The Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCI) marked a milestone today with the launch of its newest vessel, Dredge Godavari, at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL).
A Global First in Dredging
DCI says the Godavari is the first-ever 12,000 m³ Beagle Series dredger constructed anywhere in the world, setting a new benchmark for the global dredging industry.
Next-Generation Technology
“The vessel has been designed with advanced engineering and modern technology, representing the next generation of dredgers,” DCI stated. “It delivers unmatched efficiency, precision, and environmental sustainability.”
Collaboration and Expertise
Built by Cochin Shipyard Limited in partnership with international design and technology experts, the Godavari features highly efficient dredging mechanisms, advanced automation, and enhanced safety and environmental systems, highlighting India’s growing shipbuilding capabilities.
India’s Most Sophisticated Dredger
Developed in collaboration with Royal IHC of the Netherlands, the DCI Dredge Godavari is India’s most sophisticated dredger to date, combining modern design, state-of-the-art technology, and world-class engineering.
