Udupi Cochin Shipyard Ltd. (UCSL) has launched its first high-performance tug with a 70-tonne bollard pull for Ocean Sparkle Ltd., part of the Adani Ports group. This vessel, designed by Robert Allan Ltd., showcases advanced engineering and aligns with India’s self-reliance goals in shipbuilding. UCSL is also developing additional tugs and cargo vessels.
Mr. Ashwani Gupta, the CEO of APSEZ, highlighted the company’s collaboration with Cochin Shipyard to enhance India’s maritime infrastructure. The partnership underscores APSEZ’s confidence in India’s PSUs and commitment to supporting the country’s development. By leveraging local manufacturing capabilities and adhering to international standards, APSEZ aims to contribute to India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative.
Following Stories compiled in this News Digest for the week from 17 Apr 2022 to 24 Apr 2022 in descending…
