India’s Goa Shipyard Ltd delivered the 5th and final vessel of the 5 Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vehicle (CGOPV) Project ahead of contractual schedule. The vessel was named ICGS ‘Saksham’. The point to be underlined- all 5 vessels have been delivered before time to the Indian Coast Guard. The contract for 5 CGOPVs was signed by GSL with the Ministry of Defence on 26 August 2016.
Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams
About the vessels:
All the five CGOPVs will be the most advanced patrol vessels in service with the coast guard. Also, the 2,400 tonnes vessels are fitted with additional features including quick response boats for rescue and anti-piracy and gunnery simulators. The hull is designed to provide fuel efficiency, crew comfort and enhanced sea keeping qualities. With computerised control systems, they are the most advanced patrol vessels in service with the Coast Guard. It has an indigenous content of about 70% and weighs around 2400 tonnes.
The "Stairway to Heaven" is one of the most amazing natural places in the world.…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections of the country has reached the all-time high…
To boost the global health democracy the Aarogya Maitri portable healthcare infrastructure in the Jamaica.…
The Infosys has appointed the Nitin Paranjpe as the its Non-Executive Vice Chairman with the…
Amul is one of the most trusted and loved food brands in India. From butter…
The State Government of Karnataka has introduced the India's first digital grievance redressal system for…