The Indian Army has commissioned its first overhauled Armoured Recovery Vehicle (ARV) VT-72B from the 512 Army Base Workshop (ABW) in Pune on 17 September 2025. Airbornics Defence & Space Private Limited (ADSL), part of the JCBL Group, acted as the exclusive industry partner for the project, representing a key milestone in defence–industry cooperation.
Under this initiative, ADSL carried out a complete overhaul of the ARV VT-72B’s Utility Portion. The work included dismantling the vehicle, replacing critical systems, and repairing or swapping Major Unit Assemblies (MUAs).
ADSL’s engineering team collaborated closely with Army personnel at 512 ABW to maintain high standards of accuracy and reliability throughout the process. Lt Gen Amardeep Singh Aujla, Master General Sustenance, praised the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) for their outstanding efforts and acknowledged JCBL Group and ADSL for their contribution as the Army’s industry partner.
Rishi Aggarwal, Managing Director of JCBL Group, remarked, “Partnering with the Indian Army for the VT-72B overhaul has been a privilege. This effort underlines our dedication to strengthening India’s defence preparedness with top-tier engineering solutions and infrastructure.”
The flag-off ceremony was attended by senior Indian Army officials, including MGEME Southern Command; Lt Gen JS Sidana, Director General, Corps of EME; Maj Gen Lalit Kapoor; Maj Gen PS Bindra, Commander, Base Workshop Group; along with JCBL Group representatives Sanjeev Babbar, Director, and Col Rajwinder Singh (Retd), COO, ADSL.
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The company is a prominent Indian company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and customization of mobility solutions, particularly in the automotive and transportation sectors. With a focus on commercial and specialized vehicles, it offers a range of products including buses, ambulances, special-purpose vehicles, and customized automotive bodies, catering to both domestic and international markets.
Known for its innovation and adherence to high-quality standards, JCBL integrates advanced technologies and engineering expertise to deliver robust, reliable, and safety-focused solutions. The company also places a strong emphasis on sustainability, incorporating eco-friendly materials and practices to reduce its environmental impact. Headquartered in Punjab, JCBL operates multiple state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, aligning with global standards to meet diverse industry needs and contribute to India’s growing automotive sector.
