Reliance Defence rolls out 2 Naval Offshore Vessels at Pipavav
The Dollar Business Bureau Two Naval Offshore Patrol Vessels (NOPVs), built by Reliance Defence and Engineering Ltd (RDEL), were launched on Tuesday at the company’s shipyard at Pipavav in Gujarat. The two NOPVs - NS001 & NS002, are part of five warships project being built by RDEL for the Indian Navy. “The five NOPVs being constructed at Reliance Shipyard are patrol ships and are armed with 76mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM) system, along with two 30mm AK-630 guns which provide medium range and short range offensive and defensive capabilities. The armament is remotely controlled through an electronic fire control system,” the company said in a statement. The two naval vessels constructed by a private player is a first in India. Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, ...
Reliance Defence inks pact with UAE firm for naval ship manufacturing
The Dollar Business Bureau Reliance Defence Limited (RDL), a subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure Limited, has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) for the setting up of a strategic partnership for the construction of naval ships to cater to the demands of the Gulf Cooperation Council over the next 10 years. “Under this MoU, RDL and ADSB are investigating the opportunity to set up a strategic partnership for the construction of naval ships, including frigates, destroyers and other specialised vessels to address the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) over the next 10 years. “The agreement could also see ADSB delivering maintenance repair, overhaul and refit services to the vessels, in line with regioan requirements," the Anil Ambani-led firm said in ...
