MoD signs contract with Cochin Shipyard for mid-life upgrade, re-powering of INS Beas
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Monday signed a contract with Kochi-based Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the mid-life upgrade and re-powering of Indian Navy’s frigate INS Beas at an overall cost of Rs.313.42 crore.
The project would involve more than 50 MSMEs and would lead to the generation of employment for more than 3500 personnel, the defence ministry said.
INS Beas is the first of Brahmaputra Class Frigate to be re-powered from steam to diesel propulsion. After completion of Mid-Life Upgrade and Re- Re-Powering in 2026, INS Beas will join the active fleet of the Indian Navy with a modernized weapon suite and upgraded combat capability.
The transformative maiden re-powering project marks a significant stride in the maintenance philosophy of the Indian Navy and the repair capabilities of CSL.
[With Inputs from IANS]
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