As countries like the USA struggle to design and build warships and submarines in desired quantities, or lack the budget to do so, China has no such problems. Last year was another prolific year for Chinese shipbuilders as they meet demand from the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN).
INSV Kaundinya successfully completed its maiden 18-day voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, showcasing India's ancient stitched-shipbuilding heritage and civilisational ties with Oman and the Gulf. Built without nails and inspired by Ajanta cave paintings, it symbolises indigenous craftsmans
INSV Kaundinya completed an 18-day voyage from Gujarat to Muscat and received a water salute. Sarbananda Sonowal called it a proud moment linked to PM Modi's vision to revive ancient shipbuilding. The stitched ship reflects India's maritime heritage and historic Gulf ties.
INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built stitched sailing vessel, docked in Muscat after its maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar. The ship received a water salute. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal hailed it as a symbol of India's revived maritime heritage and shipbuilding tradition.
INSV Kaundinya, a traditional stitched sailing vessel, completed its voyage from Porbandar in Gujarat to Muscat, Oman, receiving a water salute. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal praised it as a symbol of India's revived ancient shipbuilding heritage inspired by Ajanta cave depictions.
Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, Chairman, Sushil Kumar Singh participated in the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) 2026 held in Rajkot, where he highlighted DPA's commitment towards sustainability, innovation and clean energy, according to a release.
HD Hyundai strengthens shipbuilding cooperation with the Tamil Nadu government following a high-level delegation visit to the Ulsan shipyard in South Korea on Thursday. Five officials from the Tamil Nadu government, including TRB Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Investment Promotions and Comm
The update comes as INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built traditional stitched sailing vessel, continues its maiden overseas voyage after setting sail from Porbandar, Gujarat, on December 29, bound for Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman.
This historic expedition marks a major milestone in India's efforts to revive, understand, and celebrate its ancient maritime heritage through a living ocean voyage.
South Korea is on track to win back a 20 per cent share of the world's shipbuilding orders this year. This recovery comes as global demand for new ships declines and the United States takes steps to slow China's maritime power.
As INSV Kaundinya is set to embark on its maiden voyage on December 29, the sailing vessel represents the legacy of stitched shipbuilding and India's timeless maritime connect with the Indian Ocean world.