Dassault Partners With Tata Advanced Systems to Manufacture Rafale Fuselage

Dassault Partners With Tata Advanced Systems to Manufacture Rafale Fuselage

Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited have signed four Production Transfer Agreements to manufacture the 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.

Under the scope of the partnership, Tata Advanced Systems will set up a cutting-edge production facility in Hyderabad for the manufacture of key structural sections of the 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 in FY2028, with the facility expected to deliver up to two complete fuselages per month.

“For the first time, Rafale fuselages will be produced 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 the Rafale and, with our support, will meet our quality and competitiveness requirements,” said Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation, Eric Trappier.

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Tata Advanced Systems Limited, Sukaran Singh said, “This partnership marks a significant step in India’s aerospace journey. The production of the complete Rafale fuselage in India underscores the deepening trust in Tata Advanced Systems’ capabilities and the strength of our collaboration with Dassault Aviation. It also reflects the remarkable progress India has made in establishing a modern, robust aerospace manufacturing ecosystem that can support global platforms.”

The signing of these contracts reflects Dassault Aviation’s strong commitment to India’s ‘Make in India’ and AatmaNirbhar initiatives. This partnership aims to strengthen India’s position as a key player in the global aerospace supply chain while supporting its goal of greater economic self-reliance.

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems becomes TKMS

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, launched a new brand identity for itself on June 4. According to its press statement, from now on, the Company will operate under the new brand name TKMS and the new tagline ‘Your Maritime Powerhouse’. The new name and the new brand represent an important milestone along the path to the independent positioning of TKMS.

The introduction of the new brand was celebrated with a major event in Kiel where thousands of employees and guests experienced the brand launch live on site and online worldwide. Later in the evening, a drone, light and laser show immersed the event on the Kiel Fjord in the company’s new colours. The rebranding of the TKMS locations will take place in stages:

initially at the main locations in Kiel and Bremen, then at the other facilities in Germany and abroad. The companies of the TKMS Group will be renamed accordingly under the new umbrella brand.

CEO of TKMS, Oliver Burkhard declared: “Our new brand identity helps us to be perceived even more strongly as an independent company, in line with our plans to be listed on the stock exchange later this year. The abbreviation TKMS, used extensively thus far, is now a separate brand that combines our tradition, our present and our future. It is bold and stands for technological excellence, precision and clarity. All in line with our claim ‘Your Maritime Powerhouse’.

“TKMS symbolises the One Company philosophy: As an integrated systems house, we are the only German naval company to unite all maritime fields under one roof. Not only do we have a long tradition of technical excellence, we also have a very pleasing track record—not least due to the numerous orders we have received in recent months. This spurs us on and we will continue to strengthen our leading role.”