Indian shipbuilder Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) has won a contract from the Government of the Sultanate of Oman to supply a training ship for the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO).
SDHI expects to deliver the vessel within 18 months.
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According to the company, the new training ship will support advanced naval training and maritime operations for Oman’s navy.
The vessel will measure 104.25 metres (m) in length, with a beam of 13.88m, and a displacement of up to 3,500 tonnes.
It will be equipped with classrooms, training offices, accommodation facilities, and an auditorium designed to provide an onboard learning environment for up to 70 officer cadets.
The ship will also feature a navigation system, communications suite, and facilities to conduct helicopter operations.
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By GlobalDataSDHI CEO rear admiral V.K. Saxena (retd) said: “This contract stands as a testament to our advanced technical expertise and world-class shipbuilding capabilities that meet global benchmarks.
“Earning the confidence of the Royal Navy of Oman reinforces SDHI’s commitment to excellence and drives us to consistently deliver high-quality vessels distinguished by innovation, reliability and performance.”
The agreement comes as Indian shipyards aim to increase their presence in the international market, supported by initiatives from India’s Ministry of Defence (Defence Production).
The deal forms part of India’s Amrit Kaal Vision, which seeks to strengthen the country’s role as an exporter of domestically built vessels.
SDHI stated that the export order reenforces the bilateral ties between India and Oman in maritime sectors.
The shipbuilder relaunched under its current name in January 2025 after previously operating as Reliance Naval and Engineering.
The company also resumed trading its shares on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.
