MoD inks deal with Cochin Shipyard for ₹313 crore for upgrade of INS Beas

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Last Updated18/10/2023

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract with the state-owned Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for mid-life upgrade and re-powering of the advanced guided missile frigate INS Beas

INS Beas (F37) is a Brahmaputra-class frigate of the Indian Navy.
It was built at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
The first was a Leopard-class frigate commissioned in 1960 and scrapped in 1992.
It is a versatile warship capable of a range of missions, including anti-aircraft, anti-submarine, and anti-ship warfare.
It is also used for patrolling, surveillance, and providing security to India's maritime interests.
The design and construction of the ship are entirely Indian and are a modification of the Godavari-class frigate.
Propulsion: 2 steam turbines
It is capable of reaching speeds of over 30 knots, making it swift and agile in naval operations.
It is fitted with an array of modern sensor suites and matching weapon systems.