Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd (KSSL), a subsidiary of Bharat Forge, and Belgian defence company FN Herstal have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore local manufacturing and technology cooperation for small arms, integrated weapon systems and counter-uncrewed aerial system (C-UAS) capabilities in India.
Under the agreement, the companies will assess establishing a dedicated production centre in India and potentially forming a strategic alliance or joint venture to serve the Indian market. The initiative is aligned with the Indian government’s Make in India policy.
The proposed cooperation would combine FN Herstal’s small arms and integrated weapon systems with KSSL’s engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The companies said the partnership is intended to increase local manufacturing, technology cooperation and domestic value creation, while supporting security of supply for the Indian armed forces.
The companies will initially jointly assess the feasibility of potential projects, with the cooperation focused primarily on meeting Indian market requirements.
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