OIS-AT to build AASM Hammer
India-based OIS Advanced Technology (OIS-AT) and Sagem have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up a joint venture in India for the production of Sagem's AASM Hammer Bomb Guidance and Glide Kit, it was announced on 19 April.
With this deal for a joint venture under the 'Make in India' programme, OIS-AT becomes Sagem's Indian manufacturer for this weapon system.
The AASM Hammer was originally designed for French naval and air force Rafale requirements, and the India-made version will be customised to cater to the Indian Air Force's high-precision munition requirements.
Sanjay Bhandari, chairman and managing director, OIS Advanced Technology, said: ‘We are pleased that Sagem is collaborating with us with their combat proven, world leading, high precision munitions guidance and range extension kit. With its impressive list of advanced features, Sagem's AASM Hammer is the foundation for our joint venture to specifically cater to the requirements of the Indian Air Force under the government's Make In India programme. This collaboration further endorses our corporate strategy of becoming the Industrial Partner of Choice for leading global companies.’
Martin Sion, chief executive officer, Sagem, said: ‘We are pleased to collaborate with OIS-AT with our combat proven, high precision, AASM Hammer Guidance and Range Extension kit for aerial munitions for the Indian Air Force. With OIS-AT we have a partner with a core focus and appreciation of advanced technologies and innovation to advance our joint interests for the Indian Air Force.’
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