February 2022

Rubin, Russian submarine designer, has come up with the second version of BOSS (Border and Offshore Submersible Sentry) submersible patrol ship that combines the benefits of a submarine and a surface patrol ship.

It is the largest version with 72 m length and surface displacement about 1300 ton. Large dimensions bring more capabilities. New lines with wave-piercing bow and tumblehome hull  to reduce roll, makes the ship more stable weapon platform and reduces radar signature as well.

Both partners are seeking to leverage each other's capabilities to meet the growing requirements of the Indonesian Navy.

Indonesia is acquiring two Scorpene submarines which would be built locally through a transfer of technology by Naval Group.

Both companies are leaders in their markets and confirm their willingness to further increase their cooperation to provide solutions to meet the needs of the Indonesian Navy but also by opening a joint R&D center involving other Indonesian companies.

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company and Boeing today announced Honeywell as the engine provider for DEFIANT X, the advanced helicopter for the U.S. Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) competition.

With Honeywell providing the HTS7500 turboshaft engine, Team DEFIANT brings unsurpassed Army Aviation experience to revolutionize Army air assault while seamlessly integrating with legacy platforms, proven tactics and existing infrastructure. DEFIANT X® will be the fastest, most maneuverable and survivable assault helicopter in history.

Data Patterns (India) Ltd, a leading electronic solution provider company in Defence sector announced its financial results for the third quarter ended December, 2021.

The fifth submarine of Project 75, Yard 11879, Indian Navy’s Kalvari class commenced her sea trials on 01 Feb 22. The submarine was launched in Nov 2020 from the Kanhoji Angre Wet Basin of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). The submarine would be named Vagir, after commissioning.

Despite the COVID pandemic, MDL has ‘Delivered’ two submarines of the Project – 75 in the year 2021 and the commencement of sea trials of the fifth submarine is a significant milestone.

The Union Budget for Financial Year 2022-23, presented by the Finance Minister on February 01,2022, has given further impetus to modernisation of Defence Services and Defence Security Infrastructure development, including the Border Road Infrastructure and Coastal Security Infrastructure.