In a significant push towards defence indigenisation, Reliance Defence has partnered with Germany’s Diehl Defence to locally manufacture the cutting-edge Vulcano 155mm precision-guided munition system. The agreement marks a critical stride in India’s ambition to reduce reliance on foreign military imports and strengthen its domestic defence production capabilities.

Announced on June 10, the strategic cooperation will see Reliance Defence take the lead as the prime manufacturer, with Diehl Defence supplying core technologies and guidance systems. The advanced artillery shells—designed for long-range, high-precision strikes—will be produced at a greenfield facility in Ratnagiri’s Watad Industrial Area, part of the upcoming Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City.

The Vulcano 155mm system is equipped with laser and GPS-guided navigation, capable of hitting targets with exceptional accuracy. Its inclusion in India’s artillery arsenal will significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the armed forces, especially in high-stakes combat situations that demand precision over volume.

Reliance Defence anticipates the partnership could generate business worth Rs 10,000 crore, underlining the growing market for precision ammunition and the strategic value of localising such technologies. The project is expected to deliver more than 50% indigenous content, supporting India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ vision and contributing to the government’s Rs 50,000 crore defence export goal by 2029.

With this collaboration, Reliance Defence positions itself at the forefront of India’s next-gen ammunition manufacturing drive, bringing together global expertise and local execution for a future-ready military.