Updated On: 09 February, 2026 03:32 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Adani Defence & Aerospace and Italy’s Leonardo have partnered to set up an integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India, aimed at meeting the Indian Armed Forces’ needs and boosting Make in India. The collaboration will focus on Leonardo’s AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters, with indigenisation, MRO and training facilities
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The country will need around 100 helicopters annually for the next 10 years. Representational pic
Adani Group and Italian major Leonardo on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership to establish an integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India.
The move will be a significant boost for the 'Make In India' efforts and to make the country more self-reliant. The manufacturing ecosystem will look to address military demands and boost India's self-reliance in helicopter production.