ENA Sectors 2025-09-23 17:25:26 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Sep 23 (KNN) </strong>Indias Tata Advanced Systems has launched the countrys first overseas defence manufacturing plant in Berrechid, Morocco, marking a significant step in Indias global defence expansion.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The facility will produce the Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) 8&times;8, developed jointly by Tata Advanced Systems and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The vehicle features advanced systems, including an integrated power pack with automatic transmission, as well as flotation and propulsion capabilities, making it suitable for modern combat requirements.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The new unit, run by a wholly owned subsidiary named TASL Morocco, has the capacity to manufacture up to 100 armoured vehicles annually. The first batch is expected to roll out in around 18 months.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to inaugurate the facility during his September 2025 visit to Morocco, which will be the first visit by an Indian defence minister to the country.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The visit comes at the invitation of Abdeltif Loudiyi, Moroccos Minister Delegate of National Defence.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This initiative reflects a major shift in Indias defence policy, moving from the Make in India framework to a broader Make for the World approach.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">It highlights Indias ambition to establish a global footprint in defence manufacturing while strengthening international partnerships.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The development also underlines the growing role of Indian companies in supplying high-technology military platforms not only for domestic use but also for the international market.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43600 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/tata-advanced-systems-opens-indias-first-overseas-defence-plant-in-morocco 2025-09-23 17:25:26 knnindia.co.in