Overview
- The companies announced a strategic partnership to manufacture Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems in India for the armed forces.
- L&T said it will be the prime bidder for the Ministry of Defence’s upcoming 87 MALE RPAS program, with GA-ASI as the technology partner.
- Production is designed to satisfy indigenous content requirements through critical technology transfers aligned with Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India.
- The plan enables in-country build of GA-ASI’s MQ-series RPAS, which the firms note have extensive combat service and millions of flight hours.
- Financial terms, the manufacturing location and the MoD’s final contract decision have not been disclosed, while L&T shares rose modestly after the announcement.