Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has partnered with Exail to offer an advanced unmanned mine counter-measure (MCM) suite for the Indian Navy’s upcoming Mine Counter Measure Vessels (MCMVs) programme.
Under the partnership, L&T will act as the prime contractor and offer the unmanned MCM suite to shipyards participating in the Indian Navy’s proposed programme for 12 mine counter measure vessels. France-based Exail will serve as the technology partner.
The companies said the system will use autonomous and remotely operated technologies to detect, classify, identify and neutralise naval mines from a safe distance.
Focus on maritime security and indigenous manufacturing
The partnership aims to strengthen India’s mine warfare capabilities and improve maritime security, while also deepening Indo-French defence cooperation.
The companies added that the programme aligns with the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives. The collaboration will include local industrial participation and capability development in India.
According to the companies, Exail’s mine countermeasure technologies are already being used by several navies globally and have been tested in real-world operations.
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