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.
Ship building activity in coastal Karnataka has surged with UCSL launching the first of six 3800 TDW dry cargo vessels for Wilson ASA of Norway. Scheduled for delivery in February 2025, followed by five more vessels and eight 6300 TDW dry cargo vessels. UCSL also has orders for constructing Bollard Pull ASD tugs.
Udupi Cochin Shipyard has launched six 3800 TDW general cargo vessels for Norway’s Wilson ASA, celebrated by dignitaries including Martine Aamdal Bottheim. Wilson ASA, a key player in Europe’s short sea fleet, has ordered eight additional vessels, marking a significant milestone in their partnership with Cochin Shipyard. Stay informed with Maritime Gateway.
