Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is an Indian state-owned aerospace and defense company. Established in 1940, HAL plays a crucial role in India's space program by manufacturing structures and components for ISRO's launch vehicles and satellites, including the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). It operates an aerospace division dedicated to meeting the requirements of ISRO and has supplied critical components for various space missions. HAL's major partners include ISRO, the Indian Air Force, and global aviation companies.
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ISRO transferred Small Satellite Launch Vehicle technology to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in an arrangement worth $60 million.
ISRO is pursuing a technology transfer contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to productionize the SSLV.
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and private space firms have developed smaller electronic assemblies and structural units required for satellites, ground systems, and rockets.
HAL is jointly manufacturing the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) with private company Larsen & Toubro (L&T), with their first launch expected within six months.
HAL won the contract to manufacture, market, and launch the SSLV, marking the first time ISRO has transferred a complete technology package to a single agency.
HAL has a long-standing relationship with ISRO and provided crucial support for India’s Mars mission in 2013.
The Indian government awarded the contract for SSLV technology transfer to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a public sector aerospace and defense company established in 1940.
GE Aerospace signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force.