SOURCE: AFI
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) has marked a significant milestone in India’s defense manufacturing landscape with the successful completion of sea acceptance firing trials for the indigenous Naval Surface Gun (NSG) 30mm. The trials, conducted with pinpoint accuracy using an advanced indigenous Electro Optical Fire Control System, were carried out onboard a GRSE-designed and constructed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC).
This achievement underscores GRSE’s strategic evolution from a premier shipbuilding entity to a capable weapon manufacturing company, bolstering its contribution to India’s self-reliance in defense. The NSG 30mm, a highly accurate and reliable weapon system, is poised to become a formidable addition to the Indian Navy’s arsenal of advanced weaponry.
The success of the NSG project is a result of a robust collaboration between GRSE, M/s BHSEL (Hyderabad), and M/s Elbit Systems Land, who served as technology and production partners. Two years of dedicated efforts have culminated in a product with 60% indigenous content, with plans to further increase this share in future orders, aligning with India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The NSG 30mm underwent stringent quality checks at the factory level before proving its mettle in extensive sea trials, including live firing on targets. The gun’s precision and reliability highlight its potential to enhance the Indian Navy’s operational capabilities significantly.
GRSE’s transition from crafting warships to developing sophisticated weapons like the NSG 30mm reflects its growing expertise and commitment to national defense. With this achievement, GRSE proudly expands its portfolio from “Warships to Weapons,” reinforcing its role as a key player in India’s defense ecosystem.
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