forces, was undoubtedly one of its kind of achievement of Krasny. U-SAFE is a self-propelled, buoy capable principles and practices, the unutilized core competence Winds of change began to blow in ‘after sales support from Russia’, ever since more and of working in any position and under the company is progressing on of ex- servicemen” to service more enterprises received the authority for direct foreign economic activity in military most adverse conditions in water. It can its singular business focus the highly technical naval purpose products (MPP) wherein they no longer need to operate through Rosoboronexport. be launched from Land, Ship or Aircraft, of self-reliance in defence equipment. With the turnkey JSC Agat, one of the giant “Concerns” with a history of over 70 years is one amongst them. making it ideal Search & Rescue Units equipment maintenance. The refit of Indian Coast Guard Ship JSC Agat is a leader in Fire Control Systems, Combat Information Control Systems and (NDRF), Large Merchant Ships & Cruises, Service Support Portfolio of the Vivek in 1995, Krasny became Computer Aided Integrated Ship Management Systems. Krasny has entered into a partnership Naval Ships, Coast guard, Oil Offshore Dr. V G Jayaprakasan Chairman & Managing Director companies comprises of ship the frontrunner among the agreement with JSC Agat to synergize and enhance the after sales support from JSC Agat. Platforms, Leisure Venues etc. U-Safe was refits & repairs, electronic repairs, private sector ship repair Recently, Krasny has been an active participant in the “Society of Indian Defence designed by Noras Performance in Portugal. ith over two decades its business horizons in India’s outfitting of new ships, turnkey yards. In 1998, Krasny created Manufacturers (SIDM) sponsored, Military – Industrial Conference (MIC) being one amongst The buoy has received the approval of the of excellence in the defence sector. The company services to OEMs, design support, the first Indo-Ukrainian Joint the firms identified and approved for collaboration with Russian OEMs, to enabling the Portuguese Life Saving Institute and has Wfield of defence is a three-dimensional services logistic support (Supply of MIL Venture in India, Yugsudo Russian OEMs in enhancing after sales service and exploring joint manufacturing of spares. been patented in 68 countries. enterprise grade components, Russian Engineering Services Pvt. Over the past five years, Krasny has been supporting the Indian Army for the upkeep of Kamal Nayan Marketing Associates Pvt. engaged in origin spares & its Tunguska Systems (ex-Russian Federation) besides offering Indigenous solutions for Ltd. is a ISO 9001-2015, ISO 14001-2015 & rendering technical components, obsolescence for a few other systems. Parallelly, the company has also been undertaking ISO 27001-2013 certified company which is maintenance and connectors, etc.) rate repair contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. for avionics of MIG series aircraft. registered with the Ministry of Defence and logistic support and after sales Today, spearheading as a leader in the field of defence equipment and ship maintenance various other Government organizations. for the equipment service support. in the country, Krasny Defence is in pursuit of further opportunities in defence sector or systems of the Krasny has over 36 to consolidate the basket of customised service support for the three services. Indian Navy, Naval wholesome refits Aviation and the to its credit, all Indian Coast Guard. done before time. With its moto All these have “Serving to Grow & been achieved Growing to Serve”, without having its Krasny is today the own dry dock. This most preferred disadvantage is ship repair yard for being addressed the Indian Coast by tie-up with Guard, successfully other shipyards undertaking along the Western Naveen Jayaprakasan Electrical & and Eastern Coast. Joint Managing Director Electronic packages, Established in Emergency Dry 1995, Krasny is equipment maintenance, Krasny Dockings and wholesome the first private Defence Technologies Pvt. refits of ICG vessels. sector initiative Ltd. (formerly Krasny Marine Krasny is manned and managed in the field of Cmde. Sankaran Mampully, NM, VSM (Retd.), Services Pvt. Ltd.) is expanding by technocrats of ex-Defence defence equipment Director (Operations & Business Development) 72 73 special attention to restorative maintenance, including the replacement of the electronic componentry, and the upgrade of the Osa- Almaz-Antey Displays AKM SAM system to Osa-AKM1 standard and the Tunguska SAM/AAA system to the Tunguska-M1 version. “Our participation Advanced Defence Products in the show is aimed at bolstering the corporation’s image of a reliable supplier of defence products and at wooing potential customers from Southeast Asia,” he said. According to Dzirkaln, the corporation’s staff are about to hold meetings and talks with officials and business people in India and other nations, attending the show, to find potential customers for military and dual- use products, including spares, air defence certification, maintenance, repair, upgrade and disposal services and the training of customers’ personnel in these services.

