The Hans India26 Sep 2026AI generated
DCI detailed the fleet programme behind its ₹3,560 crore expansion: 11 new dredgers over five years, funded by a mix of equity and debt.
- Dredge Godavari, a 12,000 m³ TSHD, is under construction at Cochin Shipyard with Royal IHC technical collaboration; launched October 2025, due in fleet FY2026-27
- Operating margin improved to 16.84% from 12.33%, on revenue of ₹1,208.33 crore
- Exploring dry-docking and ship-repair tie-ups with shipyards and greenfield ports to cut turnaround time
The vessel is built under the Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative.
Context
The fleet total and ₹3,560 crore figure were first announced on 2026-09-25; this report adds the Dredge Godavari delivery timeline and funding split.
