The United States has approved a potential foreign military sale to India valued at USD 131 million, aimed at strengthening the country’s maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. Announced by the Defence Security Cooperation Agency on Wednesday, the agreement comprises the advanced SeaVision software as well as provisions for training and support services. The US Department of State also confirmed the approval through a social media post, authorizing India to acquire Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness software and associated equipment under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program.
According to the Defence Security Cooperation Agency, the sale will provide India with SeaVision software and related enhancements, technical assistance field team (TAFT) training, remote software and analytic support, and access to SeaVision documentation, all aimed at improving India’s maritime domain awareness. The estimated cost of the deal is USD 131 million.
The sale is expected to bolster the US-India strategic relationship and support the security of India, a key defense partner in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions. The proposed sale aims to boost India’s capacity to address both present and future maritime security challenges while strengthening its broader strategic capabilities. The US government assured that the sale would not disturb the military balance in the region.
The principal contractor for the deal will be Hawkeye 360, located in Herndon, Virginia. The sale aims to support US foreign policy and national security objectives by reinforcing India’s role as a force for stability and peace in the region.
