The Indian Navy recently commissioned the Mahabali Tug at Shoft Shipyard Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat. It is a 25-ton Bollard Pull (BP) Tug. Read: The Latest Defence Current Affairs Notes here
This vessel, a creation of Shoft Shipyard located in Bharuch, Gujarat, is one of three such tugs commissioned as part of a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Defence and the Shipyard.
It has been constructed in accordance with the classification rules set forth by the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) is an international ship classification society providing ship classification and certification as well as technical inspection services.
It will assume a crucial role in aiding naval ships and submarines during berthing and unberthing operations, as well as in navigating through confined waters.
It is equipped to enhance firefighting capabilities for ships both alongside and at anchorage. It is also outfitted for limited Search and Rescue Operations.
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