Ten subsidiaries of the Almaz-Antey The range of products on display includes displays missiles equipping the Club-S and Corporation, the Russian Defence and ground-based and naval surface-to-air missile Club-N integrated missile systems and Aerospace major, display its products at the (SAM) systems, such as the S-400 Triumph, airspace surveillance radars. DefExpo 2018 arms show. A 150-sq.m display S-300VM Antei-2500, Tor-M2E, Tor-M2K, General Vyacheslav Dzirkaln, Deputy area accommodates mock-ups and models of Tor-M2KM, Buk-M2E, Osa-AKM1, Rif-M and Director, Almaz-Antey, who is in charge of the the defence products in demand with Asia- Shtil-1 and the Tungusla-M1 SAM/antiaircraft company’s export business, has said that the Pacific countries. artillery (AAA) system. Almaz Antey also Russian companies put emphasise on their Govt. Begins Procurement of Rifles and LMGs

an estimated Rs 5,366 Crores. The RFPs have been issued to selected foreign armament companies and delivery of the weapons is expected to take place in three to 12 months. According to the strict timelines of Defence Procurement Procedure for the FTP, in order to ensure that the actual contract after technical and commercial evaluation is inked within a year, the RFP has to be issued within 10 days of a case being cleared by the Defence Acquisitions Council (DAC). The procurement will be a great relief for the army which has been facing severe shortage of infantry firepower. In the past few months, the DAC, chaired by the Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has cleared a series of procurement proposal for all the three services, but are yet to be started. The FTP route is only for limited numbers of he infantry soldiers deployed on the borders with China and weapons due to critical operational necessity. For instance, the overall Pakistan will soon get new arms, as the government has finally requirement is for 8.16 lakh new 7.62x51mm calibre assault rifles to Tstarted the procurement of a small number of new assault replace the existing glitch-prone 5.56mm INSAS (Indian small arms rifles, light machine guns and close quarter battle carbines, under the system) rifles. Similarly, the numbers are 4.58 lakh for close-quarter fast-track procedure (FTP). According to Defence Ministry sources, the battle carbines (5.56 x 45mm) and 43,544 for light machine guns initial tenders or Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for 72,400 assault rifles, (7.62x51mm). While the bulk of the weapons are meant for the infantry, 93,895 CQB carbines and 16,479 light machine guns, will together cost some have been earmarked for the Navy and IAF also. 74 75 of pre-outfitted modules/ blocks with and ‘Karanj’ have been launched. Kalvari website and has the details of various items/ Deterring India’s Maritime Threats equipment, systems, piping, vent trunking, is commissioned in Dec 2017. Khanderi is equipment required to be indigenized, their etc installed in required place inside the well- undergoing rigorous trials and tests to certify SOTRs, indigenization process and the contact Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) stands committed defined fabricated hull & structural blocks, in each system to its fullest capacity. The same details of nodal officer were uploaded. This to all its customers to deliver the best quality warships within workshops itself and thereafter integration/ would eventually lead to commissioning of resulted in several firms approaching MDL to the stipulated timelines and cost-lines with the introduction of buttoning up at the slipway or dry-dock, as the boat into the Indian Navy by end 2018. undertake indigenous development of items the latest modular concept of manufacturing technique. MDL the case may be. The IC concept also provides listed in the Website. At present a total of 42 has so far successfully delivered 850 plus vessels to domestic flexibility in outsourcing of various modules/ What are the indigenisation efforts taken by items have been listed for Indigenization blocks for parallel fabrication/construction MDL in line with the government’s ‘Make in in MDL Website under MDL Make-in-India as well as international customers in the past. To further boost elsewhere besides being done in the single/ India’ programme? Webpage. and strengthen the indigenisation efforts and give impetus to same shipbuilding yard. To further boost and strengthen the Plan Make-in-India, MDL has also drawn-up a clear Road Map for P17A has a design deep displacement indigenisation effort to provide focused • Expand MDL’s Role in Process Indigenisation which is a part of MDL’s Long-Term Perspective of 6400 tonnes and cruising speed of 18 impetus to the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of Indigenisation of warships Plan that charts the course of the Shipyard over the next 15 knots and maximum speed of 30 knots. The of “Make-in-India, MDL has also drawn-up • Indigenisation Team formed years, and it is in sync with the Navy’s 15 Year Indigenisation new design ships are planned to be built a clear Road Map for Indigenisation which to coordinate with IHQ-MoD(N) Plan (2008-22), says Commodore Rakesh Anand, (IN Retd), using modern technology of ‘integrated is a part of MDL’s Long-Term Perspective • Assist Navy in Identification CMD, MDL. While speaking with Aeromag, Cmde Anand sheds construction’, which involves extensive Plan that charts the course of the Shipyard of Equipment to be Indigenised light onto MDL’s latest operations and indigenization efforts. pre-outfitting of about 60-70% at the block over the next 15 years. The Indigenisation for submarines stage itself to reduce build periods and for Road Map which is in sync with the Navy’s • Progressive Planned Increase of Commodore Rakesh Anand, (IN Retd) enhancing quality of workmanship. 15 Year Indigenisation Plan (2008-22) spells Indigenous Content of submarines CMD, MDL • 6 Scorpene Class Stealth out in detail MDL’s efforts to encourage • Submarines- indigenisation, provides a flow chart • Strategy Could you talk briefly about how does MDL, MDL has also chalked out its international (CAS) and Submarine Section Assembly (SSA) The Scorpene class submarines are being depicting the entire process of indigenisation • Acquire Critical Technologies being India’s leading shipyard, contribute marketing strategy for export of its workshop with an investment of approx. Rs built in collaboration with NAVAL GROUP, NG and includes a list of Systems/Equipment/ • Entering into Joint Ventures (JVs) to strengthening the nation’s maritime products in the defence sector which shall 1000 Cr. in anticipation of future submarine (earlier DCNS) France. These incorporate the Items along with necessary technical details • Improvement InTechnology capabilities? be customized to the requirements of the orders including P 75-I project. very latest in naval technology. At the heart that MDL intends to indigenise in future. Received through ToT MDL has built two SSK (Hunter Killer) customer from potential countries which • With rich experience of skilled of the submarine is the SUBTICS integrated MDL has set-up a dedicated Department of Submarines & Medium Refit cum Up- is being pursued aggressively. MDL also & trained manpower for conventional combat system, a highly computerized Indigenization in Oct 2015, with duties and MDL is also involved in building rigs and gradation of four SSK Submarines for Indian stands committed to all its customers to submarine building and ready availability central management system, which responsibility as under: - other offshore platforms as well as passenger Navy. MDL is the only shipyard in India which deliver the best quality warships within the of infrastructure, MDL is looking forward for orchestrates the use of the submarine sensors (a) Develop Indigenous Vendors and merchant ships. Could you shed more constructs conventional submarines. stipulated timelines and cost lines with the construction of additional submarines of and weapons. Submarine building facilities for Items/Equipment that continue to be light onto the latest developments in this MDL delivered Kalvari, the 1st Boat of introduction of the latest modular concept of Project-75 as well as P 75-I project. are augmented to meet the punishing Imported regard? scorpene class on 21 Sep ’17 which was manufacturing technique. schedules and stringent quality specifications (b) Develop Additional Vendors for MDL has built majority of the offshore oil successfully commissioned on 14 Dec ’17. MDL shall be displaying information on Could you provide some details about the of these boats. Construction of the first of six items/Equipment where there is only one exploration platforms such as jackets, rigs, Boat 2 ‘Khanderi’ was launched on 12 Jan ’17 various products both in the Defence ranging frigates, corvettes and destroyers now being boats commenced on 14th December 2006, source OR performance is not up to the mark. process platforms and Multi Support vessels & currently sea trials are in progress and will from Missile boats, Corvettes, Frigates, built at the shipyard