Indian Coast Guard (ICG) inducted first of the six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs), being constructed by Chowgule & Company Private Limited in Goa on June 18, 2026. Its induction will further enhance ICG’s operational effectiveness, response to emerging challenges and the vision of #AatmanirbharBharat.
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Ministry of Defence today signed a contract with Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd., Goa for procurement of six Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) for the Indian Coast Guard at a total cost of Rs 387.44 crore. These amphibious vessels, also called ‘Hovercrafts’, will be procured under the Buy (Indian) category. These ACVs will be indigenously manufactured in India for the first time in line with the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ vision of the Government, says Ministry of Defence.
Exclusive | Ministry of Defence signed a landmark ₹387.44 crore deal with Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd. for six indigenously manufactured Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs)/Hovercrafts for the @IndiaCoastGuard. This procurement aims to enhance our capabilities and strengthen maritime security.
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A newly delivered state of the art hybrid diesel electric cargo vessel called at Mormugao Port Authority breakwater berth. She is a German owned hybrid vessel of length about 99 meters and propelled by Direct Current Electric Motor, built by Chowgule Shipyard - Goa.
Ministry Of Defence signs contract with M/s Chowgule & Company on 24 Oct 2024 for the acquisition of 06 ACVs (Hovercrafts) #indigenously manufactured for @IndiaCoastGuard. This move strengthens coastal security in alignment with GoI’s #AtmanirbharBharat and #MakeInIndia initiatives.
Ministry of Defence today signed contract with Chowgule & Company Pvt Ltd for six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) for @IndiaCoastGuard at ₹387.44 cr, to enhance coastal patrolling, reconnaissance & rescue ops under 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' vision.
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The Ministry of Defence (@DefenceMinIndia) signed a contract for the acquisition of 6 Air Cushion Vehicles for the @IndiaCoastGuard.
These amphibious vessels, also known as Hovercrafts, will strengthen #Coastal security in alignment with the government's #AtmanirbharBharat and #MakeInIndia initiatives.
We’re privileged to be working with Pooja on our hybrid vessel project. Her story is an inspiration to girls to contribute to rebuilding India’s shipbuilding industry. Continue your path breaking adventure! @ChowguleG @lloydsregister https://t.co/8RXqXjR50C
@iidlpgp@AnjaliP27@DevendraPai Indian Manufacturing. Entrepreneurs/professionals are building good export oriented organisations, capital will be delivered, policy seems aligned right now. We also need to grow the public consciousness of the importance of Manufacturing in India. #atmanirbharbharat
@iidlpgp@AnjaliP27@DevendraPai Really enjoyed the interaction. Students of @iidlpgp were extremely clued in to the opportunities challenges of India. If new generation policy makers ask questions in the open minded spirit that they did, it will help the country’s journey to delivering on our real potential.