Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, MoS PMO, Department of Space, Department of Atomic Energy, MoS Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh said the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 reiterates India’s indigenous capabilities and vindicates the dream that Vikram Sarabhai saw six decades ago. Speaking at Sriharikota after the launch,…
Thales have entered into exclusive negotiation to acquire, for USD 1.1 Billion, Cobham Aerospace Communications (“AeroComms”), a leading supplier of advanced, ultra-reliable innovative safety cockpit communication systems. With ~690 employees, of which ~190 engineers, the company operates across a well-invested footprint in France, South Africa, USA / Canada and Denmark. Further, it is expected to…
The U.S. Navy has accepted delivery of the future USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO 206), the second ship for the U.S. Navy’s John Lewis-class fleet oiler program. To be noted that USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO-206) is named after the gay rights activist and has been built by General Dynamics National Steel and Shipbuilding Company. Its delivery…
Japan will be providing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) drone detection system to Ukraine which would help in the fight against Russian drones. Earlier in March, Japan had announced that it would allocate $30 million for non-lethal defense equipment through the NATO trust fund. This framework will be used to provide a drone detection systems. Further,…
GKN Aerospace and Materialise, a global pioneer in 3D printing solutions and services, have announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) aimed at advancing the research, design, and production of polymer additively manufactured (AM) parts for the aviation industry. The LOI signed represents an extension of their successful collaboration. Materialise has been…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the much-awaited Chandrayaan-3 mission on a GSLV Mark 3 (LVM 3) heavy lift launch vehicle from Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota, India, into an approximately 170 x 36,500 km elliptic parking orbit. The propulsion module will bring the lander/rover into a 100 km circular polar lunar orbit…
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has accorded approval for the procurement of 26 Rafale-M (Marine) fighter aircrafts along with associated ancillary equipment, weapons, simulator, spares, documentation, crew training and logistic support for the Indian Navy from the French Government based on Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA). Although, the price and other…
INS Sunayna was at Seychelles from 10-12 Jul 23 to participate in Op Southern Readiness 2023 conducted by Combined Maritime Forces (CMF). The visit was aimed at strengthening multilateral ties and enhancing cooperation through CMF exercise which is a multinational initiative aimed at enhancing maritime security, countering piracy to ensure safety and freedom of navigation…
A group of vital facilities essential for the enhancement of solid motor realization were inaugurated by Shri Somanath S., Chairman, ISRO/ Secretary, Department of Space at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR). Shri A. Rajarajan, Director of SDSC-SHAR, and Directors from other ISRO Centres/ Units were present. SDSC-SHAR is responsible for the development of solid…
Pratt & Whitney has signed a $5.5 billion modification to the previously awarded F117 Engine Sustainment Support contract with the United States Air Force (USAF). The contract provides engine services for C-17 Globemaster III operated by the USAF, and eight international partners. The sustainment work will be provided between now and the second half of…
