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Zawya
22-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
EDGE, Megha join hands to open small arms factory in India
Caracal, a leading small arms manufacturer from the UAE and an entity within EDGE Group, in collaboration with Icomm Tele Limited, a group company of Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited (MEIL), today (April 21) inaugurated a top-class small arms manufacturing facility at its integrated engineering facility in Hyderabad. This exclusive facility will serve as a local manufacturing hub for a comprehensive portfolio of advanced weapons under a historic Technology Transfer (ToT) agreement with Caracal, marking a landmark milestone in UAE–India defence collaboration. Under this initiative, the facility will produce: *The mission-proven CAR 816 close-quarters battle rifle, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO *The highly-reliable CAR 817 assault rifle, chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO *The lightweight CSR 338 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum *The lightweight CSR 308 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .308 Winchester *The highly-accurate CSR 50 bolt-action anti-materiel sniper rifle, chambered in 12.7x99mm NATO *The modern CMP9 submachine gun, chambered in 9x19mm *The versatile Caracal EF and Caracal F GEN II combat pistols, chambered in 9x19mm These next-generation weapons will serve the critical needs of: Indian Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Special Forces, State Police Forces, and SPG, and also cater to global export requirements of Caracal. Sumanth Paturu, Managing Director, Icomm Tele, said: "This facility stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to India's defence forces and our belief in the vision of our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for Aatmanirbhar Bharat." "At Icomm, we are not just making in India, we are making for India and for the world, with precision, pride and purpose," he stated. "With Caracal by our side as a trusted and visionary partner, we are building more than world-class weapons - we are building a bold, self-reliant India. This is our salute to every soldier, and our promise to deliver quality that protects, empowers and inspires," he added. Caracal CEO Hamad Alameri said: 'The launch of the Icomm Caracal Small Arms Complex marks a milestone in our efforts to support the Indian market and defence industry." As the first small arms technology transfer from the UAE to India, the factory further highlights our commitment to Prime Minister Modi's Make in India initiative. With successful technical qualification by two Special Forces units and strong progress in army trials, we are proud to deepen our role in India's defence ecosystem," stated Alameri. "Icomm has proven to be a highly capable and reliable partner, with world-class manufacturing expertise and a deep commitment to national self-reliance," he added.- TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
21-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
EDGE, Megha join hands to open small arms factory in India
Caracal, a leading small arms manufacturer from the UAE and an entity within EDGE Group, in collaboration with Icomm Tele Limited, a group company of Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited (MEIL), today (April 21) inaugurated a top-class small arms manufacturing facility at its integrated engineering facility in Hyderabad. This exclusive facility will serve as a local manufacturing hub for a comprehensive portfolio of advanced weapons under a historic Technology Transfer (ToT) agreement with Caracal, marking a landmark milestone in UAE–India defence collaboration. Under this initiative, the facility will produce: *The mission-proven CAR 816 close-quarters battle rifle, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO *The highly-reliable CAR 817 assault rifle, chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO *The lightweight CSR 338 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum *The lightweight CSR 308 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .308 Winchester *The highly-accurate CSR 50 bolt-action anti-materiel sniper rifle, chambered in 12.7x99mm NATO *The modern CMP9 submachine gun, chambered in 9x19mm *The versatile Caracal EF and Caracal F GEN II combat pistols, chambered in 9x19mm These next-generation weapons will serve the critical needs of: Indian Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Special Forces, State Police Forces, and SPG, and also cater to global export requirements of Caracal. Sumanth Paturu, Managing Director, Icomm Tele, said: "This facility stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to India's defence forces and our belief in the vision of our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for Aatmanirbhar Bharat." "At Icomm, we are not just making in India, we are making for India and for the world, with precision, pride and purpose," he stated. "With Caracal by our side as a trusted and visionary partner, we are building more than world-class weapons - we are building a bold, self-reliant India. This is our salute to every soldier, and our promise to deliver quality that protects, empowers and inspires," he added. Caracal CEO Hamad Alameri said: 'The launch of the Icomm Caracal Small Arms Complex marks a milestone in our efforts to support the Indian market and defence industry."
