India’s Pipavav Shipyard Poised for Maritime Manufacturing Revolution

Rear Admiral (retd.) Vipin Kumar Saxena, CEO of SDHI, discusses the transformative potential of India’s shipbuilding industry in an exclusive interview with Mint. With significant investments and strategic partnerships, Pipavav aims to become a global maritime hub.

SDHI, formerly Reliance Naval and Engineering Ltd, boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including one of Asia’s largest dry docks and advanced automation capabilities. With substantial investments and modernization efforts, the shipyard is ready to undertake new projects and maintenance operations.

Focusing on high-value, specialized vessels, SDHI aims to compete with international shipyards by collaborating with industry leaders like Royal IHC Netherlands and Samsung Heavy Industries. These partnerships will enhance capability transfer and ensure adherence to global quality standards.

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Aligned with the government’s Maritime India Vision 2030, SDHI’s expansion is supported by policy incentives and partnerships. The inclusion of shipbuilding in the Harmonised Master List signifies India’s commitment to becoming a maritime manufacturing powerhouse through public-private collaborations.

Industry experts foresee Pipavav as a pivotal player in India’s shipbuilding aspirations, leveraging its strategic location and infrastructure. SDHI’s vision to create a comprehensive maritime ecosystem aims to propel India’s shipbuilding industry towards self-reliance and global competitiveness.

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