The Kamorta-class corvettes, with more than 80 percent
indigenous content, are capable of fighting in a NBC (nuclear, biological
and chemical) environment. The 109 metres long, 12.8 metres wide ship
with an approximate displacement capacity of 3,000-tons can achieve
a maximum speed of 25 knots. The ship powered by four 3888 KW diesel
engines at 1,050 rpm has an endurance to cover nearly 3,450 nautical
miles at 18 knots and can carry a helicopter on board. Each ship can
accommodate 17 officers and 106 sailors. The anti-submarine warfare
capability is largely achieved due to the low signature of radiated
underwater noise. The ship having indigenous weapon and sensor suites
is equipped with super-rapid gun mounting, anti-aircraft guns, torpedo
launcher, rocket and chaff launchers. The ship fittings include early
warning, navigation, fire control radars and under-water sensors with
integrated communication and electronic warfare systems.
The Minister, in his address, expressed delight that
50 percent of the total work on the frontline warship Kadmatt was completed
prior to the launch as against 40 percent for the first ASW ship Kamorta
launched in April, last year. "This is a record of sorts in the
warship-building scenario," he said. The on-schedule build programme
would ensure timely contractual deliveries adding to the might of the
country in its projection as a blue water navy of our region, he also
said.
Stating that the Indian Navy and Coast Guard have huge
requirement of ships to be met without any time and cost overruns, Dr.
Raju emphasized that timely delivery of 'quality ships' was the need
of the hour. "Modern shipbuilding technology and tools must be
adopted to achieve this objective," he stated.
Urging GRSE to put into practice effective mechanisms
to meet challenges posed by the Indian private sector, Dr. Raju said
shipyards (defence) have to concentrate on implementation of time-tested
quality practices, effective corporate strategy, establishment of reliable
and stabilized vendors and most importantly, training and up-gradation
of its human resources to the lowest level.
Launch
of Indian Navy ASW Corvette INS Kadmatt
Garden Reach
Shipbuilders & Engineers P28 Corvette