The Print
21-04-2025
- Business
- The Print
CRPF to hold fresh trials for procurement of 200 sniper rifles after intervention by Delhi HC
While SSS Defence cleared the 100-metre, 800-metre and 1,000-metre field trials, it failed in the 400-metre. Sources in the defence and security establishment said Indian small arms manufacturer SSS Defence challenged the tendering process in court after two other competitors used superior ammunition than the one specified by the CRPF. According to the petition filed by SSS Defence, CRPF had issued a tender for procurement of 200 sniper rifles, along with 20,000 numbers of .338 Lapua Magnum ball/lock base ammunition. New Delhi: The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is set to conduct a retrial for the procurement of 200 sniper rifles and 20,000 ammunition following intervention of the Delhi High Court, ThePrint has learnt. It was then revealed that while SSS Defence used ammunition specified by CRPF, its two competitors used Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT) ammunition—which provides more stability and better accuracy—in the field trials. Use of HPBT rounds provided the other two bidders, PLR Systems (a joint venture between Adani Group and Israel Weapon Industries) and ICOMM (a MEIL group company in collaboration with CARACAL from UAE), an unfair advantage, argued SSS Defence before the Delhi High Court. On 8 April, the high court interim order noted that CRPF offered to hold a retrial as per the requirements of the tender, and quashed SSS Defence's disqualification from the process. The three bidders for the contract had all failed various parts of the two field trials held in January and February of this year, however, SSS Defence was the only bidder to be disqualified. The first field trial held in Pune in January, saw the SSS Defence sniper rifle clear the 400-metre test, while PLR failed. However, given that the trial was inconclusive, it was decided to hold a second field trial in February. It was after the second trials were concluded, that SSS Defence noticed the difference in the ammunition used by the two other bidders and at the end of February raised the violation of tender norms with the authorities. This was followed up with meetings with CRPF officials. But at the end of March, SSS Defence received a notice that their bid was rejected during the technical evaluation stage of the bid, without any reasoning given. Subsequently, SSS Defence approached Delhi High Court, which in an order dated 8 April, quashed rejection of its bid, while CRPF submitted to the court that it would hold a retrial for procurement of 200 sniper rifles. SSS Defence is a Bengaluru based small arms manufacturer which last year bagged and fulfilled a contract for the export of .338 Lapua Magnum calibre sniper rifle to a friendly foreign country. It was the first time an Indian manufacturer exported sniper rifles to a foreign country. Last year, the CEO of the Bengaluru-based small arms manufacturer in a rare instance, spoke out against the Indian Army's fresh order for 73,000 SIG 716 G2 rifles from the US. Also Read: Indians prefer tech tie-ups to atmanirbharta, US & Israel as partners—Takshashila Institution survey Procurement process in a nutshell The original tender was floated in September 2024, with a clear requirement for 200 sniper rifles, along with a day scope and 20,000 rounds of the .338 Lapua Magnum ball/lock base ammunition. In December 2024, SSS Defence submitted two rifles along with ammunition as samples to the CRPF. Field trials were scheduled for January 2025, in Pune. But the tests were inconclusive, which led to a second set of field trials organised for February 2025. The second field trials were held in Gurugram at the end of February, following which SSS Defence noticed discrepancies in ammunition used by the other bidders. Despite raising it with the authorities at the end of March, it was rejected by CRPF during the technical evaluation stage. On 8 April, the Delhi High Court ordered the quashing of the rejection, and ruled that the process would be held again and completed within 45 days. (Edited by Amrtansh Arora) Also Read: Kerala Police has its eyes on Indo-Russian AK-203, set to be first police force to procure it
Mid East Info
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Mid East Info
CARACAL and ICOMM Inaugurate State-of-the-Art Small Arms Manufacturing Facility in Hyderabad Under ‘Make in India' & Aatmanirbhar Bharat Vision
EDGE entity CARACAL sign Licensing Agreement with India's ICOMM (Group Company of MEIL) for localised production of CARACAL firearms The agreement marks the first-ever Transfer of Technology for defence articles from UAE to India Hyderabad, India/Abu Dhabi, UAE:CARACAL, a leading small arms manufacturer from the UAE and an entity within EDGE Group, in collaboration with ICOMM Tele Ltd, a group company of Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd (MEIL), today inaugurated a world-class small arms manufacturing facility at ICOMM's Integrated Engineering Facility in Hyderabad. This exclusive facility will serve as a local manufacturing hub for a comprehensive portfolio of advanced weapons under a historic Technology Transfer (ToT) agreement with CARACAL, marking a landmark milestone in UAE–India defence collaboration. Under this initiative, the facility will produce: The mission-proven CAR 816 close-quarters battle rifle, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO The highly-reliable CAR 817 assault rifle, chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO The lightweight CSR 338 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum The lightweight CSR 308 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .308 Winchester The highly-accurate CSR 50 bolt-action anti-materiel sniper rifle, chambered in 12.7x99mm NATO The modern CMP9 submachine gun, chambered in 9x19mm The versatile CARACAL EF and CARACAL F GEN II combat pistols, chambered in 9x19mm These next-generation weapons will serve the critical needs of: Indian Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Special Forces, State Police Forces, and SPG, and also cater to global export requirements of CARACAL. Sumanth Paturu, Managing Director, ICOMM Tele Ltd, said: 'This facility stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to India's defence forces and our belief in the vision of our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for Aatmanirbhar Bharat . At ICOMM, we are not just making in India, we are making for India and for the world, with precision, pride and purpose. With CARACAL by our