India, July 9 -- 'Keel Laying' ceremony ofthird Fleet Support Ships (FSS)was held at M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli on09 Jul 25, in the presence of VAdm Rajaram Swaminathan, Controller Warship Production & Acquisition and senior officials from the Indian Navy, HSL and M/s L&T.

Indian Navy had signed a contract with HSL for acquisition ofFive Fleet Support Ships (FSS)in Aug 2023, with deliveries commencing mid-2027.

Showcasing the strength of public-private partnership, HSL has sub-contracted construction of two ships to M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli to effectively utilise the country's shipbuilding capacity and meet stringent timelines for delivery.

On induction, the FSS will bolster the 'Blue Water' capabilities of the Indian Navy throug...