Tirupati Forge Secures Defence License for Artillery Shell Manufacturing
Tirupati Forge Limited received an industrial license for manufacturing artillery shells. The company plans pilot manufacturing runs in December 2026 with an initial capacity of 150,000 units annually. This move aims to strengthen India's defense manufacturing and tap into global demand.
The acquisition of a defense manufacturing license for artillery shells is a major strategic development that will significantly impact the company's future revenue and market position within the defense sector, both domestically and globally.
The company has obtained a strategic industrial license for manufacturing artillery shells, which is a significant achievement and positions them strongly in the defense sector. This is expected to open new revenue streams and contribute to national self-reliance.
Tirupati Forge Limited has announced the receipt of a strategic industrial license under the Indian Arms Act, 1959, for the manufacturing of various sizes of empty artillery shells. This license covers artillery ammunition variants including HE M107, HE L15A1, Extended Range Full Bore (ERFB), ERFB Base Bleed (BB), and ERFB Boat Tail (BT) under the 155mm category.
The company has an initial production capability of 150,000 units annually, with plans to scale up output at its advanced production center. Pilot manufacturing runs are scheduled to commence in December 2026, with a transition to full-scale industrial commercialization planned thereafter.
This move aligns with the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative and is expected to open lucrative revenue channels by leveraging the company's high-precision engineering expertise. Rigorous quality control and operational safety standards will be maintained, adhering to the exacting benchmarks of the defense sector.
Mr. Hitesh Thummar, Chairman and Managing Director, stated that securing this license is a monumental milestone, testifying to the company's engineering capabilities and precision expertise. He added that this will elevate Tirupati Forge's position in the global defense landscape and strengthen India's strategic sovereignty, while also acting as a catalyst for corporate growth.
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