Navy's Third Indigenous LCU launched in Kolkata (Lead)

Posted on 17th Jan 2015 01:26 pm by mohit kumar

Kolkata, Jan 16 (IANS) The third vessel in the series of eight Landing Craft Utility (LCU) ships, designed in-house and being built by the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) for the Indian Navy, was launched here Friday.

Considered a milestone in India's quest for self-reliance in sophisticated shipbuilding, the eight LCUs are set to play a significant role in transportation of main battle tanks, armoured vehicles and troops of the Indian Army during amphibious operations.

The launch of the vessel was made in the presence of navy vice chief, Vice Admiral Sunil Lanba, and his wife Reena Lanba.

The first vessel of the series was launched March 12 last year, followed by the second Sep 23.

The LCUs will be fitted with an advanced integrated platform management system for remote control of propulsion, auxiliary and power generating equipment. Two CRN-91 indigenous 30 MM guns to provide fire support during operations will also be fitted onboard.

The ship can be deployed for maritime roles like maritime security, beaching/un-beaching, humanitarian relief operations and evacuation from distant islands, search and rescue operations and peace-keeping missions.

Speaking on the occasion, Vice Admiral Lanba lauded the GRSE and other private sector industries for their valuable contributions towards achieving Indian Navy's dream of transformation from a "Buyers Navy" to a "Builders Navy".

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