• Fifth Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) ‘Achal’, in a series of eight being constructed by Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) for the Indian Coast Guard, was ceremoniously launched on June 16.

• Designed and constructed under stringent dual-class certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and Indian Register of Shipping, the FPV ‘Achal’ features over 60 per cent indigenous content.

• FPV ‘Achal’ was ceremoniously launched in Goa in the presence of Coast Guard Commander (Western Seaboard), Additional Director General Anil Kumar Harbola.

• FPV for Indian Coast Guard is designed to offer high speed and is capable of enhancing maritime security of the nation. 

• The vessel measures 52 metres in length and 8 metres in breadth, with a displacement of 320 tonnes. 

• Powered by a CPP-based propulsion system, the vessel can reach a top speed of 27 knots.

• With its primary roles of protection, monitoring, control, and surveillance, ‘Achal’ is equipped to safeguard offshore assets and island territories. 

• Built at a total cost of Rs 473 crore, the project has also provided a significant boost to local industry by generating substantial employment and supporting MSMEs engaged in production activities at various factories and within GSL.

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