Joint Venture5 May 2026, 07:41 pm
IAI & DCX Systems Break Ground on Radar Facility in Tamil Nadu
AI Summary
Israel Aerospace Industries' (IAI) ELTA Systems, partnering with DCX Systems Ltd., has broken ground on a new radar manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu under their joint venture, ELTX Systems Pvt. Ltd. The facility, located in the Shoolagiri Industrial Area, supports India's 'Make in India' vision and aims to enhance indigenous defense manufacturing capabilities. Construction is slated for completion by April 2027, with production commencing shortly thereafter. The facility will focus on manufacturing, integrating, and testing advanced radar systems for domestic and international defense needs.
Key Highlights
- IAI and DCX Systems' JV, ELTX Systems, breaks ground on radar facility.
- Facility supports India's 'Make in India' initiative in defense.
- The plant will manufacture advanced radar systems for domestic and international use.
- Construction is expected to complete by April 2027.
- The project aims to enhance India's indigenous defense capabilities.