India is developing Naukosh, a comprehensive digital portal dedicated to the country’s shipbuilding and ship repair industry, aimed at bringing key maritime stakeholders together on a unified platform. The portal is targeted to go live by the end of 2026.
Aligned with the objectives of Maritime India Vision 2030 (MIV 2030) and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 (MAKV 2047), the initiative seeks to strengthen India’s shipbuilding ecosystem through improved collaboration, transparency and access to industry information.
Naukosh is expected to connect shipyards, ship repair service providers, regulators, classification societies, shipowners, equipment suppliers, ancillary service providers, financiers, insurers, training institutes and research organisations.
The platform aims to provide industry insights, investment opportunities, information on training programmes, and access to financial assistance schemes and government incentives. By facilitating connections among stakeholders, it is expected to support the development and competitiveness of India’s shipbuilding and ship repair sectors.
Development of the portal is currently underway. Maritime stakeholders will be invited to participate in the initiative, provide feedback and create verified profiles to ensure that the platform addresses the needs of the industry.
Shri Pradeep Sudhakar, Chief Ship Surveyor, has introduced Naukosh and outlined its vision for the future of Indian shipbuilding.
The initiative represents a step towards building a more connected maritime ecosystem and strengthening India’s ambition to emerge as a globally competitive shipbuilding and ship repair hub.