Goa: In a major boost to India’s maritime security and defence indigenization efforts, Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) successfully launched ‘Achal’, the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) in a series of eight being constructed for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
The launch ceremony was held at the GSL shipyard in Goa and graced by Kavita Harbola, in the presence of Additional Director General Anil Kumar Harbola, Commander, Coast Guard Western Seaboard.
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The 52-meter-long, 320-ton vessel is powered by a CPP-based propulsion system and is capable of reaching 27 knots, making it ideal for high-speed maritime missions.
Designed with more than 60% indigenous content, ‘Achal’ was built under dual-class certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and the Indian Register of Shipping, emphasizing India’s push toward Aatmanirbharta in defence manufacturing.
Goa Shipyard Capabilities
“The successful launch of ‘Achal’ highlights GSL’s capability to deliver cutting-edge maritime platforms aligned with the Indian Coast Guard’s operational needs,” said Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay, CMD, Goa Shipyard Ltd.
Key Highlights:
- Fifth FPV out of 8 under construction by Goa Shipyard for ICG
- Built with 60%+ indigenous components
- Designed for surveillance, monitoring, and offshore asset protection
- Top speed of 27 knots with CPP propulsion
- Part of a ₹473 crore Make-in-India initiative
- Significant employment generated for local workforce and MSMEs
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This vessel is part of a larger ₹473 crore project that has catalyzed job creation and supported MSMEs across the supply chain. With its cutting-edge design and strategic utility, ‘Achal’ strengthens coastal defence capabilities and marks another milestone in the GSL–ICG partnership.
