SOURCE: AFI
Reliance Defence, led by Anil Ambani, has joined forces with US-based Coastal Mechanics to upgrade over 200 aircraft and helicopters in India, marking a significant boost to the country’s defence maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector. The partnership aligns with the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives, aiming to enhance domestic defence capabilities.
Under the agreement, the two companies will establish a joint venture (JV) at MIHAN (Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport) in Nagpur, Maharashtra. This facility will cater to both Indian and global markets, offering MRO and upgrade services for a diverse range of air and land-based defence platforms.
The collaboration will focus on upgrading more than 100 Jaguar fighter jets, over 100 MiG-29s, and the Indian Army’s Apache helicopter fleet, providing comprehensive sustainment solutions.
Coastal Mechanics, a veteran vendor to the US Department of Defense (DoD) with decades of expertise, brings advanced capabilities in armament systems, spare parts manufacturing, and reverse engineering. As an approved DoD contractor, the company offers access to critical technical data and defence-related information, strengthening the JV’s technical edge.
This strategic alliance is poised to position India as a key player in global defence MRO services, leveraging Reliance Defence’s industrial base and Coastal Mechanics’ international experience. The Nagpur facility is expected to create jobs and drive technological innovation, supporting India’s goal of self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
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