TIL Launches Defence Unit to Boost Military Equipment Output
10 Jun 2025
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CW Team
TIL Limited, a leading Indian manufacturer of material handling and infrastructure equipment, has announced the formation of a new Strategic Business Unit (SBU) named 鈥楾IL Defence鈥� to strengthen its growing defence portfolio. The move, approved by the company鈥檚 Board of Directors, represents a major strategic step under Gainwell Group鈥檚 ownership since January 2024 and marks a milestone in TIL鈥檚 80-year history.
TIL Defence is set to consolidate the company鈥檚 long-standing defence manufacturing capabilities, addressing the full spectrum of tri-services needs鈥攍and, air, and naval. Since 1987, TIL has developed bespoke military-grade equipment, including critical systems such as AKASH Transporter cum Loader Vehicles for the Air Force and Pinaka Loader cum Replenishment Vehicles for the Army. With prospects worth Rs 20 billion (around USD 240 million) in domestic defence orders over the next five years, the SBU will be central to TIL鈥檚 future growth.
The Board has also approved a multi-year expansion strategy focused on production of existing approved systems, co-development of advanced platforms with India鈥檚 defence PSUs, and modernisation using cutting-edge technology. The company aims to become a reliable source for both Indian and international defence markets seeking cost-effective and high-performance indigenous solutions.
Mr Alok Kumar Tripathi, President of TIL Limited, emphasised, 鈥淭IL Defence formalises nearly four decades of experience in serving India's military logistics and weapon systems infrastructure. Our platforms function in extreme conditions, and with NATO-standard engineering, we are well positioned to contribute to the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India missions.鈥�
Pinaki Niyogy, COO & CTO of TIL and Head of the new SBU, added, 鈥淥ur portfolio extends beyond core systems to include heavy-duty recovery vehicles, missile and ammunition handling systems, and all-terrain mobile cranes. Through strong aftermarket support to over 200 clients and partnerships with global technology leaders, we ensure comprehensive operational readiness.鈥�
TIL鈥檚 new defence-focused direction coincides with a significant financial turnaround. The company posted Rs 3.43 billion (approx. USD 41 million) in revenue for FY25, marking a 398 per cent year-on-year increase and returning to profitability after six years. This improved performance underpins its readiness for increased investment in defence production.
With over 3,000 active machines across India, a vast service network, and a reputation for reliability, TIL Defence aims to deliver not just products but full lifecycle support鈥攆rom design and manufacture to deployment and sustainment鈥攅nsuring India鈥檚 armed forces are equipped for mission success.
TIL Limited, a leading Indian manufacturer of material handling and infrastructure equipment, has announced the formation of a new Strategic Business Unit (SBU) named 鈥楾IL Defence鈥� to strengthen its growing defence portfolio. The move, approved by the company鈥檚 Board of Directors, represents a major strategic step under Gainwell Group鈥檚 ownership since January 2024 and marks a milestone in TIL鈥檚 80-year history.TIL Defence is set to consolidate the company鈥檚 long-standing defence manufacturing capabilities, addressing the full spectrum of tri-services needs鈥攍and, air, and naval. Since 1987, TIL has developed bespoke military-grade equipment, including critical systems such as AKASH Transporter cum Loader Vehicles for the Air Force and Pinaka Loader cum Replenishment Vehicles for the Army. With prospects worth Rs 20 billion (around USD 240 million) in domestic defence orders over the next five years, the SBU will be central to TIL鈥檚 future growth.The Board has also approved a multi-year expansion strategy focused on production of existing approved systems, co-development of advanced platforms with India鈥檚 defence PSUs, and modernisation using cutting-edge technology. The company aims to become a reliable source for both Indian and international defence markets seeking cost-effective and high-performance indigenous solutions.Mr Alok Kumar Tripathi, President of TIL Limited, emphasised, 鈥淭IL Defence formalises nearly four decades of experience in serving India's military logistics and weapon systems infrastructure. Our platforms function in extreme conditions, and with NATO-standard engineering, we are well positioned to contribute to the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India missions.鈥漃inaki Niyogy, COO & CTO of TIL and Head of the new SBU, added, 鈥淥ur portfolio extends beyond core systems to include heavy-duty recovery vehicles, missile and ammunition handling systems, and all-terrain mobile cranes. Through strong aftermarket support to over 200 clients and partnerships with global technology leaders, we ensure comprehensive operational readiness.鈥漈IL鈥檚 new defence-focused direction coincides with a significant financial turnaround. The company posted Rs 3.43 billion (approx. USD 41 million) in revenue for FY25, marking a 398 per cent year-on-year increase and returning to profitability after six years. This improved performance underpins its readiness for increased investment in defence production.With over 3,000 active machines across India, a vast service network, and a reputation for reliability, TIL Defence aims to deliver not just products but full lifecycle support鈥攆rom design and manufacture to deployment and sustainment鈥攅nsuring India鈥檚 armed forces are equipped for mission success.
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