International size shipyards to be set up

for Ministry of Shipping | Date - 13-07-2009


Lok Sabha

Maritime States including Gujarat were requested by this Ministry to identify suitable locations for setting up of international size shipyards, one each on the East Coast and West Coast of India respectively.

The nodal agencies viz. Ennore Port Limited and Mumbai Port Trust have been authorized to appoint Consultants who, inter alia, would identify 3 or 4 alternative sites each for setting up of shipyard on West Coast and East Coast of India respectively and also suggest optimal locations with detailed justification.The commencement of the project depends on the outcome of the recommendations of the Consultants.

The minimum land requirement of 1000-1500 acres and waterfront of about 2.5 Kms in length;

Water draft of 10 to 12 metres;

The site location for the proposed shipyards to have good rail and road connectivity;

Contiguity to a Major Port situated within the State.



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