Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel

Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel is the second in a series of eight Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs).

Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel

Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel Latest News

Recently, Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Akshar was commissioned at Karaikal, Puducherry.

About Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel

  • It is the second in a series of eight Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs).
  • The name ‘Akshar’ meaning ‘imperishable’, symbolises the ICG’s steadfast resolve and commitment to ensuring safe, secure, and clean seas.
  • It has been designed and built indigenously by Goa Shipyard Limited and contains over 60% indigenous content.

Features of Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel

  • Capacity: The ship displaces approx. 320 tons and is propelled by two 3,000 KW diesel engines, enabling a maximum speed of 27 Knots.
  • It has an endurance of 1,500 nautical miles at an economical speed.
  • ICGS Akshar is fitted with indigenously developed two Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) and gearboxes, offering superior maneuverability, operational flexibility and enhanced performance at sea.
  • The vessel also features an Integrated Bridge System (IBS), Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS), and Automated Power Management System (APMS), augmenting operational efficiency and automation.
  • The ship will be based at Karaikal, Puducherry, under the administrative and operational control of Commander Coast Guard Region (East).

Source: PIB

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