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Adani Defence & Aerospace, driven by the vision of our Chairman Mr Gautam Adani, is a pioneer in defence design, development and manufacturing. Our comprehensive portfolio includes small arms, ammunition, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), counter-drone systems, missiles, and aircraft services. We are committed to delivering excellence in everything we do. Our offerings are further enhanced by the transformative potential of our AI/ML-driven digital technologies, Swa-Rakshak™, enabling efficiency, providing real-time AI-driven security capabilities, and cohesive support for our forces. Aligned with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, we have partnered with Indian startups and MSMEs, aiming to develop a self-reliant, export-oriented defence ecosystem with best-in-class processes and quality management systems.
Vision
To be a global leader in defence and aerospace, helping India transform into a destination for world-class hi-tech defence, design, development and manufacturing, aligned with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
‘At Adani Defence & Aerospace, we are proud of the significant strides we have made in the last few years in India’s defence landscape. This year has been a milestone year for us, with new contract awards, successful product and platform deliveries, landmark partnerships and successful completion of complex trials.
While we continue to develop our existing business lines, we are also incubating multiple emerging areas of growth in line with our customer needs. With a strong export-oriented mindset, we are committed to meeting the highest international standards and are pursuing select international markets for contributing to the nation’s defence exports to our partner countries.
With technology and talent as our two foundational pillars, we are confident that Adani Defence & Aerospace will continue to play a key role in strengthening national security in the future.’
- ASHISH RAJVANSHI
CEO, ADANI DEFENCE & AEROSPACE
South Asia’slargest ammunition complex
India’s first
- private sector military UAV manufacturer exporting to global markets
- private sector small arms manufacturing facility
- private sector surface-to-air missile complex
- private sector MRO
State-of-the-art R&D Centrein Delhi for advancement in cutting-edge defence technologies
Segment Overview
Introduction
The journey of Adani Defence & Aerospace has been marked by significant milestones, achieved for the first time in India by a private sector company. Over the years, we have established state-of-the-art infrastructure, secured marquee contracts, and expanded our capabilities across missiles, small arms, unmanned systems, counter-drone technology, and ammunition manufacturing.
Our strategic roadmap is built on three key pillars:
- Build a compelling and vibrant defence ecosystem that provides a growth platform for Indian startups and MSMEs
- Collaborate with top research organisations, global partners, and Indian suppliers committed to the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision
- Complement "India for India" to "India for Global" to cater to global export markets with reliable, high-quality, and safe solutions
Adani Defence & Aerospace operates across three strategic locations—Kanpur, Gwalior, and Hyderabad. The Kanpur facility, spread over 500 acres, is set to become South Asia’s largest integrated ammunition manufacturing complex, producing small, medium, and large-calibre ammunition for the armed forces, paramilitary forces, police, and export markets. The Hyderabad Aerospace Park houses India’s first private-sector final assembly line for military-grade unmanned systems, tactical drones, and loitering munitions, along with the country’s first private-sector Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) complex. Our Gwalior facility specialises in manufacturing a diverse range of small arms for both domestic and international customers.
With a strong emphasis on indigenous innovation, we have forged strategic partnerships with global leaders and incubated a robust ecosystem of Indian SMEs, fostering a self-reliant defence manufacturing sector. We have also commissioned a state-of-the-art R&D centre in Delhi, focussed on developing unmanned systems and artillery gun capabilities. The acquisition of Air Works will further expand our Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services, unlocking synergetic potential for both civil and defence aviation sectors. This move enables us to cater to a broader customer base, reinforcing India’s position in global aerospace.
We are committed to operational excellence, ensuring timely delivery, superior quality standards, and enhanced security solutions for India's Armed Forces. Visits from customers and international delegations to our facilities have provided them firsthand insights into our advanced manufacturing processes and technological prowess. Their appreciation for our dedicated team’s efforts further underscores the importance of our strategic role in enhancing India’s defence capabilities. Aligned with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, Adani Defence & Aerospace remains dedicated to bolstering India's defence and security capabilities, driven by the pillars of innovation, sustainability, and national security.
Product/Service Offerings
Ammunition: Spanning over 500+ acres, Adani Defence & Aerospace’s Ammunition Complex is one of the largest in South Asia, producing small, medium, and large-calibre ammunition, along with missiles and munitions. The facility leverages cutting-edge technology to manufacture high-quality ammunition for both domestic and international markets.
Missiles: As a leading player in missile technology, Adani Defence and Aerospace delivers advanced threat detection, tracking, and engagement solutions across land, air, and sea. We have partnered with DRDO as a Development-cum-Production Partner (DcPP) for multiple critical projects, supplying long-range guided munitions, short and long-range missiles, and supersonic & hypersonic anti-radiation missiles for the Indian Armed Forces and global markets.
Unmanned Systems: Adani Defence and Aerospace has established India's first private Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) design, development, and manufacturing facility in Hyderabad. The Hyderabad complex, part of Adani Aerospace Park, is the first in India to produce strategic and long-endurance UAVs, tactical and mini-UAVs with ISR capabilities, and loitering munitions.