for the Indian Navy? and the following boats taken up in quick (c) Explore Import Substitute for critical for ONGC. But presently, MDL’s focus is on be delivered to Indian Navy post completion Destroyers, Submarine etc and Multi support Present the following platforms are being succession ND are being simultaneously items. fulfilment of Indian Navy’s requirement. of extensive trials. Boat 3 ‘Karanj’ was also vessel etc. in the Commercial sector etc. MDL built at MDL: constructed with the guidance from NG, the MDL has also created a separate “Make- Hence, no such projects are currently taken successfully launched on 31 Jan ’18 & trials are has so far successfully delivered 850 plus • 4 Missile Guided Stealth Destroyers French collaborator. in-India” Webpage in MDL website that is up. However, export orders in different in progress. Boat 4, 5 & 6 are at various stages vessels to domestic as well as international (P15B) The first three boats ‘Kalvari’, ‘Khanderi’, linked to MoD’s makeinindiadefence.com segments are being considered. of outfitting. customers in the past. Efforts made to P15B-Missile Destroyers are warships with All these submarines will boost the maritime indigenise several items will also be on the latest weapons & sensor package. Under this capability of Indian Navy & deter the threat display. project, MDL will build four Destroyers and from adversaries. deliveries are expected to be between 2020 Recently MDL has launched the third to 2024. First ship of the class is launched on How does MDL look at DefExpo 2018 as a Scorpene submarine, Karanj, built for Indian 20 April 2015 and the second on 17 Sep 2016. platform to showcase its best capabilities and Navy. Could you talk more about the updates P15B ships have displacement of 7300 T and technologies? What all are there on display at on Scorpene project? maximum speed of 31-32 knots. The vessel the expo? • Boat 3 ‘Karanj’ was successfully is equipped with Surface to Surface Missiles, Apart from displaying the Ships and launched on 31 Jan ’18 & currently Harbour Surface to Air Missiles, Anti-Submarine Submarine models, MDL will be showcasing Acceptance Trials are in progress. launchers. This vessel is also fitted with Multi- its best capabilities and technologies as the • Boat 4, 5 & 6 are at advance stages Mission Radar for surveillance along with only lead shipyard capable of manufacturing of outfitting & all efforts are being made to medium range Air/surface surveillance radar one of the biggest Destroyers, Frigates and deliver submarines with a gap of one year and other advanced electronic warfare and Submarines which has been built within between boats. decoys. the country and delivered in the past to its • Pressure hull fabrication of 06 Boats • 4 Sleek Stealth Frigates (P17A) customers mainly the Indian Navy along of Scorpene project has been completed & Project P17A differs in the very concept with the latest projects in currently in these facilities are lying idle since Dec ’12 due of shipbuilding by way of adoption of progress to be delivered in the future. Focus to lack of further submarine orders. the modern technology of ‘Integrated will also be laid down on indigenisation of • Further, outfitting activities of Construction (IC) Concept’. The IC concept, items/equipment under the Make in India balance Boats is also nearing completion and which is based on innovative build strategy campaign of the Government and promote hence associated facilities are underutilized. and respective build plans for each ship, manufacturing of imported items in India. • MDL has augmented infrastructure primarily focuses to reduce the overall build Viz. New Wet basin, Cradle Assembly Shop period. The IC concept involves construction 76 77 GSL Aims at Absolute Indigenization Exploring Potential in

Could you talk about the major GRP composite hull for MCMVs. achievements of GSL recently? Since there are only two technology Aerospace Domain GSL has delivered more than 20 ships providers in the world for required in last 04 years including 09 OPVs, 02 niche technology of MCMVs, there were BEML Limited, a Miniratna Category-I and BEML’s nationwide network FPVs, 11 FIBs, 02 1000T fuel Barges and certain commercial issues faced during Company under the Ministry of of Sales Offices enables buyers to 02 Damage Control Simulators which negotiations. To overcome that EOI has Defence, has forayed into aerospace access its wide range of products. together amounts to 32000 tonnes of already been reissued seeking transfer of domain in pursuit of untapped