India targets global defence market with Dornier 228 offer for Malaysian Coast Guard, including tech transfer

India has offered domestically produced Dornier 228 aircraft to the Malaysian Coast Guard, showcasing its competitive edge with proposals for maintenance facilities and technology transfer. The aircraft, with a proven track record in the Indian Navy and Coast Guard, is cost-effective and versatile, meeting the requirement for seven aircraft capable of various coastal tasks. The modernized Dornier platform features advanced technology such as a glass cockpit, maritime patrol radar, and mission management system, demonstrating its effectiveness in surveillance and search and rescue operations.

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