side as a trusted and visionary partner, we are building more than world-class weapons—we are building a bold, self-reliant India. This is our salute to every soldier, and our promise to deliver quality that protects, empowers and inspires.' Hamad Alameri, CEO of CARACAL, said: 'The launch of the ICOMM CARACAL Small Arms Complex marks a milestone in our efforts to support the Indian market and defence industry. As the first small arms technology transfer from the UAE to India, the factory further highlights our commitment to Prime Minister Modi's Make in India initiative. With successful technical qualification by two Special Forces units and strong progress in army trials, we are proud to deepen our role in India's defence ecosystem. ICOMM has proven to be a highly capable and reliable partner, with world-class manufacturing expertise and a deep commitment to national self-reliance.' The facility is a cornerstone in India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India journey, blending global technology with Indian manufacturing excellence. It will also support CARACAL's international programmes, strengthening India's role as a trusted global defence production hub.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
CARACAL and ICOMM inaugurate state-of-the-art small arms manufacturing facility in Hyderabad
EDGE entity CARACAL sign Licensing Agreement with India's ICOMM (Group Company of MEIL) for localised production of CARACAL firearms The agreement marks the first-ever Transfer of Technology for defence articles from UAE to India Hyderabad, India/Abu Dhabi, UAE – CARACAL, a leading small arms manufacturer from the UAE and an entity within EDGE Group, in collaboration with ICOMM Tele Ltd, a group company of Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd (MEIL), today inaugurated a world-class small arms manufacturing facility at ICOMM's Integrated Engineering Facility in Hyderabad. This exclusive facility will serve as a local manufacturing hub for a comprehensive portfolio of advanced weapons under a historic Technology Transfer (ToT) agreement with CARACAL, marking a landmark milestone in UAE–India defence collaboration. Under this initiative, the facility will produce: The mission-proven CAR 816 close-quarters battle rifle, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO The highly-reliable CAR 817 assault rifle, chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO The lightweight CSR 338 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum The lightweight CSR 308 bolt-action sniper rifle, chambered in .308 Winchester The highly-accurate CSR 50 bolt-action anti-materiel sniper rifle, chambered in 12.7x99mm NATO The modern CMP9 submachine gun, chambered in 9x19mm The versatile CARACAL EF and CARACAL F GEN II combat pistols, chambered in 9x19mm These next-generation weapons will serve the critical needs of: Indian Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Special Forces, State Police Forces, and SPG, and also cater to global export requirements of CARACAL. Sumanth Paturu, Managing Director, ICOMM Tele Ltd, said: 'This facility stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to India's defence forces and our belief in the vision of our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for Aatmanirbhar Bharat. At ICOMM, we are not just making in India, we are making for India and for the world, with precision, pride and purpose. With CARACAL by our side as a trusted and visionary partner, we are building more than world-class weapons—we are building a bold, self-reliant India. This is our salute to every soldier, and our promise to deliver quality that protects, empowers and inspires.' Hamad Alameri, CEO of CARACAL, said: 'The launch of the ICOMM CARACAL Small Arms Complex marks a milestone in our efforts to support the Indian market and defence industry. As the first small arms technology transfer from the UAE to India, the factory further highlights our commitment to Prime Minister Modi's Make in India initiative. With successful technical qualification by two Special Forces units and strong progress in army trials, we are proud to deepen our role in India's defence ecosystem. ICOMM has proven to be a highly capable and reliable partner, with world-class manufacturing expertise and a deep commitment to national self-reliance." The facility is a cornerstone in India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India journey, blending global technology with Indian manufacturing excellence. It will also support CARACAL's international programmes, strengthening India's role as a trusted global defence production hub. About EDGE Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive. With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into six core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Trading & Mission Support, Technology & Innovation, and Homeland Security. For more information, visit For media enquiries, please contact: EDGE Group Press Office media@ About CARACAL Established in 2007, CARACAL is a regional leader in high-performance small arms. The company designs, manufactures, tests, and maintains small mission-proven firearms, including combat pistols, modern submachine guns, tactical assault rifles, and precision sniper rifles for law enforcement, security, and military forces. CARACAL's production legacy of 15+ years is reflected in the quality, performance, and dependability of its growing range of weapons, incorporating the latest technological advances, developed to address the evolving challenges of modern warfare as well as the diverse mission requirements of customers in the UAE and abroad. CARACAL is part of the Missiles & Weapons cluster of EDGE Group, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups. For more information, please visit About ICOMM ICOMM is one of India's leading defence & integrated engineering firms, with deep expertise across missiles & sub-systems, Airborne Systems, Electronic Warfare Communications, radars, drones, electro-optics, Shelters and Composites systems. Its 110-acre facility in Hyderabad is a centre of excellence for high-end defence manufacturing. For more information, please visit About MEIL (Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd) MEIL is one of India's largest infrastructure conglomerates, operating in sectors including irrigation, water, hydrocarbons, transport, power, telecom, and defence. With a global footprint in over 20 countries and a workforce of 40,000+, MEIL delivers complex, large-scale infrastructure with unmatched speed & quality. For more information visit
