GSL delivers Indian Coast Guard’s Shoor OPV

India-based Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) has delivered a new 105m-long offshore patrol vessel (OPV), Shoor, built for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).

The vessel, which is the second in a series of six OPVs built by GSL for ICG, was delivered one and half month ahead of contractual schedule.

GSL CMD rear admiral Shekhar Mital said: "The delivery of second CGOPV ahead of schedule is a landmark event for GSL. The ship was launched on 21 Mar 2015.

"Delivery of the ship in one year of its launch, as was committed at the time of launch, is reflective of yard’s shipbuilding capabilities, commitment and validation of our execution skills.

"The OPV being handed over today speaks of GSL’s commitment to the "Make in India" initiative of the Govt. of India and yet another proof of successful journey towards timely execution of the project by a proud DPSU Shipyard, in perfect synergy with Coast Guard.
"Manifestation of this initiative will be seen more and more from GSL in times to come."

Built to meet the requirement to undertake policing and patrolling of the vast Indian Exclusive Economic Zone, the 2,400t OPVs are claimed to be the most advanced patrol vessels in service with the coast guard.

The vessels are equipped with a contemporary navigational integrated bridge system fitted with bridge watch navigational call up system and CCTV System for complete surveillance.

Additional equipments include, quick response boats meant for rescue and anti piracy; four lane simulator for small arms training, in addition to other advanced features.