India has advanced its marine infrastructure by commissioning a 250-tonne slipway cradle in Kochi, the largest government-owned vessel cradle in the country.
The facility, built by the Fishery Survey of India (FSI) at a cost of ₹1.78 crore, was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying George Kurian on Wednesday.
The heavy-duty steel structure has been designed to safely haul and launch vessels of up to 250 tonnes displacement, offering docking and maintenance support for a wide range of craft, from fishermen’s boats to sophisticated research vessels.
The system can accommodate six vessels simultaneously across different berths, significantly improving repair and servicing capabilities at the Kochi complex.
According to the Union Minister, the facility represents a major step in India’s vision for a sustainable blue economy. He added that the facility would benefit fishers, government agencies, and marine stakeholders by ensuring uninterrupted operations for marine research, stock
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