“Mahindra and BAE Systems
share the same values and common vision towards ‘Make in India’. BAE Systems is
one of the largest defence companies globally and we could not have a better
partner. M777 will give our Defence Forces a much needed operational advantage
and an access to state of art technology. Mahindra M777 facility will also
ensure that the life cycle support is available locally thereby enhancing
operational availability of the guns. We look forward to making a major
contribution to our Defence Forces and economy of India” said SP Shukla, Group
President, Mahindra Defence & Aerospace, Mahindra Group.
About Mahindra Aerospace and Defence Sector
Mahindra Aerospace has led the
Mahindra Group’s foray into utility aircraft and aero structure manufacturing
since 2008. Its utility aircraft business, based in Australia, currently
produces the Airvan 8, the most capable, rugged and versatile utility aircraft
in its class. Certified in 38 countries, over 200 are in service. Mahindra
Aerospace is also developing a 10-seat turboprop, the Airvan 10
Mahindra Defence has companies
engaged in catering to needs of all three wings of Defence forces –Army,
Airforce and Navy and para military forces. The product range includes armoured
vehicles, underwater warfare equipment, simulators, radars and surveillance
equipment’s etc.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems provides some of
the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. The company employs a skilled
workforce of 83,400 people in 40 countries. Working with customers and local
partners, it develops, engineers, manufactures and supports products and
systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people,
and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.
Source: BAE Systems