ICG Launches Final Indigenous Pollution Control Vessel
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ICG Launches Final Indigenous Pollution Control Vessel

‘Samudra Prachet’, the second and final indigenously built Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) by Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL), was launched for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in Goa on 23 July 2025. With 72 per cent indigenous content, the vessel reflects a strong push towards Aatmanirbharta in defence production and significant involvement of local industries and MSMEs, aiding skill development and employment generation.
Designed to tackle maritime pollution, the 114.5-metre-long vessel with a displacement of 4,170 tonnes will be operated by 14 officers and 115 sailors. It features two side-sweeping arms for collecting oil spills while in motion, advanced radar for slick detection, and onboard systems for pollutant separation and oil recovery across all viscosity levels.
The ship was launched by Smt Priya Paramesh in the presence of Director General of ICG Paramesh Sivamani, who praised GSL's efforts and urged continued focus on indigenous defence production.
GSL CMD Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay highlighted the vessel’s environmental importance and its role in strengthening India’s maritime pollution response capabilities.
The first PCV was launched in August 2024 and is expected to be delivered shortly. Together, these vessels enhance India’s preparedness for protecting its Exclusive Economic Zone from marine pollution.

‘Samudra Prachet’, the second and final indigenously built Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) by Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL), was launched for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in Goa on 23 July 2025. With 72 per cent indigenous content, the vessel reflects a strong push towards Aatmanirbharta in defence production and significant involvement of local industries and MSMEs, aiding skill development and employment generation.Designed to tackle maritime pollution, the 114.5-metre-long vessel with a displacement of 4,170 tonnes will be operated by 14 officers and 115 sailors. It features two side-sweeping arms for collecting oil spills while in motion, advanced radar for slick detection, and onboard systems for pollutant separation and oil recovery across all viscosity levels.The ship was launched by Smt Priya Paramesh in the presence of Director General of ICG Paramesh Sivamani, who praised GSL's efforts and urged continued focus on indigenous defence production.GSL CMD Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay highlighted the vessel’s environmental importance and its role in strengthening India’s maritime pollution response capabilities.The first PCV was launched in August 2024 and is expected to be delivered shortly. Together, these vessels enhance India’s preparedness for protecting its Exclusive Economic Zone from marine pollution.

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