NEW DELHI: Reinforcing India’s Indigenous Maritime power and Aatmanirbharta in shipbuilding, Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched ICGS ATAL ( Yard 1275) Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in a ceremony held at Vasco-da-Gama, Goa. It is the sixth in a series of eight state-of-the-art indigenously designed FPVs being constructed for ICG by GSL.

The FPVs, designed in-house at GSL, are 52 metres in length, with an 8-metre beam and 320-tonne displacement. These high-speed boats are equipped to conduct coastal patrols, island security missions, and offshore asset protection, significantly augmenting India’s maritime domain awareness and national security. The vessel shall also perform anti-smuggling, anti-piracy and search & rescue operations.

Speaking on the occasion Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay, CMD, GSL said: “The launch of ICGS Atal reflects the indomitable spirit of Team GSL and its unwavering commitment to indigenisation, innovation, and excellence in shipbuilding, even amidst global supply chain challenges.” Rozy Agarwal, Principal Internal Financial  Advisor (PIFA),  Coast Guard Headquarters who was also the chief  Guest, lauded GSL’s robust execution capabilities and its pivotal role in advancing the nation’s maritime security.

Senior dignitaries from the Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, strategic industry partners, and GSL officials took part in the event.