Posts by Sudarshan Raghu

Thales and BDL Sign Agreement for Laser Beam-Riding Missiles for Indian Army

Thales UK and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) have signed a contract at Aero India 2025 to supply the Indian Army with Laser Beam-Riding Man-Portable Air Defence Systems (LBRM) and STARStreak High-Velocity Missiles (HVM). The deal includes the replacement of existing Russian Igla-S systems, with deliveries expected later this year. The agreement integrates BDL into Thales’ […]

HENSOLDT Highlights Manufacturing Collaboration at Aero India 2025

HENSOLDT emphasizes its commitment to local manufacturing and technology transfer at Aero India 2025, showcasing its airborne sensor technologies while expanding industrial partnerships in India. The company is working with Indian defence manufacturers to establish localized production and system integration capabilities, supporting India’s push for increased self-reliance in defence technology. HENSOLDT’s manufacturing initiatives include technology […]

BDL and Rafael to Formalize Technical Collaboration Agreement for Spike LR2 Missile Production in India

Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. (Rafael) are moving forward with a Technical Collaboration Agreement (TCA) to enable local production of the Spike LR2, a fifth-generation anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) in India. The agreement follows a previously signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and is expected to facilitate the transfer of manufacturing […]

Rafael and BDL Sign MoU for Local Production of Ice Breaker Missile

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate the production of the Ice Breaker, a long-range autonomous precision-guided weapon system, in India. The agreement aims to offer the missile system to the Indian armed forces and includes provisions for technology transfer. Under the MoU, […]

Rafael and Centum Electronics Sign Agreement for Defence Technology Collaboration

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. and Centum Electronics have signed a Teaming Agreement to collaborate on technology development in spectrum dominance, spectrum situational awareness, and artificial intelligence-based intelligence and decision support systems for the Indian Armed Forces. According to a press release issued by the companies, the agreement builds on their existing cooperation in the […]

United Engine Corporation Showcases Aero Engines at Aero India 2025

The United Engine Corporation (UEC) is exhibiting its latest aero-engine developments at Aero India 2025, including the VK-650V turboshaft engine, the 177S engine for tactical aircraft, and the AL-55E engine for the Indian HJT-36 intermediate jet trainer. The VK-650V turboshaft engine, which has completed certification and is ready for series production, is designed for the […]

Bit Mapper Signs Technology Transfer Agreement for Airborne Optronic Payload

Bit Mapper Integration Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a Phoenix Group company, has signed a Transfer of Technology (ToT) agreement with Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE) for the Compact Airborne Multi-Sensors Optronic Payload (CAMOP). The agreement was announced during Aero India 2025. The CAMOP system is designed to provide multi-sensor capabilities for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance […]

AXISCADES to Establish Test Bench Centre of Excellence for MBDA in Bengaluru

AXISCADES Aerospace & Technologies is setting up a Centre of Excellence (COE) for Test Benches in Bengaluru, dedicated to supporting MBDA’s test solution requirements. The COE will be located at AXISCADES’ new facility in Aerospace Park near Kempegowda International Airport. AXISCADES has been working with MBDA on test bench solutions since 2018, delivering multiple generations […]

Rolls-Royce Plans to Increase Sourcing from India Over Next Five Years

Rolls-Royce announced plans to double its sourcing of components from India over the next five years, focusing on advanced aerospace engines, naval propulsion systems, diesel engines, and gas turbine engines. The company aims to expand its engagement with Indian suppliers as part of its broader strategy to strengthen its presence in the country’s defense sector. […]