HSL Ship Repair Complex: A Hub Reborn with Surge in Dockings and National Trust
Once a quiet section of the shipyard with limited activity, Hindustan Shipyard Limited’s Ship Repair Complex (SRC) is today a hub of maritime action, operating at near-full capacity and fast becoming the destination of choice for ship owners seeking reliable and timely refits
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Visakhapatnam: Once a quiet section of the shipyard with limited activity, Hindustan Shipyard Limited’s Ship Repair Complex (SRC) is today a hub of maritime action, operating at near-full capacity and fast becoming the destination of choice for ship owners seeking reliable and timely refits.
The transformation of the complex stems from a renewed focus on timely delivery, customer-centric processes, operational efficiency and Business Process Re-Engineering.
As of now, four ships are actively undergoing repairs at Repair Dock of HSL: ICGS Sarang, SCI Sabarmati, MV Tharangini, and Matsya Drushti. These vessels represent a healthy mix of defence, commercial, and scientific maritime assets — a testament to HSL’s versatile capabilities and its growing profile across sectors.
This momentum doesn’t end there. The pipeline for the upcoming months is equally packed, with INS Jamuna, RV Sagar Kanya, MFV Samudrika and Matsya Darshini already scheduled for dry-docking. For a section of the yard that once saw long stretches of inactivity occasionally going days without a single vessel in dock. This marks a remarkable shift.
“This turnaround is a direct result of our commitment to timelines, quality workmanship, and transparent engagement with clients,” said a senior official at HSL.
“Ship owners who have experienced our performance are now proactively lining up their vessels for repairs with us,” he stated.
In fact, the demand has grown to a point where HSL is experiencing constraints in providing adequate berthing space for incoming ships. To address this, HSL is entering into a tie-up with its trusted and long-standing partner — the Visakhapatnam Port Authority — to secure alternate berths for handling the growing inflow of vessels.
Thie strategic move ensures that HSL continues to deliver on-time results without compromising quality, even under increased operational pressure.
The rejuvenated SRC (Ship Repair complex) has thus become a symbol of how focused reform, process discipline, and experienced manpower can reinvigorate even traditionally underutilized assets. It is now not only meeting expectations but setting new benchmarks.
As HSL steps into its Sapphire Year (85th) this 21st Jun, SRC’s resurgence adds a compelling chapter to the shipyard’s journey. With this comeback of a National Asset of high importance, the message is clear: HSL's SRC is back — busier, better, and bolder than ever.
