Zen Technologies secures ₹108 crore defense order for tank simulators

Zen Technologies Limited announced it has secured a ₹108 crore order (including GST) from the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, for tank crew gunnery training simulators. This contract represents an advanced version of tank simulators, building on systems previously supplied to the Indian Army over a decade ago. Chairman and managing director Ashok Atluri highlighted the order as a validation of indigenous R&D and the impact of policies protecting Indian intellectual property.

The procurement aligns with the Ministry of Defence's Simulation Framework, released in September 2021, which designates simulation-based training as a strategic priority for force modernization. These simulators are designed to provide a safe, repeatable, and highly realistic environment for practicing mission-critical skills, replicating battlefield conditions with precision.

The Crew Gunnery Simulator (CGS) is a high-fidelity training system for tank commanders and gunners, replicating the tank's turret compartment and supporting realistic gunnery drills. These drills include manual and stabilization modes, ammunition selection, and laser range-finder use. The system is containerized for transport and can also be installed fixed, featuring an instructor station, a trainee cabin with realistic controls, and a motion platform simulating vehicle dynamics.