Flight Evaluation of Multirole Combat Aircraft

The Indian Air Force’s bid to acquire 126 Medium Multirole Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) has got a push.

The Defence Ministry has issued “the letters of invitation for flight evaluation trials” to six companies that are vying for the $10-$12-billion contract.

They are the European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company(EADS), which pitches in with Eurofighter Typhoon, America’s Lockheed Martin (F-16 Falcon) and Boeing Integrated Defence System (F/A-18F Super Hornet), Russia’s Mikoyan (MiG-35), Sweden’s Gripen (JAS-39) and France’s Dassault (Rafale).

The IAF now has “to speedily complete the flight evaluation and indicate its choice,” say Ministry officials.

Between July and March next, the IAF will have to undertake the trials, initially in India to test the performance of the aircraft under local conditions and then in the countries of their origin. Armament trials will be conducted in the country of origin as bringing weapons to India could be problematic.

For the evaluation trials, the IAF is likely to form two teams composed of test pilots, flight test engineers and maintenance crew, drawn primarily from the Aircraft Systems and Testing Establishment and, to a lesser extent, from fighter squadrons. The teams are also likely to include officials of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (to look into technology transfer and industrial partnership) and the Centre for Military Airworthiness and Certification.

Besides enabling the IAF test pilots to try out the aircraft, the trials will allow flight and ground test crew to know about the maintenance and overhaul facilities required.

Once the IAF makes its evaluation, some time in 2010, commercial negotiations could begin. The terms indicate that the first aircraft will have to be delayed 48 months after a contract is signed.

Time-consuming, expensive

The time-consuming and expensive process — it could cost each competitor $5 million — will test each aircraft whether it can measure up to the performance indicators set forth in flight manuals in Bangalore, Jaisalmer and Leh (under normal conditions, in hot weather and at a high altitude).

Each competitor is sending two aircraft. Informed sources have indicated that Rafale will be one of the first to be evaluated. It will fly into Bangalore in the first week of September. Officials of the companies said that they had initiated a survey of the locations, where their aircraft would be tested.

Brigadier(Retired)Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.svipja.com/
(A Global Solution for Offsets)
Credit: The Hindu.

L&T, and EADS to set up a JV for Engineering and Research in the Defence Sector

Larsen and Toubro Ltd (L&T) and EADS NV will shortly approach the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB), for setting up a JV for engineering and research activities in the defence sector.

This JV company will then make downstream investments for manufacturing of defence equipment such as radars, avionics and electronic warfare equipment in India to cater to the domestic and overseas markets. EADS, a European A & D firm, will hold nearly 24% stake in the JV and the balance will be with L&T. The ownership and control of the JV company will be with L&T.

The JV will conform with India’s offset policy in defence, which encourages domestic manufacturing of defence equipment.

EADS and L&T state that the benefits of the JV include a large investment, with initial job creation of nearly 400 and FE savings. Access to EADS’ technology will be another benefit that will occur.

EADS had reported revenue of €43.3 billion (about Rs3.4 trillion) in 2008.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.svipja.com/

Credit: Nayantara Rai / CNBC-TV18

e-Commerce in Aerospace and Defence: Parts, MRO, Exports, and Dual Usage Products & Services

We need to imbibe the-state-of-the-art technologies in our day-to-day working. It adds to efficiency, transparency and reduces corrupt practices.

‘Going the e-Commerce Way’ is a good Article.

Helps in b2b-b2c-b2g working. http://www.b2bsvipja.com/ / http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ is an initiative in fulfillment of these thoughts. Keeps our Industry internationally competitive.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.svipja.com/

Credit: The Economic Times, 13 May 2009.

USIBC Plans 'Two-Way Street' for US-India Companies incl MSMEs

The US-India Business Council (USIBC) has named Mythili Sankaran, former CEO of Telecom /Web startup, Koollage, as director of its coast operations to advance US-India commercial ties in Western US.

The California office is dedicated to advancing US-India commercial ties in the Western Region of the US, including developing a more robust "two-way street" that enables US companies to succeed in India and Indian companies to succeed in the US, the trade lobby announced on Monday. Coming from the business world of the Silicon Valley, Sankaran brings to USIBC a wealth of experience in IT and Venture Capital.

"The Western United States has tremendous links to India and is presently under-represented. We are delighted to have Mythili head-up our operations in California," said Ron Somers, President, USIBC.

