The contract was signed by Cdr Shantanu Bose, IN(Retd), Director (Shipbuilding), GRSE, and Shri Ratnesh Kumar, Executive Director (Strategy), ONGC, in the presence of Shri Satyen Kumar, Director (Technical), ONGC, Shri Bhaskar Chowdary Nettem, Director (Production), ONGC, and senior officials from GRSE & ONGC.

The project marks an important addition to GRSE’s commercial shipbuilding portfolio, extending its capabilities in the specialised offshore support vessel segment. The vessels will support ONGC’s offshore exploration and production operations, contributing to the maritime infrastructure required by India’s energy sector.

With an overall length of approximately 80 metres, a beam of 20 metres and a deadweight capacity of 3,000 tonnes, each vessel will feature a clear deck area of around 650 square metres and an endurance of 45+3 days. Designed and built in accordance with the Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), the vessels will be equipped to undertake a range of offshore logistics and support functions.

A defining feature of the project is the incorporation of an advanced hybrid propulsion architecture, comprising electrically driven azimuth thrusters and a Lithium-Ion Battery Energy Storage System. The battery system will support peak load management, spinning reserve, dynamic positioning operations and emergency response functions. This configuration is intended to enhance operational efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vessel operations.

The ONGC contract represents a further step in diversifying GRSE’s order portfolio and applying its shipbuilding expertise to the requirements of the commercial maritime and offshore energy sectors.

During his career, Shri Nettem has held key roles in the Mangala oilfields joint venture, the Barmer–Bhogat heated crude oil pipeline, ONGC’s downstream expansion and ONGC Videsh Limited. He has also led production enhancement and asset management initiatives at Assam Asset and provided strategic direction at Mumbai High on production, redevelopment, asset integrity and HSE. As Director (Production), he will focus on strengthening ONGC’s production performance through operational expertise, technology and strategic initiatives, contributing to India’s energy security.

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The discovery, along with other finds in the area, could potentially be developed through shared facilities enabled by the PNG Rules, 2025, helping bring deepwater resources into production. ONGC said it will continue exploration in deep and ultra-deepwater areas to expand India’s domestic hydrocarbon resources and support the country’s objective of strengthening energy security.

Dr. Archna Thakur brings a strong academic and professional profile to the Board. She holds a Doctorate in International Politics from Himachal Pradesh University and is a Gold Medalist in Master’s in Political Science. Her expertise is expected to contribute to Board-level deliberations, governance and strategic oversight as ONGC continues to play a key role in India’s energy sector. CXO TechBOT congratulates Dr. Thakur on her appointment and wishes her success in her new leadership role.

The award was presented at the Global Safety Awards 2026 held on July 2, 2026. The recognition places ONGC among leading global energy companies prioritizing safety innovation and sustainable practices.

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