Mumbai, Nov. 25 -- Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range (HAMMER) is a combat-proven, precision-guided weapon compatible with aircraft such as Rafale and LCA Tejas.

The agreement was signed in New Delhi on 24 November 2025 by BEL CMD Manoj Jain and SED executive vice president Alexandre Ziegler, in the presence of senior Defence Ministry officials and Safran leadership.

The joint venture cooperation agreement (JVCA) formalises the intent outlined in an MoU signed during Aero India 2025. The proposed joint venture will be a 50:50 private limited company. It will localise production, supply and maintenance of HAMMER systems for the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy.

The indigenisation level will gradually rise to 60%, covering key ...