Kolkata/Hamburg, Germany (March 24, 2025): Strengthening its commitment to “Make in India, Make for the World”, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Limited by the 7th and 8th Multi purpose vessel (MPV) of 7,500 DWT (MPV) The contract has been signed with GMBH & Co. KG. The agreement was formally signed on 24 March 2025 in Hamburg, Germany.
The contract follows the previous ‘option agreement’ between the two companies, including the purchase of four additional MPVs from GRSE. Under this project, GRSE will construct a total of eight ships, which has an estimated order price of about $ 108 million.
The length of each MPV will be 120 meters, the width will be 17 meters and its maximum draft will be 6.75 meters. These ships are designed for multi -purpose use, with a large cargo hold that is capable of carrying bulk, general and project cargo. Additionally, hatch cover containers will facilitate transport, and the vessels are designed to adjust several large windmill blades, especially on the deck, which supports the increasing demands of the renewable energy sector.
The agreement was signed by GRSE Deputy General Manager (Commercial Ship construction) Commander Prasenjit Roy, Indian Navy (retired) and Carston Rehder Managing Director Mr. Thomas Rehhar. The signature ceremony was attended by GRSE Chairman and Managing Director Commander PR Hari, Indian Navy (retired), Managing Director of Carston Rehhadar, Mr. Jonas Mainert and other senior officials of both organizations.
This important achievement further strengthens the global expansion efforts of GRSE, strengthening its reputation as a reliable shipmaster in the international market, while showing India’s advanced marine manufacturing capabilities.
