Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), in collaboration with Spain's defense company Indra, has commissioned the first 3D Air Surveillance Radar (3D-ASR) - Lanza-N for the Indian Navy. This radar has been installed on a naval warship, marking a significant advancement in India's journey towards defense self-reliance.
What is the Lanza-N Radar?
The Lanza-N is the naval version of Indra's Lanza 3D radar, renowned as one of the world's most advanced long-range air defense and anti-missile radars. It tracks both aerial and surface targets in 3D with a range of 254 nautical miles (approximately 470 km). The radar can detect drones, supersonic fighter jets, anti-radiation missiles, and naval platforms.
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This radar operates efficiently even in adverse weather and excels in thwarting enemy attacks. It is the first time the Lanza-N radar will be operational outside Spain, tailored for the Indian Ocean's humidity and heat. Integrated with all ship systems, the radar passed rigorous sea trials involving various naval and aerial platforms for its acceptance.
Collaboration Between Tata and Indra
This achievement is the result of a 2020 agreement between Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) and Indra, which entails the delivery of 23 radars, with three being fully imported from Indra. The remaining 20 will be assembled by Tata in India. To expedite deliveries, Tata has established a radar assembly, integration, and testing facility in Karnataka.
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Sukarn Singh, CEO and MD of TASL, stated that the collaboration with Indra symbolizes strengthening radar manufacturing capabilities in India. We are creating an ecosystem of advanced defense systems with local supply chains and technical expertise. Ana Buendia, Head of Indra’s Naval Business Unit, noted that the project goes beyond radar delivery. A radar factory established in Bengaluru with Tata aids in local production and service provision.
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Importance for the Indian Navy
This radar will be deployed on Indian Navy frigates, destroyers, and aircraft carriers. The first commissioned radar is already mounted on a warship, with more to follow soon. It fortifies the Navy's surveillance capabilities, especially against enemy drones, jets, and missiles.
Indra’s Lanza-N radar is a modular, solid-state, pulsed tactical radar that tracks all types of aerial and surface targets. It's a major stride towards India's defense self-reliance. Tata emerges as the first Indian company to manufacture and integrate next-generation naval surveillance radars, with over 50% localization, promoting ‘Make in India’ initiative.