The Company’s Site Engineers ensure shipbuilding. This is the highest in the MCMV technology and expect to move potential in aerospace domain. BEML higher availability of machines shipbuilding industry, with the unique forward rapidly. The project involves is a multi-technology company through prompt after-sales-services. distinction of attaining all deliveries prior considerable planning, finalization of offering high quality productsAlso, BEML’s full-fledged Service contractual schedule. In today’s time, build strategy, positioning of resources for diverse sectors of economy Centres and Parts Depots offer total when majority of the Indian Shipyards are before start of Project and we will be such as Defence, Aerospace, Coal, equipment care, thus ensuring struggling with ‘time’ and ‘cost’ overruns, ready to start construction immediately Mining, Steel, Irrigation, limestone, customer satisfaction. GSL has stood out with timely delivery of on conclusion of ToT agreement and PNC Construction, Metro & Railways, Being India’s leading Defence all Projects at ‘fixed costs’. with Govt. through its three business verticals equipment manufacturer, BEML The Shipyard has recently completed viz., Defence, Mining & Construction Limited keeps the Indian Army and Coast Guard Advanced Offshore Patrol GSL has been a major supplier of vessels and Rail & Metro. other defence forces abreast with Vessel Project (AOPV) involving six ships, to the Indian Navy (IN) and Coast Guard. The Company has state-of-the- advanced military equipment. The the most successful Project in the Indian Could you give the details of vessels under art manufacturing facilities at Kolar company manufactures variants of Shipbuilding Industry. All six ships have construction at GSL? Gold Fields, , Bangalore and vehicle for all terrain operations been delivered within a short span of Considering the major success of , all possessing ISO 9001-2000 including Bridge Layer, Field Artillery two years with interval of five months recently completed 06 CG OPV Project series certifications. All these units Tractor, Medium & Heavy Recovery between delivery of two successive ships. for the Indian Coast Guard and superior have sophisticated facilities like CNC Vehicle, Pontoon Mainstream Bridge The Project also saw the ‘build period’ of performance of GSL constructed OPVs, machines, hi-tech welding equipment Systems, Mobile Vehicle, etc. RAdm Shekhar Mital, NM, In.(Retd), 2400-ton Advanced OPVs being reduced Indian Coast Guard has placed an order and flexible manufacturing systems BEML also Supplies Engineering CMD, Goa Shipyard to 36 months from 67 months taken on GSL for 05 follow-on ships. The to turnout cutting edge technology Mine Ploughs, Tank Transportation earlier for last OPVs built by GSL. construction activities for the same have products. Continuous modernization Trailers, Armoured Recovery Vehicle Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) is On the financial front, the company commenced in Mar 16 and the ships are D K Hota of manufacturing facilities enables (ARV), Armoured Repair & Recovery has been recording impressive growth scheduled to be delivered in 2020/21. Chairman & Managing Director,BEML BEML to deliver world class products Vehicle (ARRV), Mil-rail Coaches and always on the lookout to get most Year on Year. For the Financial Year 2017- For Indian Navy, we are constructing advanced and niche shipbuilding 18, we have recorded a VoP at Rs 1361, a four 1000-ton fuel barges, out of which technology to India through threefold jump in the last three years and two have already been delivered 11 FIBs and 02 FPVs to Mauritius, and a Damage Control Simulator to such as ASW Shallow Water Crafts, Corvettes, Mini frigates, Training this year’s VoP being the highest ever in prior contractual delivery schedule. Myanmar. These projects again were delivered ahead of schedule and Ships, Interceptor crafts, etc in our inventory. We are the first Indian collaboration/ ToT. You will the history of GSL. The PBT has increased Remaining two are in advanced stages superior build quality led to accolades at the highest levels. The two shipyard to have an in-house R&D unit recognized by the Department shortly be hearing a lot from us about 4.5 times from (-)63 Crores in FY of construction and likely to be delivered Sri Lankan OPVs are the biggest warships to be exported from India of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Government of India in regarding our initiatives towards 13-14 to Rs 305 Crore. Year after year, the much