SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
India’s state-owned Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) is on the verge of signing a contract to build three Enhanced Scorpène-class submarines for the Indian Navy. These advanced submarines will incorporate cutting-edge Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems and Lithium-ion batteries, significantly increasing their underwater endurance and operational capabilities. The new submarines will also feature higher indigenous content, supporting India’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
MDL is planning to leverage this expertise to offer similar upgrades to existing Scorpène-class submarine operators. Countries like Malaysia and Chile, which adopted the Scorpène-class submarines over 20 years ago, are now seeking mid-life upgrades to modernize their fleets. MDL intends to propose these enhancements, once successfully demonstrated on the upcoming Indian Navy submarines.
The three Enhanced Scorpène-class submarines being developed for the Indian Navy will serve as a proof of concept. Once these features are operationally validated, MDL aims to pitch them to countries like Malaysia and Chile, leveraging India’s experience in maintaining and upgrading its own fleet of Scorpène-class submarines.
Enhanced Scorpène are:
- AIP System: Enhancing underwater endurance without surfacing for air.
- Lithium-ion Batteries: Offering higher energy density and faster recharging, a step forward from conventional lead-acid batteries.
- Higher Indigenous Content: Reducing reliance on foreign suppliers and aligning with India’s “Make in India” initiative.
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