SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG

In a strategic move that could reshape India’s aerospace manufacturing landscape, Saab India is poised to collaborate with Dynamatic Technologies for the production of the Gripen-E fighter jet, should it secure the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender for 110 jets. This partnership would be contingent on Saab being allowed to establish its own Final Assembly Line (FAL) in India.
After terminating its previous partnership with Adani Defence for the Gripen-E bid, Saab has decided to take a solo approach under its Indian subsidiary. This decision underscores Saab’s confidence in its ability to manage and lead the entire program independently while integrating with the Indian manufacturing ecosystem.
Dynamatic Technologies, already a significant player in aerospace manufacturing, would be pivotal in this venture. They are expected to take charge of manufacturing the fuselage of the Gripen-E. Saab India will serve as the lead integrator, overseeing the final assembly of the aircraft, and ensuring that all components meet stringent quality and performance standards.
Alongside Dynamatic, numerous smaller Indian companies would be engaged to produce various parts and components, fostering a robust supply chain and industrial base within India.
Securing permissions for a 100% FDI-owned FAL in India would require government approval but aligns with recent policy changes allowing more foreign investment in defence. The MRFA tender is highly competitive, with other global players like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Dassault vying for the contract, each with its local manufacturing proposals.
If Saab India wins the MRFA tender, its partnership with Dynamatic Technologies could be a landmark in India’s defence sector, promoting not just the manufacture of high-tech fighter jets but also building a comprehensive aerospace industry ecosystem in India. This development would be a testament to India’s growing prominence in global defence manufacturing and its commitment to technological sovereignty.
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