ICEYE announced Eric Jensen as global COO and appointed Ann Stevens as CEO of its U.S. arm, highlighting their expertise to enhance operations and expand the company’s global presence in space technology.
Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran visited aerospace and defense facilities in Karnataka, emphasizing expansion and globalization, while inspecting various projects, including a defense MRO site and UAV manufacturing capabilities.
Honeywell has delivered three PTE331-12B aero engines to Hindustan Aeronautics for India’s HTT-40 trainer aircraft, overcoming supply issues, as HAL aims to fulfill its contract commitments to the Indian Air Force.
India has initiated its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project by issuing a tender to three firms. The aircraft aims for fifth-generation capabilities, including stealth and advanced sensors, targeted for production by 2034.
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully tested an indigenous scramjet combustor for over 1,200 seconds, marking a significant advancement in hypersonic missile technology and enhancing India’s aerospace capabilities.
India has successfully conducted the first flight-trial of the indigenous Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon system, enhancing precision in targeting ground-based threats.
MBDA has signed an agreement with the Indian Air Force to establish a local Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul facility for MICA missiles, enhancing India’s defense capabilities and strategic autonomy.
India’s space technology is advancing rapidly, with established firms and startups enhancing national defense capabilities. The Indian DefSpace Symposium 2026 was held in New Delhi, showcasing these developments. A visual feature by Defence Capital visual editor S. Chandan.
GE Aerospace has contracted with the Indian Air Force to establish a maintenance depot for F404-IN20 engines, enhancing India’s defense capabilities and reducing reliance on foreign repair centers.
Dassault Aviation and Hical Technologies signed a contract on March 9, 2026, to produce high-precision control systems for the Rafale fighter aircraft, enhancing India’s role in global aerospace manufacturing.
Airbus inaugurated its India Technology Centre in Bengaluru on March 6, 2026, enhancing its engineering, digital services, and procurement capabilities, which align with its ‘Make in India’ initiative for growth.
Embraer and Adani Defence signed an agreement on February 21, 2026, to establish a final assembly line for the E175 regional jet in India, enhancing regional air travel and strengthening India-Brazil relations.
India inaugurated its first private helicopter manufacturing facility in Vemagal, Karnataka, on February 17, 2026, in collaboration with Airbus, marking a significant shift in the aerospace sector.
Spanish company Marine Instruments has partnered with Indian firm Globaz Technologies to explore the Indian defense market, focusing on maritime surveillance and unmanned systems following a recent MoU signed in Riyadh.
Amphibian Aerospace Industries has partnered with Apogee Aerospace to bid for India’s navy program for amphibious aircraft, aiming to set up local manufacturing and address maritime security needs.
