Overview

• Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed an agreement with Sparton, a U.S.-based subsidiary of Elbit Systems, to produce and assemble sonobuoys in India.
• This partnership marks the first time a private Indian company will offer indigenized sonobuoy solutions for anti-submarine warfare (ASW).
• Sonobuoys are critical for undersea domain awareness, enabling the detection, tracking, and monitoring of submarines and underwater threats.
• The initiative aligns with India's 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' and 'Make in India' missions, reducing reliance on imports and supporting potential future exports.
• The collaboration is expected to drive high-tech skill development, create local jobs, and bolster India's maritime security capabilities.