The USIBC, which seeks to deepen trade and strengthen commercial ties between the two countries, is hosted under the aegis of the US Chamber of Commerce, the world's largest business federation representing more than three million businesses and organisations of every size, sector and region.

--- IANS

Defence Experts

As you know, Aerospace & Defence Industry is now open to the Pvt Sector participation. Our Civil Industry lacks defence knowledge wrt Products & Services needs of the defence, how to supply to defence, Security and Quality Assurance issues, Offset working, e-Sourcing / e-Procurement, e-Selling, etc. MSMEs need outside expert help.

It is known that all ex-defence personnel do not yield expertise in these area. We need to identify personnel who can add value to the Industry under expert advice and guidance from Svipja Technologies.

This is the basis to launch e-SP2 Concept explained in different Postings on this Blog. In the process we create a pool of Defence Industry experts.

If managed well, the e-SP2 Concept can emerge as a viable re-settlement opportunity for e-savvy ESMs, especially in the context that we already have an e-Platform for A & D Working. ESMs can engage themselves from their place(s) of resettlement gainfully. They only need access to Internet and time to engage as e-SP2.

A & D SMEs Clusters have been identified. These clusters are to be serviced by the e-SP2 in concert with Us.

We would appoint one e-SP2 as a Master ESP (OIC, e-SP2 Pan-India Operations). Commercial Model for each Consultant servicing the Industry Clusters for his business would be unique. Rewards to e-SP2 are based on Revenue Sharing.

Centre(s) / Unit(s) could sponsor this as a welfare / re-employment measure from their Hobby / Re-Settlement Training Centre(s) under our expert guidance. It could be part of 'Regimental Institution(s)' for revenue generation for the welfare activities - an ESM project for ESMs.

Please contact Us on svipja@airtelmail.in for one-to-one discussions, if interested.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.svipja.com/
(A Global e-Solution for Offsets)

Defence Offsets

Indian Defence Industry is seeking offset investments against ongoing defence purchases within DPP 2008. It needs to be noted that rigorous 'due diligence' is done by Vendors prior to selecting a project. The project should be profitable, relevant to the Vendors, and meet DOFA/MOD conditions. You need to be supported for the offset projects through well-experienced Consultants working in tandem in India & Abroad, and in concert with Vendors and Buyer organisations. This needs a stable and long-term relationship.

TTT Svipja Defence and Aerospace Development Company (TSDADC) , USA, fills this crucial gap.

We have created an e-Solution for the Indian Defence Industry especially the MSMEs for offsets facilitation globally by linking our Sites http://www.defenceoffsetsindia.com/ and http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ It is a unique e-offering in line with global standards. Both these Sites are home-grown and operate with high ethics.

Industry and Other Agencies who wish to engage in offset projects are welcome to contact Us for the support in a most transparent manner, and within Govt. Guidelines / Regulations. We also recruit Consultants for offset working. Pse fill-in the 'Resume Form' given on Link http://www.svipja.com/careers.php You could operate anywhere from Your place of engagements.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh

http://www.defenceoffsetsindia.com/

http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/

Defence Procurement Policy 2008 (DPP 2008) and Defence Offset Policy

Defence Procurement Policy has been recently revised in view of inputs from Users, Industry, and Foreign Vendors and the experience gained since release of DPP 2006. It elaborates on the Defence Offset Policy greatly. You could read the docu on:

http://www.indiandefenceindustry.blogspot.com/

DPP 2008 is a great help in understanding defence procurement procedure by professionals engaged with Indian Defence. e-SP2 could benefit with this immensely. DPP 2008 was released by the Indian Defence Minister on 01 Aug 2008.

Brigadier(Retired) Sukhwindar Singh

http://www.defenceoffsetsindia.com/

http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/

ESM: Freelance e-Working

I have tried to explain e-SP2 Concept in my previous Postings based on our e-Platform http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ for ESM. This helps ESM to generate revenues from their place of re-settlements. They only need Internet access. And it is a 'life-time' engagement in their familiar environments ; in fact they build their own business at the least cost.

These e-SP2 could also engage themselves for offset working. We will train them Free.

e-SP2 Concept is most suitable for e-savvy JCOs, and OR. Guidance to them is provided by their Regional Heads.

More information can be provided if You write to Me on svipja@airtelmail.in

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/
http://www.defenceoffsetsindia.com/

Defexpo 2008, and Opportunities for ESM to Self-Employ

Credit: The Times of India, 04 Feb 2008. An Article by Rajat Pandit.
5th International Land and Naval Systems Exhibition is being held from 16 – 19 February 2008 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The Exposition will be held by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, in association with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). It will cover Land, Naval and Associated Sub-Systems and Systems. It is a biennial exposition.

