Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Brahmastra Explosives and Ammunition Private Limited, an Indian company specialising in the design and manufacture of defence systems, including explosives, propellants and ammunition, has signed a Partnership Agreement with Nadrah Trading Company, a Saudi Arabia–based defence and strategic capabilities firm, to support Brahmastra’s market management, programme coordination and defence engagement in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The signing took place during the World Defence Show 2026 in Riyadh, marking an important step in Brahmastra’s international defence engagement and strengthening Indo-Saudi defence cooperation.
The Agreement establishes a strategic foundation for collaboration focused on defence market advisory, tender coordination, regulatory processes, end-user engagement and programme-level execution in Saudi Arabia. By integrating Nadrah’s local intelligence and service expertise with Brahmastra’s engineering-led manufacturing capabilities, the collaboration aims to address specific operational requirements of end-users across the Kingdom’s evolving defence sector.
This partnership provides a structured pathway for Brahmastra to engage with the Saudi defence market while reinforcing India’s indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities. By leveraging Indian-designed and Indian-manufactured defence systems for international requirements, the partnership supports the broader objectives of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and India’s emergence as a trusted global defence manufacturing partner.
On the signing of the Partnership Agreement, Karan Singh Wilkhoo, Director, Brahmastra Explosives and Ammunition Private Limited, said, “The Saudi market represents an important strategic opportunity for Brahmastra. This partnership allows us to combine our indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities with strong local expertise, enabling us to build a meaningful presence in the Kingdom while reinforcing India’s role as a reliable global defence manufacturing partner. Our focus remains on strengthening capabilities, expanding our international footprint responsibly, and contributing to the long-term defence objectives of both India and our partners.”
The agreement reflects a shared commitment to work together within a structured and collaborative framework to support future opportunities, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders, and deliver defence solutions responsibly and efficiently within the Saudi defence ecosystem, while contributing to long-term Indo-Saudi defence cooperation.
Brahmastra Explosives and Ammunition is an Indian defence technology company specialising in the design, development, and manufacture of mission-critical ammunition, explosives, propellants, warheads, Electric Boats for maritime surveillance and reconnaissance, commercial use leisure Electric Boats, various other Defence Systems/Sub systems, components and other allied product for defence. The company operates with a focus on engineering-led design and indigenous manufacturing, supported by a skilled team with deep experience in the defence and aerospace sectors. Brahmastra is committed to delivering high-performance solutions that meet the rigorous demands of modern security forces.
Nadrah is a Riyadh-based defence and strategic capabilities company established by a team of experienced defence professionals, focused on enhancing the military preparedness of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and delivering comprehensive acquisition and sustainment solutions aligned with the Kingdom’s national security objectives. Nadrah has continued to play an active role in advancing key initiatives within the Kingdom’s defence ecosystem. This agreement further establishes Nadrah as a critical and strategic munitions provider within the Kingdom.
