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Reliance Defence launches first two naval patrol vessels Shachi and Shruti

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On July 25, 2017, Reliance Defence and Engineering Limited (subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure) announced the launch of its first two Naval Offshore Patrol Vessels (NOPVs) – ‘Shachi’ and ‘Shruti’ – at their shipyard in Pipavav, Gujarat. 

First two naval patrol vessels of Reliance Defence:

The two NOPVs — ‘Shachi’ and ‘Shruti’ — are the first warships to be launched by a private sector shipyard in India.

  • The five NOPVs are patrol ships armed with a 76 mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM) system along with two 30 mm AK-630 guns, which provide medium range Reliance Defence launches first two naval patrol vessels Shachi and Shrutiand short range offensive and defensive capabilities.
  • The armament is remotely controlled through an electronic fire control system.
  • The vessels are fitted with 20,000 KW diesel engine-driven propulsion systems and can deliver speeds up to 25 knots. 
  • Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, Flag Officer Commanding – Western Naval Command, mentioned that opening up of warship building to the private sector by the Indian Navy is an opportunity that the private sector must make full use of, and is an enabling factor for increased private sector participation in this key area of national capability.

About Reliance Defence and Engineering Limited (RDEL):

Reliance Defence and Engineering Limited is an Anil Ambani-led shipbuilding and Heavy industry company.Headquarters of RDEL is located in Mumbai

  • Reliance Defence and Engineering Limited is the first private shipyard in India to obtain defence production licence and sign a contract for defence ships in 2011.
  • The company is also engaged in construction of one training ship and 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard.
  • The RDEL previously has also built ships for varied clients including ice bulk carriers for a Norwegian company, offshore support vessels for ONGC and offshore deck cargo barges for NPCC-UAE.
  • The company has also repaired and retrofitted commercial and defence ships as well as mobile oil drilling platforms for international clients




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