India Optel Limited (IOL), a Mini Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking, today signed an agreement with a French company to manufacture two high-precision, combat-proven systems in India. The Ministry of Defence said that the agreement, signed with Safran Electronics and Defense, will pave the way for local manufacturing in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Make in India.
Under the partnership, IOL will be responsible for manufacturing, final assembly, testing, quality control and full life-cycle support, ensuring the systems meet the operational needs of the Indian Army.
The Ministry said that on the basis of the MoU signed in January 2024, this new agreement confirms the commitment of both partners to manufacture and support these advanced systems in India. The partnership contributes to strengthening India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem while enhancing the readiness and performance of its land forces.
The systems to be manufactured under this collaboration include SIGMA 30N Digital Ring Laser Gyro Inertial Navigation System, used in artillery guns, air defence systems, missiles and radars; and CM3-MR Direct Firing Sight, designed for artillery guns and anti-drone systems.
