Hyderabad, India – March 28, 2024 – Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a world-class aerospace and defense company, has opened AeroSpace Services India (ASI), its Indian subsidiary in New Delhi. The opening of ASI is a strong demonstration of IAI’s strong collaboration with the Indian government’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’- MAKE IN INDIA vision. This also shows the commitment to the strong partnership between IAI and DRDO in developing and supporting advanced systems for the Indian armed forces.

ASI trades in Indian Rupees and is the sole authorized OEM’s Technical Representative for the entire Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system. MRSAM is an advanced and innovative air and missile defense system that provides ultimate protection against a variety of aerial platforms. It is used by the Indian army, air force and navy. The system includes an advanced phased array radar, command and control, mobile launchers, and interceptors with advanced RF seeker. MRSAM is jointly developed by IAI and DRDO for the Indian forces.

IAI’s President and CEO, Boaz Levy: “IAI proudly presents ASI as our first major milestone towards India’s ATMANIRBHAR BHARAT vision on self-reliance. INDIA & ISRAEL’s partnership has witnessed state-of-the-art achievement. This growth and development will create history when our two nations will foster IAI’s technology and India’s talent and expertise in the Defence sector. Together we will make Bharat ATMANIRBHAR”

“Over the past 30 years, IAI has worked closely with our Indian partners collaborating on some of the latest technologies. Our new ASI office will allow us to further that commitment,” said Danny Lauber, CEO Aerospace Services India (ASI). “We have a fabulous team of local professionals, and we are working together with our partners in the public and private sectors on the ground.”

ASI boasts a workforce of approximately 50 employees, with 97% being Indian nationals. Headquartered in Delhi, ASI’s strategically located branches extend its services across the entirety of the Indian subcontinent, reaffirming its commitment to nationwide coverage and customer satisfaction.

With its new facilities on the ground, ASI can significantly reduce turnaround times for repairs and service operations, ensuring swift and efficient support to our esteemed customers. Additionally, by operating locally, ASI is committed to reducing the cost of services and repairs, thereby providing tangible benefits to its valued customers.

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is a global leader in defense and commercial aerospace, providing its customers with state-of-the-art systems for air, ground, sea, space and cyberspace applications. IAI promotes its technological leadership through applied research in cutting-edge core technologies and hybrid open innovation in collaboration with its surrounding business environment, including universities, start-up companies and government R&D entities.

IAI works closely with the international innovation business environment including Government R&D Officials, cutting-edge start-ups, research centers and academia to efficiently enable the transition of ideas into viable products and systems. For more information.

AeroSpace Services India (ASI) is the Indian subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a world-class aerospace and defence company. ASI, a leader in defence innovation for Atmanirbhar Bharat, enhances Indian Armed Forces with unmatched tech support. ASI offers tailored solutions that combine system maintenance expertise and advanced technology to keep India’s Defence assets optimally operational and battle-ready

ASI strives to be the preferred services partner by continually exceeding customer expectations, allowing end users to focus on their mission at hand. As a reliable and recognised service provider, Aerospace Services India has joined the Make in India – Atmanirbhar Bharat project, giving India access to cutting-edge technology to meet consumer expectations.

ASI comprises a team of skilled and dedicated employees committed to delivering unmatched services, innovative technology, and establishing enduring partnerships with our customers.