Adamya and Akshar Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs)

Source: This post on Adamya and Akshar Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) has been created based on the article “ICG launches two Fast Patrol Vessels with over 60% indigenous content built by Goa Shipyard Ltd” published in PIB on 28th October 2024.

Why in news?

Recently, Goa Shipyard Ltd. (GSL) launched two new Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) named ‘Adamya’ and ‘Akshar’ for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).

About Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs)

1. These vessels were constructed with over 60% indigenous content. It is aligned with India’s mission towards self-reliance in defence also known as `Aatmanirbharta`.

2. The vessels are part of a contract signed between GSL and the Indian Coast Guard for the construction of eight FPVs.

3. For the first time, two vessels were launched simultaneously using a state-of-the-art Ship Lift System.

4. Roles and Responsibilities of FPVs: The primary missions of these FPVs include the protection, monitoring, control, and surveillance of offshore assets and island territories, enhancing India’s maritime security capabilities.

Features of FPVs

1. Each FPV is 52 meters in length and 8 meters in breadth, capable of reaching a maximum speed of 27 knots.

2. They are equipped with a Controllable Pitch Propeller-based propulsion system and have a displacement of 320 tons.

3. The ships have been constructed under stringent standards, obtaining dual certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and the Indian Register of Shipping.

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