Introduction:
The Indian Navy celebrated a big achievement on November 30, 2023, when they received the Third Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 17 (Yard 127). This barge was a huge achievement for the Indian Navy.
Shri Shankar Mukharjee, INAS, AGM NAD (Karanja) was present at the occasion, which was a great honor for everyone involved.
Indian Navy Receives Third ACTCM Barge
The initiative known as “Make in India” with indigenous pride
“Make in India” is a project that is being spearheaded by the Ministry of Defence, and this cutting-edge barge is proudly serving as a symbol of the initiative.
The dedication to developing domestic production capabilities is highlighted by the fact that all of the principal and ancillary equipment and systems that are employed in the LSAM 17 have been procured from indigenous producers.
Putting Aatmanirbhar Bharat into Action Through Collaboration with a Shipyard Serving MSME
With the help of M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, a micro, small, and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) based in Thane, the contract for the construction and delivery of eleven Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barges was successfully concluded.
“Aatmanirbhar Bharat” is an effort that the Government of India is working on, and this collaboration fits in perfectly with that program.
Particularly noteworthy is the fact that M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd has already delivered two of these barges, demonstrating their capacity to contribute to the nation’s efforts to achieve self-reliance aim.
In accordance with the regulations of the Indian Register of Shipping
These barges are constructed in accordance with the classification guidelines established by the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), which guarantees that they are in accordance with the legislation and standards that govern the industry.
Through this commitment to quality, the dedication to producing maritime assets of the highest possible quality is highlighted.
The Indian Navy Receives a Boost in Their Operations
It is anticipated that the availability of ACTCM Barges will provide a significant boost to the operational commitments of the Indian Navy to fulfill its obligations.
Both beside jetties and at outer harbors, these barges will make it easier to efficiently load and disembark products and munitions to IN Ships. This will be the case regardless of the location of the barges.
This improvement in logistical skills is very necessary in order to keep operational readiness and effectiveness at such a high level.
