Cyient DLM, an integrated electronics manufacturing solutions partner specialising in Design-Led Manufacturing, and Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities for collaboration in advanced electronics and technology solutions for maritime and defence applications.
The agreement brings together HSL’s expertise in shipbuilding, ship repair and platform integration with Cyient DLM’s capabilities in mission-critical electronics, embedded systems, power electronics, precision manufacturing, testing and product lifecycle support. The proposed collaboration aims to identify opportunities that can strengthen indigenous capabilities and support technology development in line with the Government of India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat objectives.
Under the MoU, the two organisations will evaluate potential areas of cooperation spanning electronics, embedded systems, power electronics, testing, manufacturing and lifecycle support for maritime and defence applications. The scope of exploration will also include indigenisation, obsolescence management, test and support systems, autonomous and unmanned maritime platforms, and AI-enabled maintenance solutions.
The partnership is intended to leverage the complementary capabilities of both organisations to explore technology and manufacturing opportunities across the maritime and defence ecosystem, including support for the long-term operational requirements of platforms.
Commenting on the partnership, Rajendra Velagapudi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Cyient DLM, said, “India’s maritime and defence ecosystem presents a significant opportunity to build stronger indigenous technology and manufacturing capabilities. Our engagement with Hindustan Shipyard Limited brings together complementary strengths in shipbuilding and platform integration with Cyient DLM’s expertise in mission-critical electronics and manufacturing. We look forward to exploring opportunities where our combined capabilities can support indigenisation, technology development and long-term lifecycle requirements for maritime and defence platforms.”
R Adm C Raghuram, VSM (Retd), Chairman and Managing Director, Hindustan Shipyard Limited, said, “This MoU provides a framework for Hindustan Shipyard Limited and Cyient DLM to explore areas where our respective capabilities can complement each other. As India strengthens its indigenous maritime and defence ecosystem, collaboration across shipbuilding, electronics, technology and lifecycle support can play an important role. We look forward to evaluating opportunities that can contribute to greater self-reliance and technology development.”
Established in 1993, Cyient DLM (NSE: CYIENTDLM) is an integrated electronics manufacturing solutions provider offering Design-Led Manufacturing (DLM) solutions. The company takes ownership of design, manufacturing, testing, precision machining and certification support to help ensure that customers’ products meet stringent reliability, safety and performance standards. It specialises in safety-critical electronics for highly regulated industries and works with customers globally to deliver value-driven solutions through innovation and technology.
Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) is a premier Miniratna Category-I defence public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Established in 1941 and located on India’s strategic east coast in Visakhapatnam, HSL plays an important role in the country’s maritime capabilities. The fully integrated maritime enterprise specialises in the design, construction, repair and refit of complex naval platforms, commercial ships and submarines. Supported by an extensive manufacturing infrastructure and a supply ecosystem involving thousands of domestic MSMEs, HSL contributes to indigenous defence manufacturing and maritime self-reliance.
