Adani Defence & Aerospace

Adani Defence, Italy’s Leonardo Partner to Build Military Helicopter Manufacturing Ecosystem in India

Adani Defence, Italy’s Leonardo Partner to Build Military Helicopter Manufacturing Ecosystem in India

New Delhi, February 3, 2026: Adani Defence & Aerospace on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Italian aerospace major Leonardo to develop a helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India, aimed at meeting the future requirements of the Indian armed forces and boosting indigenous defence production. As part of the partnership, the two companies will focus on addressing military requirements for Leonardo’s AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters. The collaboration will involve phased indigenisation of manufacturing, setting up maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities, and establishing end-to-end pilot training capabilities within India, according to a joint statement. The MoU was signed…
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Adani Group Plans ₹1.8 Lakh Crore Defence Push with Focus on AI, Drones and Autonomous Warfare Systems

Adani Group Plans ₹1.8 Lakh Crore Defence Push with Focus on AI, Drones and Autonomous Warfare Systems

New Delhi, December 28, 2025: Adani Group is planning to invest nearly ₹1.8 lakh crore in defence manufacturing next year, with a strong emphasis on unmanned and autonomous systems, advanced guided weapons and artificial intelligence-driven military platforms, sources said. The move is aimed at strengthening India’s future warfare capabilities, with the conglomerate positioning itself as a strategic anchor in the country’s defence ecosystem. Adani Defence & Aerospace made a significant transition in 2025 from extended planning cycles to rapid deployment, with several indigenously developed systems reportedly deployed during Operation Sindoor. Building on this momentum, the company is preparing to scale…
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