BEML Ltd and MDL have collaborated to develop refined marine technologies, combining engineering and shipbuilding experience to increase India’s self-reliance in defence, in line with the “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” goal.

BEML Ltd and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on research and development of cutting-edge marine technologies. The signing ceremony occurred at BEML’s Delhi office and was attended by the company’s CMD, MDL’s Director (Shipbuilding), and senior officials from both organisations.

MDL is India’s only shipyard with a proven track record of manufacturing frigates, destroyers, and submarines. MDL has been participating in the indigenisation of its platform and is actively seeking partners to attain its goal of creating platforms entirely in India.

BEML Ltd has created robust research capabilities in various sectors, including platform designs for heavy defence utility vehicles, missile systems, metro and rail components, mining equipment, and defence system modernisation. As part of its strategy to broaden its expertise in the field, BEML intends to use its cooperation with MDL to develop cutting-edge solutions for future marine applications.

This collaboration demonstrates BEML’s dedication to improving its research skills and driving innovation in the defence and maritime sectors. The cooperation aims to capitalise on new opportunities in the maritime sector and contribute to India’s vision of “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” and technical self-reliance in crucial military technologies by combining its established engineering competence with MDL’s extensive understanding of shipbuilding.

Welcoming the partnership, Shri Shantanu Roy, CMD of BEML Ltd, states, “We are delighted to join hands with MDL to advance the nation’s maritime sector through enhanced research and the development of indigenous technologies. This collaboration underscores our commitment to reducing dependency on imports for the defence forces while strengthening our manufacturing capabilities and contributing to India’s self-reliance in the defence and maritime domain.”

Shri Sanjeev Singhal, CMD (MDL) states,“The MoU between MDL and BEML is an important step in the right direction. This collaboration is a testament to the shared vision of both organisations to drive innovation and technological advancement in Marine applications. This partnership is not just a milestone but a small yet decisive move towards the realisation of self-reliance in Defence production under the “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” initiative. I am confident that this partnership shall pave the way for meaningful indigenisation in the Defence sector and reinforce our commitment to the nation’s security and progress.”

BEML will contribute its substantial knowledge to this MoU by providing technical guidance for the design and manufacture of important marine-specific equipment. The company will also concentrate on creating and optimising manufacturing processes to meet the specialised needs of the maritime industry.

MDL will lead its indigenisation initiatives in conjunction with BEML, using BEML’s established track record of localising production for defence, rail, and mining equipment. This collaboration is a crucial step towards increasing self-sufficiency in critical marine technology while decreasing dependency on imports.

To facilitate this collaboration, MDL will provide BEML’s research team with dedicated facilities for the development, testing, and validation of novel technologies and systems. Together, the two organisations hope to stimulate innovation and produce cutting-edge solutions that line with India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-sufficient India) and boost the country’s maritime capabilities.

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