Subbu Venkatachalam, Head of Marketing, Carborundum Universal Limited, asserts that the ‘Make in India’ initiative has propelled India’s aerospace and defence sector leading to decreased reliance on defence imports, positioning India as an active contributor on the global stage while brisking its position as a hub for indigenous production and innovation.

How is CUMI’s integration of cutting-edge materials and technologies contributing to the transformation of the aerospace and defence sector?
The aerospace and defence sector is significantly transforming due to advancements in material science, nanotechnology, and engineering methods. These breakthroughs are causing a revolution in various aspects, such as personal protection gear, safeguarding vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and missile systems. This, in turn, is leading to improvements in overall performance, longevity, and strategic capabilities.

CUMI is at the forefront of this transformation, offering comprehensive solutions that integrate cutting-edge materials and technologies. 

(This interview originally appeared in OEM Update magazine on September 1, 2023. Read the complete interview here.)