HSL completes refit of research vessel Samudra Ratnakar five days ahead of schedule

Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) has completed the refit of research vessel Samudra Ratnakar five days ahead of schedule, taking the number of refits completed by the shipyard to 11 in a little over seven months.

According to a release issued by HSL, a new multibeam echo sounder was installed on the vessel in 15 days, as against the 30 days taken for the earlier installation. Thirty underwater valves were overhauled, and three were replaced. The scientific equipment and hydraulic systems on board were restored, and a new tank was fitted to the sewage treatment plant.

In the last two months alone, the shipyard has completed the refits of INS Nistar, INS Jalashwa, INS BPT-II, SSL Sabarimalai and LGT Navya, besides Samudra Ratnakar.

The shipyard attributed the record to engineering expertise, meticulous planning, optimum use of resources and coordination among its departments.

HSL said a shorter stay in dock meant lower costs, quicker redeployment and more time at sea for ship owners. It added that its skilled workforce, modern dry-docking facilities and location on the east coast made it a preferred yard for quick turnaround, cost efficiency and timely delivery.