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The Print
30-06-2025
- The Print
All about INS Tamal, the last overseas-built frigate set to guard India's western waters
Though constructed abroad, INS Tamal features over 26 percent indigenous systems, including the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile capable of striking both land and sea targets. Once commissioned, the 125 metre long and 3,900 tonne frigate will be deployed with the Navy's Western Naval Command, which oversees operations in the Arabian Sea and the western Indian Ocean, an area that includes waters near Karachi and along India's west coast. New Delhi: INS Tamal, a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate and the last warship to be constructed overseas for the Indian Navy, will be commissioned during a ceremony in Kaliningrad, Russia, on Tuesday. Among the frigate's key systems is the 'SHTIL' vertical launch air defence system, which includes the vertical launch short-range air-to-air missile (VLSRAAM) and the medium-range surface-to-air missile (MRSAM), both capable of engaging cruise missiles, helicopters, ballistic threats and even sea-and shore-based targets. The warship is further armed with the 'A-190-01' 100 mm naval cannon or naval artillery system that offers improved accuracy and a higher rate of fire compared to its predecessors. For close-range defence, it retains the AK-630 30 mm Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), designed to intercept low-flying threats such as drones and incoming anti-ship missiles. The CIWS can fire at a rate of up to 5,000 rounds per minute, providing a critical last line of defence. Sources in the Navy said that the guided missile frigate is capable of operating both air early warning and multi-role helicopters, including Kamov-28, which specialises in anti-submarine warfare (ASW), and Kamov-31, designed for airborne early warning (AEW) missions. They further explained that the ship's combat capabilities are augmented by a range of network-centric warfare features and a sophisticated electronic warfare suite. 'With a high firepower-to-tonnage ratio, extended operational range and a top speed of over 30 knots, Tamal is expected to offer significant combat capability. Equipped with long-range cruise missiles, the frigate can engage targets at distances of up to 450 kilometres,' one of the sources said. The vessel features a next-gen electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) system for better target acquisition and tracking in both day and night operations. As for anti-submarine warfare, it is armed with heavyweight torpedoes and the RBU-6000 rocket launcher, which can rapidly engage underwater threats. The homegrown HUMSA NG MK-II hull mounted sonar system, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), is also integrated with the anti-submarine weapon firing complex. Complementing its weaponry is a comprehensive set of surveillance, fire-control radars and combat management systems, enhancing the ship's situational awareness and response capability in multi-domain operations. A statement by the Navy said that the number of made-in-India systems has more than doubled to 33. 'Major Indian OEMs involved in the frigate were BrahMos Aerospace Private Ltd , BEL, Keltron, Nova Integrated Systems from Tata, Elcome Marine, Johnson Controls India and many more,' it said. Over 250 personnel will operate INS Tamal, having undergone extensive training in St. Petersburg and Kaliningrad. Their preparation included cold-weather trials, high-sea combat simulations and live weapon firing exercises. The frigate has completed a three-month cycle of sea trials, during which its weapons, sensors and onboard systems were rigorously tested and validated. The Tamal will be the second frigate of the upgraded Tushil class (Project 11356.6), which builds on the capabilities of the earlier Talwar and Teg classes, each comprising three ships. India and Russia had inked an intergovernmental contract worth Rs 21,000 crore in 2016 to cover the construction of four stealth frigates. INS Tushil and INS Tamal were built at Russia's Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad at a cost of around Rs 8,000 crore. The remaining two (what the Navy refers to as the Triput class) are being constructed at Goa Shipyard Ltd with Russian design support and technology transfer at Rs 13,000 crore. Once all four ships are commissioned, the Indian Navy will operate a fleet of ten frigates across four closely related classes, ensuring a degree of commonality in weapons, sensors and onboard systems. (Edited by Tony Rai) Also Read: IAF lost 'some' jets in Op Sindoor over political constraint to not hit military—Indian Defence Attaché
Mint
13-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Multibagger small-cap defence stock jumps 4% to 2-month high after securing export orders. Do you hold it?
Defence stocks in focus today: Shares of DCX Systems—a company specializing in system integration and cable & wire harnessing—jumped 4.12% in early trade on Tuesday, hitting a two-month high after the company secured fresh export orders. In an exchange filing on Monday, the company informed investors that it had bagged export orders worth ₹ 28.60 crore from Israeli defense majors and other overseas clients. The order is for the manufacture and supply of CIWS antennas and cable & wire harness assemblies, according to the company's regulatory filing. Earlier in February, the company had secured a similar order worth ₹ 4.79 crore from Bharat Electronics for the supply of cable and wire harness assemblies. In mid-April, the company entered into a joint venture with Elta Systems, a unit of Israel Aerospace Industries. The JV focuses on the development of Airborne Maritime Radar Systems, Fire Control Radar Systems, and other radar solutions for airborne and land-based applications under India's "Make in India" initiative. DCX Systems, a leading player in India's defense manufacturing sector, offers end-to-end solutions for the production of electronic systems, sub-systems, and cable & wire harness assemblies for both domestic and international clients. The company is strategically positioned to benefit from the global rise in defense spending, which is projected to grow to $2,652 billion by 2027. This growth is being driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions, the modernization of armed forces, shifting global power dynamics, technological advancements, and evolving policy frameworks. In line with global trends, the defense electronics market is also set for robust growth. Projections suggest it will expand to $237 billion by 2030, with the Indian market expected to grow from $2.58 billion in 2022 to $7.2 billion by 2030, according to recent estimates. After experiencing a sharp decline, DCX Systems' shares regained strength in April, ending the month with a 24% gain. The momentum has continued into the current month, with the stock rising another 8% so far. Between March 2023 and January 2024, the shares witnessed a strong rally, delivering a return of 185%. In July 2024, the stock touched a record high of ₹ 451. At current levels, it remains about 32% below that peak. However, the stock is trading with 120% gains from March 2023 lows. Disclaimer: The views and recommendations given in this article are those of individual analysts. These do not represent the views of Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Business Standard
13-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
DCX Systems edges higher after bagging export order from various international clients
DCX Systems added 1.62% to Rs 302 after the company announced that it has bagged exports orders worth Rs 28.60 crore from various clients. The company has received an order worth Rs 13.60 crore for manufacture and supply of CIWS antenna from Israel-based ELTA Systems. Furthermore, DCX Systems secured additional contracts totaling Rs 15 crore for the manufacture and supply of cable and wire harness assemblies to ELTA Systems, Rafael Advanced Defence Systems (Israel), Elbit Systems (Israel), and other international clients. DCX Systems is an Indian defense manufacturer specializing in the production and supply of electronic systems, subsystems, and cable & wire harness assemblies for international and domestic customers. On a consolidated basis, net profit of DCX Systems declined 25.19% to Rs 10.01 crore while net sales rose 0.93% to Rs 200.01 crore in Q3 December 2024 over Q3 December 2023.