before schedule. and largest in the Sri Lankan Fleet. Share of exports in VoP in the last 2014. Shipyard has been reporting highest financial year 16-17 was 40% at approx Rs 400 Crore and for FY 17- Another major initiative was adoption of “Purchase Preference indigenization and ‘Make in India’ operating profit in the industry. Apart from MCMV, what are the other 18 and it is likely to be Rs 550 Crore. With these figures, the Shipyard Policy’ in favour of indigenous equipment manufacturers in 2014. The to bridge the technology gap. vessels planned to be built at GSL? has emerged as the largest exporter of defence ships from India and government has recently promulgated a similar purchase preference Increased indigenous content Recently GSL has announced its plan to GSL has been entrusted with poised to build upon it further in the coming future. Based on export policy. Similarly, we were the first to propose construction of MCMVs build minesweeper vessels with stealth construction of Two Advanced Missile performance, the Shipyard was given RM’s award for ‘Best performing in India under ‘Make in India’ program and has been accorded DAC onboard ships constructed at GSL features for the first time in India. Could Frigates for the Indian Navy under ToT in export amongst all DPSUs’ for FY 14-15. GSL is pursuing talks with sanction in Feb 15. We have identified various imported products, such has been and will be the focus you elaborate on it? with Russia. The first two ships of the class various countries for improving our performance in exports. as gearbox, heli grid, steering and stabilizer, water proof doors, steel areas of GSL in the times to come. GSL is slated to execute the highly will be constructed at Russia and the next plates etc. and are being sourced locally for new projects. We have also prestigious Major Import Substitute two will be constructed at GSL under ToT. Could you shed more light onto GSL’s indigenization efforts in line collaborated with various renowned OEMs such as Nevskoe Design Having touched 70% indigenous Project for construction of 12 Mine The PNC for the Project is in advanced with ‘Make in India’ programme? Bureau- Russia, DAMEN Shipyard-Netherland, DCNS &Wartsila- France content on GSL OPVs, I am hopeful Counter Measure Vessels (MCMVs) for stage of conclusion and preparatory Apart from major import substitute projects under ‘Make in India’ for etc to make inroads into niche technologies and reduce dependence that day is not far when we will the Indian Navy. Towards indigenous activities are in full swing to commence MCMVs and Advanced Missile Frigates, GSL has collaborated with M/s on foreign OEMs. construction of these vessels, we have to construction by 2020/21. This Project Griffon Hover works Limited (GHL), UK, a key player in hovercraft design Increased indigenous content onboard ships constructed at GSL has have 100% indigenous content, put majority of infrastructure, expertise will aid in consolidating our position in who continuously invests in research and product development to been and will be the focus areas of GSL in the times to come. Having says RAdm Shekhar Mital, NM, and planning into place to be able to construction of large weapon intensive offer the very latest in hovercraft technology. An agreement with GHL touched 70% indigenous content on GSL OPVs, I am hopeful that day In.(Retd), CMD, Goa Shipyard Ltd. start construction of the MCMVs by 2019. platforms. was concluded in Dec 14 towards inflicting indigenous production of is not far when we will have 100% indigenous content. The requisite infrastructure is almost Hovercraft in India for Indian Army and Coast Guard for two classes of The Shipyard is always on the lookout to get most advanced and In an interview with Aeromag, he complete with balance 15 to 20% likely Could you share GSL’s performance in hovercraft design. GSL has already developed expertise and erected niche shipbuilding technology to India through collaboration/ ToT. You talks about GSL’s latest operations to be completed by 2019-20. The Phase exports? requisite infrastructure for the indigenous construction of Hovercrafts will shortly be hearing a lot from us regarding our initiatives towards and aim of achieving absolute 3A was inaugurated by the Prime Minister GSL has made significant inroads into at GSL and presently pursuing vigorously with potential customers. indigenization and ‘Make in India’ to bridge the technology gap. on 13 Nov 2016. Post completion of global market with export of diverse Ship design is one of the