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— General Upendra Dwivedi, Indian Army Chief

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— Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Indian Navy Chief

Since, its inception in 1964, SP Guide Publications has consistently demonstrated commitment to high-quality journalism in the aerospace and defence sectors, earning a well-deserved reputation as Asia's largest media house in this domain. I wish SP Guide Publications continued success in its pursuit of excellence.

— Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Indian Air Force Chief
       

Contract for 04 X 500T Self Propelled Fuel Barges for Indian Navy with Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, Thane

March 3, 2026 Photo(s): By PIB

A contract for construction of 04 X 500T Self Propelled Fuel Barges has been concluded with Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, Thane (MSME Shipyard) on March 2, 2026.

These Barges are the proud flag bearers of "Make in India" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiatives of the Govt of India and will be built under the Classification Rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

The primary role of these barges will be replenishment of fuel to ships and submarines in harbour and at anchorage. With this contract, Indian Navy continues to encourage and bolster the growth of MSME Shipyards thereby contributing immensely towards the domestic shipbuilding ecosystem in line with Maritime India Vision 2030.