Astra Microwave Partners BEL to Power Next Gen Defence Electronics

Astra Microwave Products Limited has informed BSE and NSE that it has executed an MoU with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Ministry of Defence PSU, to collaborate across high end defence electronics and aerospace domains. The partnership is framed under Regulation 30 disclosure norms of SEBI’s Listing Regulations.
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The alliance aims to pool Astra’s RF/microwave design strengths with BEL’s large-scale manufacturing and systems integration capabilities to address upcoming domestic and export opportunities. The companies will target Electronic Warfare, radar and satellite linked systems that are vital for command, surveillance and strategic deterrence.

Key Highlights

• Parties to MoU: Astra Microwave Products Ltd and Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL), a Defence PSU.
• ​Objective: Joint design, development and manufacturing of advanced electronic modules, subsystems and systems for defence and aerospace applications.
• ​Focus Areas: Electronic Warfare, radar systems and satellite related payloads and subsystems.
• ​Strategic Intent: Strengthen indigenous R&D and production in critical technologies central to national defence.
• ​Structure: No equity sharing, related party angle or special rights such as board seats or capital structure controls under the MoU.

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Source: Astra Microwave Products Ltd stock exchange filing dated December 26, 2025