Mumbai, January 02, 2026: Tembo Global Industries Limited (NSE: TEMBO) said its wholly owned subsidiary Tembo Classic Engineering Private Limited has received a defence manufacturing licence to set up a small arms manufacturing facility in Maharashtra, marking a key milestone in the group’s entry into India’s defence manufacturing space.
Tembo Classic Engineering Private Limited, formerly known as Tembo Defence Products Private Limited, received the approval from the Government of Maharashtra. The development enables the company to move ahead with its plans to establish a dedicated small arms manufacturing unit in the state.
The proposed facility is planned in collaboration with MIDC, Mumbai, following a memorandum of understanding signed with the Government of Maharashtra at the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos. The project aligns with the company’s long-term strategy to expand into defence manufacturing while strengthening domestic production capabilities.
Commenting on the development, Sanjay J. Patel, Managing Director, Tembo Global Industries Limited, said the licence represents a significant step forward for the subsidiary and validates the group’s capabilities in advanced engineering and manufacturing. He added that the approval allows the company to progress towards setting up a world-class small arms manufacturing facility in Maharashtra, with a focus on quality, innovation, and long-term contribution to the defence ecosystem.
The facility is expected to support domestic manufacturing initiatives, contribute to employment generation, and enhance technology development within the defence sector. With this approval in place, Tembo Classic Engineering is positioned to commence the next phase of execution for its defence manufacturing plans.
About the Company
Tembo Global Industries Limited is an industrial manufacturing and engineering company listed on the National Stock Exchange. The company operates across diversified engineering segments and continues to expand its footprint through strategic initiatives and subsidiary-led growth in emerging sectors, including defence manufacturing.Source:
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