Thales and Kalyani join hands to make 70-mm rockets in India
- Thales and Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd KSSL, Bharat Forge’s defence arm, sign an alliance to build 70-mm rocket systems in India.
- The partnership covers both unguided and laser-guided versions of Thales’ 70-mm rockets, already used by the Indian Armed Forces.
- The deal includes technology transfer, local production and distribution, with India aiming to become a manufacturing and export hub for the systems.
- The first fully assembled 70-mm rocket made in India is targeted for early 2027, supporting India’s push for domestic defence production.
Source: thalesgroup.com
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