INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The C-130J Super Hercules is a tactical airlift aircraft and the latest variant of the C-130 Hercules
(Photo: Lockheed Martin)2 min read Last Updated : Sep 10 2024 | 3:28 PM IST
US defence giant Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems on
Tuesday announced a teaming agreement to expand on their engagement through the C-130J Super Hercules tactical airlifter project in India
visit.
The two parties have agreed to a framework for collaboration on future potential business opportunities
other global Super Hercules fleets
Additionally, the agreement will also provide for expanding C-130J manufacturing and assembly in India, Tata Advanced Systems said, adding
force is looking to acquire up to 80 MTA and issued a request for information (RFI) last year
Lockheed Martin has responded to this, noting that the C-130J-30 Super Hercules is well-suited for this purpose.
If awarded the contract,
Lockheed Martin will establish a production and assembly capacity in India
This will be in addition to this existing production facility in Marietta, Georgia in the US
Sukaran Singh, chief executive and managing director of Tata Advanced Systems said
platforms.
The C-130J Super Hercules is a tactical airlift aircraft and the latest variant of the C-130 Hercules
It serves as the airlifter of choice for 26 operators across 22 countries
The IAF currently operates a fleet of 12 C-130Js
Both companies operate through the Tata Lockheed Martin Aerostructures Ltd (TLMAL) joint venture, established in 2010.
(With inputs from
PTI)First Published: Sep 10 2024 | 3:28 PMIST
