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Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (“SDHI”), a key private player in commercial & defence shipbuilding, ship repairs, and heavy fabrication in India, has successfully completed the refit of the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) SAJAG, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, ahead of schedule. This marks SDHI’s second consecutive early project completion, following the refit of the Indian Coast Guard’s fast patrol vessel, Raj Ratan. The successful delivery further reinforces SDHI’s expertise in managing complex ship repair operations with efficiency and precision. The dry docking and refit of ICGS SAJAG also represent a key milestone in the shipyard’s ongoing revival.

Commenting on the milestone, Vivek Merchant, Director, Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited, said, “The successful completion of ICGS SAJAG’s refit highlights our engineering precision, operational agility, and commitment to strengthening India's maritime defence. As the industry experiences a pivotal shift with increased government investments in shipbuilding and defence infrastructure, SDHI is poised to play a crucial role in this evolution. Our expertise in executing complex overhauls positions us as a trusted partner in India's shipbuilding ambitions. With a strategic focus on modernization and self-reliance, we are committed to expanding our capabilities beyond ship repairs and soon resuming full-scale shipbuilding operations to shape the future of the maritime sector.”

Originally scheduled from 15 November 2024 to 15 March 2025, the refit was completed ahead of schedule following a successful sea trial. Over three months, the vessel underwent extensive repairs and testing, carried out in collaboration with M/s Krasny Defence Technologies Ltd., the official repair partner. As part of this overhaul, SDHI provided end-to-end services, including berthing, dry docking, undocking, and other critical yard operations essential to its completion.

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