Adani Ports places order for eight tugs with Cochin Shipyard

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) will procure eight harbour tugs from local builder Cochin Shipyard to improve the efficiency and safety of vessel operations in Indian ports.

With a total contract value estimated at INR450 crore (US$52 million), these tugs are expected to begin delivery in December 2026 and continue until May 2028.

Previously, APSEZ contracted the construction of two 62-tonne bollard pull ASD (azimuthing stern drive) tugs for Ocean Sparkle, both of which were deployed at Paradeep Port and New Mangalore Port.

The construction of three additional ASD tugs is currently underway, bringing the total order to 13 tugs, aimed at providing a younger fleet for more efficient and reliable services in the sector.

“This collaboration to procure from Cochin Shipyard signifies our commitment to enhancing maritime infrastructure in India and demonstrates our confidence in our nation's PSUs," said Mr. Ashwani Gupta, Whole-time Director & CEO of APSEZ.

"By leveraging local manufacturing capabilities, which are world-class, we aim to contribute to the ‘Make in India’ initiative while ensuring that our operations meet international standards of safety and efficiency.”