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Dassault, Tata join hands to make Rafale fighter jet parts in India
- IBJ Bureau
- Jun 06, 2025
Rafale manufacturer Dassault Aviation has partnered with the Tata Group to manufacture some parts of the fighter jets for India and other global markets. As a part of this partnership, a manufacturing facility will be set up in Hyderabad.
“Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) have signed four production transfer agreements to manufacture Rafale fighter aircraft fuselage in India, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the country’s aerospace manufacturing capabilities and supporting global supply chains. This facility represents a significant investment in India’s aerospace infrastructure and will serve as a critical hub for high-precision manufacturing,” a press statement has said.
Under the scope of the partnership, TASL will set up a cutting-edge production facility in Hyderabad for the manufacture of key structural sections of Rafale, including the lateral shells of the rear fuselage, the complete rear section, the central fuselage and the front section. The first fuselage sections are expected to roll off the assembly line by 2028, with the facility expected to deliver up to two complete fuselages per month, the statement adds.
“This is the first time that Rafale fuselage will be manufactured outside France. This is a decisive step in strengthening our supply chain in India. Thanks to the expansion of our local partners, including TASL, one of the major players in the Indian aerospace industry, this supply chain will contribute to the successful ramp-up of Rafale,” the statement has added.
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