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DEFENCE - December 2018

Dec 2018

Nov 01, 2024

Saudi Arabia and Iran Conduct Joint Naval Exercises

Saudi Arabia conducted joint naval exercises with Iran in the Sea of Oman. This event marked an important shift in relations between the two countries. Historically, Saudi Arabia and Iran have been rivals, often supporting opposing factions in regional conflicts. Their diplomatic ties were severed in 2016. However, a surprising agreement brokered by China last year (2023) led to a resumption of relations.
The joint naval exercises involved the Royal Saudi Naval Forces and the Iranian Naval Forces. These exercises took place in the Sea of Oman and included participation from other countries. The exercises signify a notable step towards military cooperation between the two former adversaries.

Oct 31, 2024

Coast Guard Launches Two Indigenous Fast Patrol Vessels for Offshore Security

The Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched two indigenous fast patrol vessels built for the Indian Coast Guard to protect offshore assets, island territories, and conduct surveillance operations.
The vessels, Adamya and Akshar, were ceremonially launched by Priya Paramesh, wife of Indian Coast Guard Director General (DG) Paramesh Sivamani. These ships have been designed and constructed in-house by GSL to meet the specific requirements of the Indian Coast Guard.
Each vessel measures 52 meters in length, with a breadth of 8 meters, a maximum speed of 27 knots, and a displacement of 320 tons, powered by a CPP-based propulsion system. The keel for both vessels was laid by Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane on August 25, 2023, and this simultaneous launch marks the first use of GSL's advanced Ship Lift System.

Oct 30, 2024

Navy Chief Tripathi Inaugurates 'Swavlamban 2024' Exhibition in Delhi

The third edition of the Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar, Swavlamban – 2024, was held in New Delhi. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi inaugurated the two-day event at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the Swavalamban.
Swavlamban – 2024 aimed at promoting the innovation and indigenisation endeavours of the Indian Navy. Several companies and start-ups participated in the Swavalamban 2024 showcasing products of niche technologies such as air and surface surveillance, autonomous systems in surface, aerial, and underwater domains, AI, and quantum technologies.

Oct 29, 2024

PM Modi, Spanish PM Inaugurate C295 Military Transport Aircraft Setup

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez inaugurated a new facility in Vadodara, Gujarat that will produce C295 military transport aircraft. The first private sector facility to build military aircraft in India will get a boost as additional orders are being processed that will bring more work to the Indian defence ecosystem.
As per reports, the facility will produce a total of 52 aircraft - 40 for the Air Force and 12 for the Navy and Coast Guard. The additional order for 15 aircraft for the Navy and Coast Guard - 3 will be bought off the shelf and rest produced in India - has been okayed by the defence ministry and is being processed.

Oct 28, 2024

GRSE's Seventh ASW Ship, 'Abhay', Joins Indian Navy Fleet

The Indian Navy's seventh Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named 'Abhay', was launched at M/s L&T's Kattupalli facility. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), this vessel marks a significant addition to India's maritime defense capabilities.
The launch ceremony was overseen by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-in-C) of the Eastern Naval Command, with Mrs. Sandhya Pendharkar, President of the Navy Wives Welfare Association (NWWA) Eastern Region, performing the ceremonial launch.
The contract for building eight ASW SWC ships was signed between the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and GRSE, Kolkata, in April 2019.

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