thrust areas of GSL, where 100% self- GSL is presently on a very sound footing and with excellent track indigenization in shipbuilding. MCMV infrastructure, GSL would be the vessels to Indian Ocean Region (IOR) reliance has been achieved. We design and build one of the best Patrol record of deliveries and build Quality, the Shipyard is determined to only Shipyard in India to be armed with countries. In the last three years alone, Vessels in the world in terms of quality, fuel efficiency, ergonomic continue its exponential growth and provide Quality indigenous specialised construction technology of it has delivered 02 OPVs to Sri Lanka, design and optimum cost. We also have designs of few future vessels solutions to our maritime security agencies. 78 79 LMW: Legacy and Capabilities in Defence Manufacturing

LMW MTD has developed its indigenous research capabilities with focus and dedication. In the hugely segmented Indian market for CNC machines, where many established and emerging companies vie for a market share, LMW occupies a special place in the country because of its quality, reliability, easiest-to-use machines range, best value for money and responsive customer support. Today, LMW MTD makes turning, milling, and turnmill akshmi Machine Works processes. Among LMW ATC’s and Defence applications. machines in a wide variety Ltd (LMW) is a diversified prestigious clients are Hindustan LTE makes critical products of configurations to cater to global and domestic opportunities available in the fast expanding Lbusiness group that was Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the such as solenoids, control various segments, including aerospace market in India., the “Off-Set” policy laid down for Defence founded in 1962 by Cavalier Sri Defence Research Development valves, torque motors, gear the multiple, exacting demands procurement by Government of India, BEML launched its aerospace G K Devarajulu in Coimbatore. Organization (DRDO), Pratt & head motors, actuators, of the Defence manufacturing vertical to explore the potential in the aerospace domain. It started with a vision to Whitney America, Hamilton pressure sensors and fluid sector. LMW’s range of CNC The Aerospace has the certification of CEMILAC, ISO 9001:2000 & indigenously manufacture Sundstrand, Fokker, Dassault control components that are machines are now in use at NABL. The R&D centre has extensive experience and inherent strength and supply textile spinning Aviation, and Honeywell. supplied to DRDO, ISRO, and Ordnance Factories, ISRO and in product design & development. It offers high-quality customized machinery to Indian mills. Today, An Advanced Composites public-sector companies such DRDO. In addition, LMW MTD tool engineering services & solutions like CAD/CAE & NPDs. LMW is a conglomerate that had manufacturing facility is now as Bharat Electronics Limited also undertakes automation and BEML is already supporting the aerospace operations by supplying a turnover of USD 375 million (BEL), turnkey solutions, and provides Ground Support Equipment such as Aircraft Towing Tractor (ATT), in the year 2016-17. Decades LMW is a conglomerate (BDL), Hindustan Aeronautics specialized installation of Multi- Purpose Weapon Loader (MPWL Bheema) and crash Fire Tender of resilient growth, sustained that had a turnover of Limited (HAL), and Ordnance robotic automation and gantry (CFT). The manufacturing division has scaled up its activities through investments and relevant USD 375 million in the Factory Board (OFB). LMW automation configurations to manufactures and supply of wide variety of Jigs, fixtures, Ground research and development year 2016-17. Decades LTE also exports to global suit the special needs of the Wagons, BEML plays a stellar role in the county’s Integrated Guided Support and Test Equipment to Indian Air force, Indian Navy, HAL and (R&D) have made LMW a of resilient growth, companies in Defence and manufacturing installations Missile Development Project by supplying ground support vehicles. ADA. powerhouse of manufacturing sustained investments Aerospace applications. including Ordnance Factories. The company has also created a world-class test track at its KGF The Aerospace manufacturing is located at Mysore which is AS9100C for the globe, backed by strong and relevant research and LTE has built expertise in Complex to test Defence equipment and vehicles. accredited. The unit has machine shop, sheet metal shop and heat technological competence development (R&D) have engineering the manufacturing Foundry Division (FDY) treatment