The Defexpo would showcase latest technologies in the field of marine and land systems. The Apex Committee of the Defexpo is Chaired by the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri.

The aim the Exposition is to showcase capabilities of the Indian Defence Industry, both Public and Private, and the DRDO to visiting delegations with a view to foster collaborations, promote exports, and tie-ups.

Defexpo 2008 assumes special significance in view of the impending acquisition of capital equipment and systems by the Indian Armed Forces to the value of approx 30 b USD in the next five years.

To enable industry to take full advantage of the Defexpo, a number of business events prior to and during Defexpo India 2008 have been planned. These business events would enable industry to take advantage of the presence of the end users and the defence companies to engage in business meetings.

Defexpo throws open vast opportunities for Defence Professionals to engage themselves with Indian & Foreign Defence Industry in various capacities. However, it should be done within Govt. Orders and Regulations on the subject, and in full transparency.

Ex-Servicemen could engage themselves with Defence MSMEs, and Large Corporations for Offset Projects, JVs, TTs, etc, from their place of settlement. USD 10 b (INR 40,000 Crores) is likely to flow back to India as Defence Offsets in the next 5 Years. It presents tremendous opportunity for professionals with defence domain expertise. Visit to the Show, Conferences and Seminars would be of particular interest to the Defence Community. You could Register FREE for Visit & Seminars online. Pse visit http://www.defexpoindia2008/ for details.


Brigadier(Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.indiandefenceindustry.blogspot.com/ http://www.freemarketsdefence.blogspot.com/

Internet-Telecom-Technology : Freelance Outsourcing to Professionals

(Credit: The Economic Times, 28 Dec 2007. An Article by Mahul Brahma).

e-SP2 Concept has been developed for 'freelance Outsourcing to Professionals'. The Concept has been laid out in our Post below. It could be useful for self-employment of Ex-Servicemen with no initial investments by them. Defence Community Members who believe in Productivity, are e-Savvy, and wish 'to Develop their Own Businesses' are welcome to contact Us for further details.

The above Article by Mahul Brahma explains in general terms how a professional can build a 'Single-Handed Inc', and become his own boss in an era of Internet, Telecom and Technology.

e-SP2 Concept is somewhat similar to this.

e-SP2 Team.

http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/

Concept: e-Selling & e-Procurement Service Providers (e-SP2)

e-Selling & e-Procurement Service Provider(s) (e-SP2) is an Innovative Idea.

In this concept, e-Selling and e-Procurement is outsourced by Industry/Companies to experts outside their organisations in line with their business strategy. The goal of the Industry is to retain the existing 'edge' definitely, but still fine-tune 'Sales & Marketing ' and 'Input Costs' with a view NOT to get 'edged-out' in the emerging environment of globalisation and liberalisation - 'Dragon' Hype !! And utilise expertise of high-tech & high-value Consultants, preferably with ICT background. This helps in making Selling and Buying Processes highly competitive - A boon to the Industry!

e-Platforms, if managed well, are a great support to the e-SP2 Executives. The e-SP2 Executives can operate on these platforms freely in their own time, and from the place of their own choosing.

The e-SP2 concept is useful for e-business working for professionals, consultants, retired executives, etc.

In this concept, the e-SP2 identifies a 'cluster of industry' in his geographical area, and undertakes responsibility to support it routinely as an outside agency utilising our e-Platform http://www.b2bsvipja.com/ /http://www.freemarketsdefence.com/

Sales, Marketing, Sourcing and Procurement are Core activities for any organisation. The e-SP2 brings outside expertise to the Industry in these functions deploying his ICT Knowledge. It is here that the e-SP2 adds value to the Industry.

The e-SP2 works very intimately with the permanent staff of the organisation ; in fact he is integral to them except that he is compensated differently. In a way, the e-SP2 works as a Freelance Consultant supporting Marketing & Procurement activities of MSMEs, and thus builds his own business.

In the process, the e-SP2 :

1. Develops a Consortium of MSMEs in Aerospace-Marine-Defence Sector with e-link(s) to Large Industry. This Consortium is now ready to participate in offset projects under directions of the e-SP2, both for Direct and Indirect offsets , nationally and globally. Leads to 'Offset Consultants' Role.

2. Guides MSMEs through qualified vendor registration for major Aerospace-Marine-Defence Vendors , and their other Consulting needs. Leads to 'Technology Consultants' Role.