Small Arms: As India's first private sector company in the design, development, and production of small arms, Adani Defence and Aerospace operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Gwalior. Our product portfolio includes assault rifles, light machine guns, sniper rifles, carbines, and pistols, supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. These weapons are already in service with the Indian Armed Forces, CAPFs, and State Police Forces.
Aircraft Services & MRO: Following the acquisition of Air Works, India's largest private MRO company, Adani Defence and Aerospace offers comprehensive MRO services for both civil and military aviation sectors. Our services include line maintenance, heavy checks, interior refurbishment, painting, redelivery checks, avionics, and asset management for Indian and global customers.
Business Opportunities
- India ranks fourth in terms of defence expenditure in the world
- India is expected to spend $130 billion on defence modernisation over the next 5–7 years
- Positive indigenisation lists and the government’s focus on indigenous procurement are providing significant opportunities for domestic companies
- India is the world’s third-largest civil aviation market with more than 1,500 planes on order, expected to generate significant opportunities in the Aircraft Services and MRO segment
Business Edge
- World-class infrastructure in place at Kanpur, Hyderabad and Gwalior to cater to all business segments
- Best-in-class partnerships with global technology leaders, local startups and MSMEs as well as research organisations
- Strong technology backbone that ensures digital and cybersecure operations
- Deep and diverse talent pool with expertise in armed forces, commercials, manufacturing, design and research
- Robust quality organisation and business processes
- Established global partnerships for export opportunities to partner countries
Business Performance
Delivered the first set of indigenously designed UAV-launched Precision Guided Missiles (ULPGMs) and UAVs to the Indian Army
Supplied indigenously designed and developed Micro UAVs to IAF
Supplied and installed a state-of-the-art counter-drone system for the Border Security Force
Delivered the first Drishti 10 Starliner UAV to the Indian Army
Delivered the first Made-In-India surface-to-air missiles to Indian Navy and Indian Air Force.
Secured the first-ever export order for ammunition within six months of operations
Successfully tested 4th Gen VSHORADS in collaboration with DRDO under the DcPP initiative
In process to acquire Air Works India Private Limited, the largest private-sector Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) company in India
Became the only private company in India to independently integrate an air-launched missile and successfully delivered Type II NGARM(Next Generation Anti-Radiation Missiles) missiles to DRDL
Successfully conducted trials, in collaboration with DRDO, of vehicle-mounted counter-drone system equipped with both soft-kill and hard-kill laser capabilities, for the Indian Army
Sustainability Performance
- Supported Army officers’ widows' trust to support a school in Poonch district
- Supported the education of 300 economically challenged students at Ankur School, operated by the Army Navy Air Force Wives Activity (ANAWA) Trust
- The Kanpur facility will become India’s first green ammunition complex with self-sustenance in energy needs and waste management initiatives
- Committed to planting 1 million trees by 2030 across all our sites
Outlook
The defence sector is poised for significant growth, driven by increased government spending, strategic policy reforms, and geopolitical dynamics. The government of India's commitment to enhancing indigenous defence capabilities is evident in the substantial budget allocation of ₹1.8 lakhs crore for capital acquisitions in FY 2025-26. This investment underscores the nation's focus on self-reliance and modernisation of its defence forces. Geopolitical developments continue to shape the defence landscape, with ongoing conflicts and increased defence spending by Western countries creating both challenges and opportunities. The strain on global industry capacities has opened avenues for Indian defence manufacturers to fill the gap, especially in the Ammunition and Small Arms segments. Emerging and disruptive technologies are providing new growth prospects, particularly in the Unmanned systems segment. The integration of advanced technologies led by AI is expected to enhance the capabilities of defence systems, making them more efficient and effective. Overall, the defence sector is on a robust growth trajectory, supported by favourable government policies, increased budget allocations, and the changing nature of warfare and associated defence platforms.
The defence sector is poised for significant growth, driven by increased government spending, strategic policy reforms, and geopolitical dynamics. The government of India's commitment to enhancing indigenous defence capabilities is evident in the substantial budget allocation of ₹1.8 lakhs crore for capital acquisitions in FY 2025-26. This investment underscores the nation's focus on self-reliance and modernisation of its defence forces.
Geopolitical developments continue to shape the defence landscape, with ongoing conflicts and increased defence spending by Western countries creating both challenges and opportunities. The strain on global industry capacities has opened avenues for Indian defence manufacturers to fill the gap, especially in the Ammunition and Small Arms segments. Emerging and disruptive technologies are providing new growth prospects, particularly in the Unmanned systems segment. The integration of advanced technologies led by AI is expected to enhance the capabilities of defence systems, making them more efficient and effective. Overall, the defence sector is on a robust growth trajectory, supported by favourable government policies, increased budget allocations, and the changing nature of warfare and associated defence platforms.