In a major strategic boost for Andhra Pradesh, Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) has selected Machilipatnam for its next phase of warship-building and defence manufacturing expansion on the East Coast—one of the most significant developments yet for the Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board (APMB).
A landmark MoU signed on the second day (November 15) of the CII Partnership Summit between APMB and GSL positions Machilipatnam to emerge as a critical pillar in India’s shipbuilding ecosystem, reinforcing A.P.’s growing role in the country’s maritime–defence corridor.
Under the partnership, GSL and APMB will work together to create state-of-the-art facilities for next-generation naval vessel construction—including offshore patrol vessels (OPVs), missile boats and coastal security craft—besides defence-grade refits, modern dry-docking, systems integration, and the development of an ecosystem that supports high-skilled marine engineering jobs. The collaboration also aims to strengthen Machilipatnam Port as a defence manufacturing and logistics hub.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said, “Goa Shipyard choosing Machilipatnam for warship building is a milestone for Andhra Pradesh. This partnership strengthens India’s naval capabilities while accelerating our mission to build world-class maritime and defence infrastructure. It will create future-ready jobs and transform Machilipatnam into a strategic hub.”
