Pune: Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd (KSSL), a 100% subsidiary of Bharat Forge Ltd, India, plans to enter into a multi-party agreement with leading United States defence companies, AM General and Mandus Group LLC, to explore the co-development and co-production of next-generation artillery gun platforms.
As the battlefield changes with near peer adversaries, there is increasing demand for modern light artillery systems with enhanced firepower, precision strike, tactical mobility, and command and control capabilities. This collaboration is targeted to address the requirement of modern armies of the world in an evolving combat scenario equipping them with compact, robust, light weight, ruggedized, mobile, all weather, all terrain 105mm and 155mm next generation artillery gun platforms.
These next-gen artillery platforms will feature disruptive technology, responsive and survivable fires, transportability, added lethality, and will optimise crew size due to less logistics requirements. The 105-mm and 155-mm howitzer to be offered will deliver firepower and mobility while remaining lightweight and modular.
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Government of India’s Make in India program, Baba Kalyani, CMD, Bharat Forge, expressed that, “Bharat Forge is rapidly emerging as a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced artillery platforms for the world markets. This strategic collaboration aims to co-develop and co-produce the most versatile and innovative weapon systems.”
“AM General and Mandus Group are looking forward to exploring this collaboration with Kalyani and Bharat Forge to ultimately deliver advanced mobile artillery capabilities,” said John Chadbourne, AM General EVP for Business Development. “A partnership like this is a testament to our company’s commitment to be responsive and dynamic as the battlefield evolves.”
Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd’s partnership with US-based AM General and Mandus Group will enhance global defence capabilities with lightweight, mobile artillery systems and reflects Bharat Forge’s role in driving India’s growth in defence innovation. The collaboration marks a significant milestone as it aligns with India’s “Make in India” vision.
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