shop. The division has recently added a CNC wire cutting and an able workforce. made LMW a powerhouse process of electro-mechanical A state-of-the-art Foundry Aerospace Business machine, 3 axis & 5 axis CNC machine and Elastomeric press. The assemblies that realises complex Division was established in 1993. of manufacturing for BEML limited, in its drive towards continuing diversity from its current division has expertise in MIG and TIG welding operation for welding Advanced Technology and precision designs. The The foundry that covers more product has forayed into Aerospace business. Taking advantage of the alloys such as Aluminium, Titanium and Maraging steel. Centre (ATC) the globe, backed by manufactured assemblies are than 16,000 sq. m. built-up area LMW established Advanced strong technological qualified to function reliably manufactures ductile iron and Technology Centre (ATC) in competence and an able under harsh environment of grey iron castings according Punj Corporation to Flag Off 2010 to cater to the growing workforce, says Soundhar space and defence systems. to customer demands using requirements of the global Rajhan K, Director – the unique ‘No Bake’ Process. Aerospace industry. ATC Operations, LMW Machine Tools Division (MTD) The foundry is equipped with ‘Make in India’ Initiatives manufactures components, To diversify operations, LMW vacuum emission spectrometer, sub-assemblies and assemblies under commissioning at ATC. collaborated with Japan’s Mori image analyser, metallurgical Punj Corporation Private Limited, one local technical repair and support centre overhaul of T-72 & T-90 Tank, modernization for the Aerospace industry, This facility will address the Seiki Co. Ltd to establish the microscope, mechanical testing of the leaders in armoured vehicle repair in India for armoured vehicle namely T-72, of T-72 & T-90 Tank, total MRO services for the with a focus on engine and manufacture of composites Machine Tools Division in 1988, instruments, and non-destructive in India, will flag-off its Make in India T-90 and BMPs. JSC “Uralvagonzavod” has armoured vehicle, and participation in the structural sub-assemblies. and hybrid structures and parts which is the first-of-its-kind plant testing (NDT) facilities. All its initiatives at the DefExpo 2018. M/s. Punj deputed multi-functional delegations to futuristic programme of the Government of ATC has precision facilities for for Aerospace application. in India that manufactures CNC world-class facilities are certified Corporation Private Limited, registered India to participate in the “Make in India” India viz. the FRCV and FICV. all processes, and its Quality lathes, machining centres, and by DB (German Railway), ISO in year 2010, has its headquarters at New initiative with a view to improve the overall M/s. Punj Corporation Private Limited Assurance is backed by class- Lakshmi Technologies other machine tools. Till date, 9001, and ISO 14001 for quality Delhi with Workshops located at Chennai serviceability of Tanks and BMPs. in technology transfer agreement would leading certifications such as and Engineering LMW MTD has supplied more and environmental management and Haridwar. The company has been The OEM JSC “Uralvagonzavod” has evinced provide the requisite infrastructure, import AS9100D, and NADCAP. LMW Industries Ltd. (LTE) than 14,000 CNC lathes and systems. LMW Foundry supplies spearheading the Armoured Vehicle repair interest in undertaking following activities machinery & tools and calibration jigs and ATC employs NDT-certified LMW LTE was established in machining centres to a wide engine blocks, parts for highway and technical support vertical in India for through M/s. Punj Corporation Private Limited training of Indian personnel to undertake NAS410 Level 3 personnel 2004, to focus on high precision customer base. In addition to vehicles, windmill, automobile 5-7 years. The company’s incorporation in India: assemblies / manufacture of engine assembly of components of components and who work to satisfy customer- manufacturing, assemblies and several technology partnerships transmission systems and with JCS “Uralvagonzavod” in setting up components and spares of Tanks & BMP-II, spare parts in India. specific requirements for special sub-assemblies for Aerospace to upgrade its offerings, parts for off road vehicles. 80 81 AERONAUTICAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY Bangalore, India (Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India)

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