Indian Navy Receives Sixth Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge from Suryadipta Projects

The Indian Navy has taken delivery of the sixth Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge (LSAM 20) from Suryadipta Projects on 29 May 2024 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.

On 29 May 2024, the Indian Navy took delivery of the sixth Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge (LSAM 20) at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. This barge is part of an 11-barge project known as the ACTCM (Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile) Barge Project, constructed by Suryadipta Projects.

These specialized barges are designed to support the Indian Navy by facilitating the transportation, embarkation, and disembarkation of articles, ammunition, torpedoes, and missiles to naval ships. The barges can operate both alongside jetties and at various harbors, enhancing the logistical capabilities of the Navy.

The LSAM 20 is equipped with advanced handling and transportation systems to ensure the safe and efficient movement of critical supplies. The design and construction of these barges emphasize durability and operational reliability, ensuring they can perform under various maritime conditions.

The ACTCM Barge Project aims to bolster the operational readiness of the Indian Navy by providing a dependable means to transport essential munitions and supplies to vessels in port and at sea. The introduction of LSAM 20 into the fleet represents a significant step towards achieving this goal.

The delivery of LSAM 20 follows the successful completion of the previous five barges in the series, which have already been integrated into naval operations. With the addition of this latest barge, the Indian Navy continues to enhance its logistical infrastructure, ensuring that its ships remain well-supplied and mission-ready.

Suryadipta Projects has played a crucial role in this endeavor, leveraging its expertise in maritime construction to meet the specific needs of the Indian Navy. The collaboration between Suryadipta Projects and the Navy underscores the importance of domestic industry in supporting national defense capabilities.

As the Indian Navy looks to the future, the continued delivery of these specialized barges will further strengthen its operational capabilities, ensuring that it remains equipped to handle a wide range of maritime challenges.

In summary, the delivery of the sixth Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge (LSAM 20) marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance the logistical support infrastructure of the Indian Navy, providing a robust and reliable means to transport critical supplies to naval vessels.