Saab has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to collaborate on the Electronic Warfare land Laser Warning System-310 (LWS-310). This agreement builds on a strong partnership between Saab in South Africa and HAL that began in 2005 during the development of the Advanced Light Helicopter Programme.
The MOU provides for a Maintenance Transfer of Technology, which aligns with the Indian Defence Procurement Procedure, enabling HAL to gain the capability to manufacture LWS-310 within India. This includes establishing the necessary infrastructure, training programmes, and transferring technical expertise from Saab to HAL to ensure long-term support for the system.
“This agreement demonstrates Saab’s commitment to providing long-term defence capabilities through strategic collaboration. Our partnership with HAL extends the reach of advanced electronic warfare solutions, not only in India but also in other key markets on HAL platforms,” said Jan Widerström, President and Managing Director at Saab Grintek Defence.
With rapid threat warning and threat classification, LWS-310 enables a combat management system to deploy effective countermeasures against laser threats, further enhancing situational awareness and self-protection capabilities for combat vehicles.