Please visit http://www.defenceoffsetsindia.com/ http://www.svipja.com/ for understanding our business.

The e-SP2 works out commercial terms directly with the supported Organisation.

How he compensates Us for the support provided, can be discussed one-to-one and will be based on case-to-case basis? About 10 b USD (Around INR 40, 000 Crores) are likely to flow back into Indian Industry as offset projects till 2011. Ex-Servicemen can't afford to ignore this opportunity of Self-Emloyment. You are welcome to seek more inputs by writing to Us on svipja@airtelmail.in

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
Founder: 'e-SP2 Concept'
http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/

B2B, B2C, B2G in Defence Through IndianDefenceIndustry.com

Welcome to the world of e-Commerce for Defence!!

Business-to-Business (B2B), Business-to-Consumers (B2C), and Business-to-Government (B2G) e-Solutions provide efficiency, transparency, and the best practices. Our Dual-Usage Industry, and Units/Formations need an e-Platform on which they could operate to meet their non-strategic routine needs of various products and services.

http://www.freemarketsdefence.com/ / http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ fills this need.

This Portal is a “pure player” in the B2B-B2C-B2G Defence segment. It has an embedded e-Selling, e-Sourcing, and e-Procurement Engine based on a Simple Bidding Process. Core modules of the e-Marketplace are ‘Post Request as a Buyer’, ‘Post Request as a Seller’, ‘Processes Involved in Formal Procurement’ and ‘Generation of a Comparative Statement’ without human intervention to help the Buyers identify the lowest bidder. It has validated e-Directory of Defence Industry.

Industry, and Units / Formations could avail 'Self-Service'.

Consultants, or 'e-Selling and e-Procurement Procurement Service Providers (e-SP2)' could work on this e-Platform to provide 'Managed Services'.

The e-Marketplace presently covers 23 Main Categories with over 550 Sub-Categories. It has approx 1000 Member Companies presently registered on it, consisting of 700 Indian Members and 300 Foreign Members.

http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ has India focus with global orientation. It is listed on the Official Site of the European Union amongst Eight credible Defence e-Marketplaces; the Only one Outside USA & Europe. Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Indian American Council (IAC), USA, support it. Is highly visible on Search Engines, like Google, MSN, AltaVista, Yahoo, etc, and is visited well in all the Time Zones. This helps in Exports.

Members touch the markets faster and efficiently. Buyers and Sellers both benefit by reaching the qualified markets with greater ease nationally and globally, thus saving costs and increasing their profits.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/

Our Deliverables to the Indian Defence Community

We wish to introduce e-Commerce in routine purchases in Defence as a Private Initiative. You can participate in this Initiative.

Certain points about our e-Marketplace:

• http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ is an 'Open Forum with NO sharing of Classified Matters'.
• Is purely an e-Commerce platform for MSMEs, Units / Formations covering 'non-lethal & un-controlled' products and services.
• Brings advantages to ex-servicemen, freelance professionals, and the Indian Defence Community to engage as 'e-Selling and e-Procurement Procurement Service Providers (e-SP2)' for Industry,& Units/Formations, from their places of engagements.
• The Members are expected to work as per the 'Terms and Conditions' , and within the 'Privacy Policy' laid down for the Portal.

Commercial terms can be worked out on individual basis. All back-end support is provided by Svipja Technologies.

We follow strict business ethics, and all Rules and Regulations of the Land in toto. We expect similar Code of Conduct from our Members.

The Platform is nationally and internationally recognised. Would request interested individuals to correspond on info@svipja.com for further information.

We build interactive Indian Defence Community in the process.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh

Founder & CEO , http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/

Welcome to Join the Indian Defence Community !!

http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ / http://www.freemarketsdefence.com/ aims to build Indian Defence Community for e-Commerce.

e-savvy Industry Experts, Executives and their Spouses / Wards, Researchers, Technologists, Buyers / Sellers of Defence Products & Services incl Police Forces, both from India & abroad, are welcome to join this Group.

We provide Free Membership for one year to the Community Members.

This is a serious 'professional / business networking' alliance which believes in bringing best practices to the Defence. Would request Only individuals with professional ethics to join in.

Credibility of the Members is dear to Us. NO frauds please.

Pse visit http://www.freemarketsdefence.com/ / http://www.indiandefenceindustry.com/ for details.

Brigadier (Retired) Sukhwindar Singh
www.IndianDefenceIndustry.blogspot.com