Superintendent of Warship Production (Kolkata) Commodore S. Sreekumar launched 25t bollard pull (BP) tug, Bheeshma on 14 Jan 24 at M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (M/s TRSL), Kolkata. This tug is the proud flag bearer of the “Make in India” initiative of the Government of India.
Contract concluded with M/s TRSL, Kolkata for construction and delivery of six 25T BP Tugs in line with “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative of Government of India. These tugs are being constructed under the classification rules of the Indian Shipping Register (IRS). The availability of the tug will accelerate IN's operational commitments by facilitating assistance to naval ships and submarines during berthing and un-berthing, turning and maneuvering in confined waters. The tugs will also provide firefighting support to ships at anchor and will have the capability to conduct limited search and rescue operations.
