Kolkata-based Defence PSU announces production of ‘next generation’ warships for Indian Navy
The Hindu
GRSE building advanced warships for Indian Navy with enhanced endurance, firepower, and versatility for various missions.
Kolkata-based Defence Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd. on Tuesday (November 5, 2024) announced that it is currently in the process of building four ‘next-generation’ warships for the Indian Navy, reportedly the most advanced of all ocean-going patrol vessels so far in service with the Indian Coast Guard.
On Tuesday (November 5, 2024), the defence PSU laid the keels of two of these four Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs), which are larger warships in comparison to the Offshore Patrol Vessels that the GRSE had earlier supplied to the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard.
The keels were laid in the presence of West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose and senior officials of the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, Indian Air Force, Indian Army, and the GRSE.
“This is a four-ship project wherein we are constructing NGOPVs for the Indian Navy. The contract was signed on March 30, 2023,” Mr. Hari said at the keel laying ceremony on Tuesday. “These ships when delivered are far more advanced than any of the ocean-going patrol vessels so far in service with the Indian Coast Guard,” he said.
He added that GRSE has already started production of all four ships, with the two ships whose keels were laid today having already reached an advanced stage of production.
These NGOPV platforms will be about 113 metres long and 14.6 metres wide, with a displacement of 3,000 Tons. The NGOPVs will achieve speeds of up to 23 knots. Their endurance will be 8,500 nautical miles at a speed of 14 knots. The crew will comprise 24 officers and over 100 sailors.
According to GRSE, these next-generation warships will have greater endurance and firepower and can be used in different capacities, like participating in ‘Out of Area’ Contingency Operations, non-combatant evacuation, convoy operations, anti-piracy missions and counter-infiltration operations.
Chennai Metrowater's two major projects approved by the State government aim to enhance the city's water and sewer infrastructure.
Coimbatore autorickshaw driver B. Sangeetha to attend Republic Day reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, honoring her dedication and hard work.
Join the vibrant Sankranti celebrations at Indrakeeladri with traditional Bhogi bonfires and ‘Bommala Koluvu’ from January 14-16.
India's first airside reefer truck launched at Hyderabad airport, enhancing cold-chain logistics for temperature-sensitive cargo.
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) vice chancellor B.C. Bhagavan on January 13, said safeguarding the youth from substance abuse is an urgent national responsibility, noting that drug addiction is closely linked to depression and emotional distres.
Women possess inherent skills that can be harnessed for entrepreneurship, said Athmika Amin, director of J.V. Group of Companies, Mangaluru, on January 13.
Coimbatore Corporation's 24/7 water supply project faces delays, now set for completion in February, with ongoing household connections.
Students cause chaos on Thoothukudi roads during Pongal celebrations; police seize 15 bikes for safety violations.
Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav emphasizes NDA's farmer-friendly initiatives while laying the foundation stone for a new temple structure.
‘Samathuva Pongal 2026’ celebrated at Salem and Namakkal Collectorates with traditional events, competitions, and cultural performances.
GBA elections will be conducted within the Supreme Court's deadline, addressing women's reservation concerns, assures D.K. Shivakumar.
Mangaluru police have applied the Karnataka Control of Organised Crime Act (KCOCA) against three recently arrested for extortion.
Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stood at 129.80 feet (the maximum permissible level is 142 ft.) with an inflow of 522 cusecs and a discharge of 1,000 cusecs.