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Global aerospace and defence major Lockheed Martin has announced the 11th edition of its India Suppliers Conference, scheduled for November 3, 2025, in Bengaluru. The annual event aims to strengthen collaboration between Indian industries and Lockheed Martin’s global supply chain while advancing India’s defence manufacturing self-reliance goals.
This year’s conference, themed “Collaborate to Transform,” will bring together senior executives from Lockheed Martin’s supply chain, business development, and industrial development divisions. The company’s Chief Supply Chain Officer is expected to lead discussions alongside senior representatives from India’s defence and industrial sectors.
According to the company, the event will serve as a strategic platform to connect Indian enterprises, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and startups, with international partners. It will also promote indigenous innovation and align with India’s efforts to expand its defence export capabilities.
“Our supplier conferences have created pathways for Indian firms to access global supply chains and innovate at a global scale,” said Michael Fernandez, Lockheed Martin’s India Country Head. “We’re committed to deepening our partnerships and supporting India’s vision for greater self-reliance in defence manufacturing.”
Highlights of the 2025 Conference
The upcoming event will feature:
- Addresses by government officials and leaders championing the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
- A keynote speech from Lockheed Martin’s Chief Supply Chain Officer on global sourcing, manufacturing excellence, and policy alignment in India.
- Recognition of outstanding Indian suppliers for their contributions.
- Presentations by Lockheed Martin’s various business divisions.
- One-on-one meetings between Indian suppliers and Lockheed Martin’s supply chain and business development teams.
- Showcases from Indian companies highlighting their capabilities and innovations.
Last year’s 10th edition brought together around 50 Indian companies, from large enterprises to MSMEs and startups, along with global partners such as GE Aerospace, Honeywell, Pratt & Whitney, Martin-Baker, and Northrop Grumman. The event hosted over 120 delegates and facilitated 70 business-to-business meetings, resulting in multiple new collaboration opportunities.
With more than three decades of partnership in India and over 70 years of engagement, Lockheed Martin continues to invest in nurturing the local defence ecosystem.
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