Defence

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 […]

Defence Minister Calls for Global Collaboration in Defence Manufacturing at Aero India 2025

Defence Minister of India Rajnath Singh has invited international partners to collaborate on the co-development and co-production of advanced defence systems, citing the need for innovative approaches and stronger global partnerships in response to evolving security challenges. Speaking at the Defence Ministers’ Conclave, ‘Building Resilience through International Defence and Global Engagement (BRIDGE),’ held during the […]

India Holds Bilateral Defence Meetings with UK and Italy at Aero India 2025

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met with UK Minister for the House of Lords, Vernon Coaker, on the sidelines of the 15th Aero India in Bengaluru. Discussions focused on ongoing defence cooperation, including industrial collaboration and maritime engagements. Both sides acknowledged progress in areas such as electric propulsion and aero engines. Singh also co-chaired a […]

UK and India Sign Defence Agreements at Aero India 2025

The United Kingdom and India signed multiple defence agreements at Aero India 2025, focusing on air defence systems, missile technology, and maritime propulsion. Thales and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) announced a partnership to deliver Laser Beam Riding MANPADs (LBRM) and High Velocity Missiles (STARStreak). The collaboration aims to enhance air defence cooperation and facilitate joint […]

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. […]

Aero India 2025 CEOs’ Round-Table Discusses Aerospace Investment and Indigenization

The CEOs’ Round-Table at Aero India 2025 convened industry executives from domestic and international aerospace and defense companies to discuss investment opportunities, policy reforms, and strategies for expanding manufacturing operations in India. The event, held at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka, included representatives from private defense firms, public sector undertakings, and multinational corporations engaged […]

Aero India 2025 Begins in Bengaluru, Showcasing Aerospace and Defence Capabilities

The 15th edition of Aero India commenced at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, defence officials, and global aerospace companies for the five-day event. The exhibition aims to highlight advancements in aerospace technology, defence manufacturing, and international collaborations. The event features airshows, exhibitions, and discussions on defence production and […]

U.S. Defense Industry to Participate in Aero India 2025

The United States will be represented at Aero India 2025, with over two dozen U.S. companies showcasing military aircraft, unmanned aerial systems, avionics, and defense electronics. The event will serve as a platform for industry engagement and potential collaborations between U.S. and Indian firms in the aerospace and defense sectors. Leading the U.S. delegation is […]