Defexpo 2014: ATK focuses on services
US Armaments manufacturer ATK will be offering capabilities in co-production for ammunition and guns as well as aftermarket services at Defexpo.
An ATK spokesman told Shephard that whilst they will have precision mortar and artillery guidance kits, in addition to the full range of ammunition calibres and the Bushmaster cannon, a focus on services best suites the Indian market.
‘For the Indian market, ATK understands that there is a desire for transfers of technology that will help bolster India’s sovereign defense capabilities,’ the spokesman said.
‘Through its co-production programme, ATK can assist allied governments such as India with the capabilities
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