Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) has achieved two significant milestones in its shipbuilding programme for Ocean Sparkle Limited, marking the keel laying of Yard No. UY184 and the steel cutting of Yard No. UY186. Both vessels are 70-tonne Bollard Pull (BP) tugs being constructed for the maritime services company.
The latest milestones underline the continued progress of UCSL’s tug-building programme and reinforce its growing partnership with Ocean Sparkle Limited. The developments follow the successful delivery of three 70T Bollard Pull tugs within a single year, demonstrating the shipyard’s ability to execute multiple vessel construction projects within demanding timelines.
Representatives from Ocean Sparkle Limited attended the milestone ceremonies, reflecting the close collaboration between the shipbuilder and its valued client. The continued engagement highlights the confidence placed in UCSL’s shipbuilding capabilities, project execution and commitment to delivering quality vessels.
Meanwhile, the first vessel in the current series of eight 70T BP tugs is nearing completion and is getting ready for launch, marking another important step in the programme.
The keel laying and steel cutting ceremonies represent key stages in the shipbuilding process, with the former signalling the commencement of a vessel’s structural assembly and the latter marking the beginning of its construction through steel fabrication.
The ongoing projects further strengthen Udupi Cochin Shipyard’s position in the construction of specialised harbour and towing vessels. The successful execution of the programme is also expected to contribute to India’s domestic shipbuilding capabilities, particularly in the tug segment.
With the first vessel approaching launch and additional vessels progressing through different stages of construction, UCSL and Ocean Sparkle Limited are looking forward to achieving further milestones in their continuing partnership.