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GRSE Signs Five MoUs to Strengthen India’s Maritime Ambitions under ‘Samudra Se Samriddhi’ Mission: Gujarat/Kolkata, 20 September 2025: In a significant step towards realizing India’s vision of becoming one of the world’s top five shipbuilding nations by 2047, Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) signed five strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on Saturday, 20th September 2025, during the launch of the ‘Samudra Se Samriddhi’ Mission at Bhavnagar. The initiative, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is a cornerstone of India’s Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision, a blueprint aimed at revitalizing the nation’s maritime industry and strengthening its position in the global shipbuilding sector.
A Pivotal Moment for India’s Maritime Future
The signing ceremony, attended by industry leaders and key stakeholders, underscored GRSE’s critical role in supporting India’s maritime self-reliance. The MoUs, aimed at fostering collaboration across various maritime domains, reinforce GRSE’s commitment to the growth of India’s shipbuilding industry, particularly in the areas of green technology, infrastructure development, and port logistics.
PR Hari, Chairman and Managing Director of GRSE, emphasized the significance of the MoUs in advancing India’s maritime aspirations. “We are proud to be part of this historic programme, which aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision to propel India into the top ranks of global shipbuilding nations by 2047. These MoUs mark a key step in building a sustainable and integrated maritime ecosystem where shipyards, ports, operators, and infrastructure partners work hand-in-hand to develop innovative and green solutions. GRSE, with its legacy of delivering world-class warships and expanding into commercial shipbuilding, is fully aligned with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Maritime Amritkal vision,” he said.
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Strategic Partnerships to Drive Innovation and Sustainability
The five MoUs, signed by Cmde A Vinith, IN (Retd.), Chief General Manager of GRSE, with prominent organizations, pave the way for multi-faceted collaborations. The partners include:
Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority (SMPA), Kolkata
Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Limited (IPRCL)
The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI)
Modest Infrastructure Private Limited (MIPL)
These partnerships focus on areas critical to the modernization and expansion of India’s maritime sector. The MoUs aim to explore joint ventures and collaborative efforts in newbuild construction, particularly in green and low-emission vessels, and ship repair. Additionally, the agreements highlight the development of green tugs in alignment with GTTP (Green Tug Technology Program) specifications, port infrastructure development, and multimodal logistics to ensure seamless last-mile connectivity.
The joint efforts also extend to the construction of jetties, berths, and the development of civil, rail, and ropeway infrastructure for ports and terminals, all critical elements for improving the efficiency of India’s port operations.
GRSE built ship.
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A Vision for Sustainable Growth
The collaboration with key stakeholders marks a significant milestone in GRSE’s strategy to not only boost India’s shipbuilding capabilities but also to ensure the sector embraces sustainability. The green and low-emission vessels mentioned in the MoUs are part of India’s broader commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and supporting the global shift toward eco-friendly maritime solutions.
As part of this vision, GRSE aims to introduce innovative technologies that will set new standards in shipbuilding while adhering to environmental and operational benchmarks. This move aligns with India’s broader goals under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision, which focuses on sustainable growth, technological innovation, and the creation of jobs within the maritime sector.
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India’s Maritime Resurgence
The ‘Samudra Se Samriddhi’ Mission, launched by Prime Minister Modi, emphasizes India’s strategic objectives in maritime growth, including a focus on green shipbuilding, port development, and an integrated maritime ecosystem. These MoUs, marking an important step forward, not only aim to enhance India’s self-reliance in maritime technology but also position the country as a global maritime leader by 2047.
With GRSE at the helm, India’s shipbuilding sector is poised to achieve new milestones, reinforcing its standing as a global powerhouse in both military and commercial shipbuilding. The collaboration with top-tier maritime organizations across multiple domains ensures a comprehensive, sustainable, and competitive framework to fuel the sector’s growth in the coming decades.
The future of Indian shipbuilding is indeed on the horizon, and with strategic initiatives like these, it is well on its way to becoming a key player on the world stage.
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