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Centum Electronics has secured a Phase-1 contract worth INR66 crore from Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) to design and develop an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar for the Utility Helicopter Maritime (UH-M) programme. The total contract value stands at INR78 crore, including taxes, and will be executed over the next two financial years. The radar is intended to strengthen maritime surveillance by enabling detection and tracking of multiple targets. A larger production phase, estimated at around INR500 crore over five years, may follow after successful development.
Centum Electronics has received a contract valued at INR66 crore from Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) for the design and development of an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar system for the Utility Helicopter Maritime (UH-M) programme. The company informed that the Phase-1 order carries a gross value of INR78 crore, including applicable taxes, and will be executed over the next two financial years. Advertisement
The AESA radar being developed is meant specifically for maritime operations. It will enable the UH-M platform to detect, classify and track multiple targets over sea, thereby improving surveillance capability and operational awareness. AESA radars are known for faster scanning, better reliability and the ability to manage several targets simultaneously, which makes them suitable for naval and coastal missions.
The Utility Helicopter Maritime programme is aimed at strengthening India's naval aviation capability with multi-role helicopters designed for surveillance and operational support. The integration of an indigenous radar system aligns with broader efforts to enhance domestic defence manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports in sensitive technologies.
Centum Electronics stated that upon successful completion of Phase-1 development, the programme is expected to move to Phase-2. This next phase would involve serial production and delivery of radar systems over a five-year period, with an estimated order value of around INR500 crore. However, this will depend on HAL placing the follow-on production order.
Centum has been expanding its presence in defence electronics, including radar subsystems, electronic modules and mission-critical systems. The collaboration with HAL adds to its ongoing work in aerospace and defence projects, particularly in high-reliability electronic systems. HAL, as India's primary aerospace and defence manufacturer, has been leading multiple indigenous helicopter and aircraft programmes for the armed forces.
This order marks a step forward for Centum in advanced radar development and positions the company for a larger role in future defence aviation projects, subject to successful execution of the current development phase.
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