Taurus Partners With India’s Jindal Defence, Begins Joint Gun Production

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posted on March 28, 2024
Joint Venture

A collaborative effort between Taurus Armas S.A. and Jindal Defence Systems Pvt Limited— a prominent company in India—began pilot batch production of firearms this month in India. The joint venture, known as JD Taurus, was undertaken under the guidance of Taurus’ expert team from Brazil.

The manufacturing unit will cater to both military and civilian markets, with an initial annual production capacity of up to 250,000 firearms. The facility is capable of scaling to demand and actively participating in major tenders that include the ongoing procurement process by the Ministry of Defense, India, for 425,000 carbines.

Col. Amit Bajeva (Ret.), chief business officer for JD Taurus, told United News of India that, “By prioritizing indigenous manufacturing and aligning with the Make in India Initiative, JD Taurus is committed to contributing significantly to our nation’s defence capabilities, while also nurturing local talent and contributing to the socio-economic development of the region.”  The two-acre facility is located in Hisar, near New Delhi.

India is one of the largest potential markets for firearms on the globe. With a burgeoning population and substantial defense expenditure, it presents unprecedented opportunities for stakeholders in the industry. With a 51:49 equity participation ratio, the partnership between Taurus and Jindal Defence complies with India’s "Make in India" program.

JD Taurus is spearheading innovation in the Indian defense sector, creating employment and catalyzing technological advancements. Harnessing the expertise and experience of Taurus’s experts, the firm is poised to become a formidable contender in the global market.

Taurus International Manufacturing and its subsidiaries produce revolutionary new products and deliver reliable and affordable firearms to the market. Taurus USA, based in Bainbridge, Ga., is owned by Taurus Armas, S.A., a publicly traded company headquartered in Brazil. Taurus Armas S.A. manufactures a wide variety of consumer and industrial products distributed worldwide. In 2022, Taurus secured a significant tender to supply T4 carbines to the Philippine army.

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