IRS and National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research ink agreement for Advanced Ocean Research Vessel

NEW DELHI : In a significant stride towards bolstering maritime research, Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has formalized an agreement with the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. This pivotal agreement, which includes construction supervision of new research vessel to be built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd, marks a major advancement in the construction and delivery of a state-of-the-art Ocean Research Vessel (ORV).

The agreement was signed by Mr. Devrup Kabi, Head Ship Building Project Management of IRS and Shri M.M. Subramaniam, Scientist I/C of Vessel Operation and Management, NCPOR with key figures from NCPOR, including Dr. Manish Tiwari, Scientist F; Shri Lalit Kumar Ahirwar, Scientist F and Mr. Bhaskar Bhargav, Surveyor in Charge Goa, IRS in attendance.

“We are excited to contribute our extensive expertise in survey vessel operations to this groundbreaking project,” stated Mr. Devrup Kabi, Head SPBM, IRS. “Our deep experience and technical skills will be pivotal in the successful construction of the ORV, in collaboration with NCPOR and GRSE. We remain committed to advancing ocean research and wish all parties success in this significant endeavour.”

This collaboration highlights the dedication of IRS and NCPOR to enhancing scientific research and exploration within marine environments. The ORV is poised to significantly elevate India’s oceanographic research and data capabilities, aligning with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.