Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) is expanding its aerospace division, aiming to establish a larger presence in India’s emerging private space sector, according to a report by Reuters. The move aligns with recent government initiatives to allow private firms greater participation in space ventures traditionally led by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). AT Ramchandani, […]
India and Spain jointly inaugurated the Tata Aircraft Complex in Vadodara, Gujarat, today, marking the start of C-295 military aircraft assembly in India. The facility, operated by Tata Advanced Systems Ltd. (TASL), will assemble 40 C-295 aircraft as part of a 56-aircraft order for the Indian Air Force, with the remaining 16 units being manufactured […]
India’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production has the potential to reach 8-10 million tonnes by 2040, according to a Deloitte India report. This output would surpass the country’s domestic needs, positioning India as a potential exporter of SAF. The report estimates that the development of SAF production will require investments of between USD 70-85 billion. […]
Airbus has announced plans to further increase its sourcing of components from India, a plan which has already doubled to €1 billion in procurement between 2019 and 2024. The European aircraft manufacturer, which has secured significant aircraft orders from IndiGo and Air India, currently works with more than 100 Indian suppliers, according to CEO Guillaume […]
The Indian government has announced an allocation of ₹1,000 crore for a venture fund to support space startups. The decision was highlighted by Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State for Science and Technology and other departments, during a press briefing. This move is part of a broader strategy to prioritize the space sector in the […]
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Space Applications Centre (SAC) of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to collaborate on the manufacturing of space-grade Travelling Wave Tube Amplifiers (TWTAs) in India. This agreement is part of an effort to indigenize production and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. […]
GE Aerospace plans to significantly increase its sourcing of components from India, according to company officials. The aerospace manufacturer, which operates a manufacturing facility in Pune and the John F Welch Technology Centre in Bengaluru, currently sources components from 13 major suppliers in the country, including Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL). Vikram Rai, South Asia […]
The partnerships were announced at the Bengaluru Space Expo 2024 and involve Ananth Technologies, a prominent aerospace and defense manufacturer, and Digantara, a full-stack space infrastructure company specializing in space operations and traffic management. These collaborations are key to the upcoming Space MAITRI (Mission for Australia-India’s Technology, Research, and Innovation) initiative and will play a […]
Karnataka’s Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology, and Science & Technology (ITBT) is set to highlight the state’s impressive advancements in space technology at the Bengaluru Space Expo 2024. Priyank Kharge, Minister for IT, BT, Rural Development, and Panchayat Raj, inaugurated the event, underscoring Karnataka’s role as a national leader in the space sector. “Karnataka […]
Airbus (AIR.PA) hosted its first-ever Sustainable Supply Chain Conference in Bengaluru last week. The event brought together the company’s supply chain partners to discuss the future of supply chain resilience and sustainability in India. The event, aimed at fostering collaboration, featured in-depth discussions on sustainable practices and innovation within the aerospace industry. The conference focused […]
