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India To Build Advanced Armoured Vehicles
19 Nov
Summary
- L&T will manufacture BvS10 Sindhu armoured vehicles in India.
- The vehicles are adapted for India's extreme terrains and climate.
- This contract boosts India's defence modernization under 'Make in India'.
Larsen & Toubro (L&T), in collaboration with BAE Systems, has announced a significant contract with the Indian Army for the indigenous production of the BvS10 Sindhu all-terrain armoured vehicle. L&T's Armoured Systems Complex in Hazira will serve as the manufacturing hub, benefiting from BAE Systems Hägglunds' technical and design expertise. This partnership includes comprehensive logistics support, ensuring sustained operational readiness.
The BvS10 Sindhu is an enhanced variant of BAE Systems' renowned all-terrain platform, meticulously adapted to meet India's specific climatic and topographical demands. These adaptations cover extreme conditions such as high altitudes, deserts, marshlands, and amphibious environments, promising versatile deployment capabilities.
This agreement marks a pivotal moment for India's defence sector, strongly aligning with the 'Make in India' initiative. It highlights L&T's prowess in systems engineering and large-scale defence manufacturing, complemented by BAE Systems' proven technology and global standing, fostering local production and technology transfer.
