IIT Hyderabad has teamed up with DRDO’s Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) and Hyderabad-based Innomet Advanced Materials to develop India’s first large-scale 100 kg inert gas atomizer. Funded through DRDO’s DIA Centre of Excellence at IIT BHU, the project will create high-purity spherical alloy powders for aerospace, defence, additive manufacturing, and strategic applications. Set up at Innomet’s premises, the facility will also support DRDO and IIT Hyderabad research for five years and scale from an earlier 10 kg success.
US-based aerospace and defence supply chain firm FDH Aero has opened a new Bengaluru office, bringing its hardware and electronics divisions together to serve regional customers. The company says the site will act as a full-service hub supported by in-country inventory and dedicated local teams, targeting tier-1 manufacturers and OEMs. FDH points to strong commercial aerospace demand, rising defence investment, and Made in India initiatives as key growth drivers, appointing new in-country heads for Electronics and Hardware.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will lay the foundation stone for Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme infrastructure in Sri Sathya Sai district. The event will also see launches of multiple defence, aerospace, and drone manufacturing initiatives—signaling Andhra Pradesh’s push to become a central hub for these industries.
Bodo Moller Chemie has launched an aerospace warehouse facility in Bengaluru, aimed at supplying advanced materials to aviation and industrial manufacturers. The centre supports civilian and military production as well as repair and maintenance operations. With India’s aerospace and electronics sectors expanding, the company expects strong growth ahead and deeper local supply capabilities.
Brazilian aerospace major Embraer has signed its first forged raw materials supply contract with India’s Bharat Forge. The move supports Embraer’s effort to diversify its supply chain, strengthening resilience and competitiveness. For India’s aerospace sector, the deal signals growing global trust in domestic forging capabilities and could open doors for deeper manufacturing ties.
Howmet Aerospace reported a first-quarter beat on both profit and revenue, then raised its annual forecast. The company pointed to continued strength in commercial aerospace and faster growth in its industrial gas turbine business as key drivers. The upbeat update signals demand is holding up better than many investors expected, supporting higher outlook for the year.
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Twelve Indian companies announced more than $1.1 billion in new investment plans in the United States, spanning aerospace, defense, energy, and AI. The commitments are expected to generate around 1,500 jobs, with Abhyuday Group and Sterlite Technologies Limited among the biggest contributors. The announcements were made at the SelectUSA Investment Summit.
Aerospace components maker ITP Aero is investing Rs 453 crore to set up a new manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, Telangana. The plant is expected to be operational by 2027 and will produce commercial aviation engine components while creating 350 skilled jobs initially. The move further strengthens Telangana’s growing aerospace and defense ecosystem.
Defence PSU BEL has signed an MoU with Metamind Systems and Kristellar Aerospace to jointly develop future-ready products and technologies for defence and non-defence use. The partnership combines BEL’s manufacturing strength, Metamind’s AI-driven analytics, and Kristellar’s aerospace R&D to create scalable, competitive solutions aligned with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
A 21-year-old Chinese aeronautical engineering student, Tianrui Liang, was arrested at JFK after federal agents alleged he photographed sensitive US military aircraft, including E-4B and RC-135 planes, from outside Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. Prosecutors have not yet filed espionage charges, but authorities claimed he posed a flight risk, prompting detention.
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has appointed Ravi K as its 22nd Chairman and Managing Director, replacing Dr. D K Sunil. Ravi K brings over 30 years of experience across aerospace and defence manufacturing and electronics, and previously served as Director (Operations). He is credited with strategic planning and helping HAL achieve Maharatna status.
Hyderabad-based Sigma Advanced Systems has secured a ₹3,800 crore, seven-year contract with Rolls-Royce to supply high-precision aerospace components. The deal strengthens Sigma’s role in the company’s global supply chain, translating into multi-year revenue visibility and upgraded manufacturing capabilities for India’s defence and aerospace ecosystem.
Bengaluru-based Unimech Aerospace and Manufacturing has signed definitive agreements to acquire Hobel Bellows, a specialist manufacturer of metallic bellows and flexible tubing components. The deal is positioned as a key move to strengthen Unimech’s precision engineering capabilities and build a globally competitive platform in engineered components.
Jeh Aerospace has signed a significant long-term agreement with France based Liebherr Aerospace to produce precision landing gear components for narrow body commercial aircraft. The parts will be manufactured at Jeh Aerospace’s Hyderabad facility, linking the company to Liebherr’s worldwide production network. The deal highlights Jeh’s focus on operational excellence and high precision manufacturing for critical aircraft systems.
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