Atlas Elektronik GmbH has announced a strategic partnership with CFF Fluid Control Ltd to supply the Indian Navy with 12 indigenous low-frequency variable depth sonar systems. These state-of-the-art towed sonar systems will be integrated into the Navy’s Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) vessels, through collaborations with prominent Indian shipbuilders, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd in Kolkata and Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi.
This initiative follows ATLAS ELEKTRONIK’s previous successful delivery of Active Towed Array Sonars to the Indian Navy, reinforcing the proven effectiveness and reliability of their technology. The new partnership aims to bolster the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy’s front-line platforms by utilizing advanced, proven technology alongside localized production.
Boosting Self-Reliance
A key aspect of this collaboration is the domestic production of the sonar systems by CFF Fluid Control Ltd, aligning with the Indian Government’s strategic goal of achieving self-reliance in defense manufacturing. By manufacturing these systems within India, the partnership not only enhances the country’s defense capabilities but also promotes local expertise and generates employment.
CFF Fluid Control Ltd’s Expertise
CFF Fluid Control Ltd brings extensive experience to this venture. The company is well-versed in the manufacture, overhaul, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and electronic equipment, including navigation, communication, and weapon systems for Indian Naval submarines and surface ships. Their comprehensive expertise spans reference systems and test facilities, including pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
Atlas Elektronik: A Leader in Underwater Acoustics
Atlas Elektronik, a division of the German submarine and shipbuilder thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS), is renowned for its specialization in underwater acoustics and maritime technology. The collaboration with CFF Fluid Control Ltd ensures that the Indian Navy will be equipped with cutting-edge sonar systems, significantly enhancing their anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
This partnership underscores the commitment of Atlas Elektronik and CFF Fluid Control Ltd to support India’s defense sector, combining advanced technology with localized manufacturing to meet the strategic needs of the Indian Navy.