Swan Defence signs LoI to construct 6 chemical tankers

11 Nov 2025 Evaluate

Swan Defence and Heavy Industries has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with European ship owner and operator Rederiet Stenersen AS for construction of 6 nos IMO Type II chemical tankers, each of 18,000 DWT capacity. The LoI marks a defining moment for India’s shipbuilding export, covering six vessels valued at around $220 million, with an option for additional six ships to follow under the same class.

The vessels will be built at the company’s state-of-the-art facility in Pipavav, Gujarat. The vessels will be designed by Marinform AS, Norway, and classed by DNV. Each ship will be built to Ice Class 1A standards and feature an advanced hybrid propulsion system. The hybrid system supports operational modes with advanced automation for improved manoeuvrability, lower emissions, and operational flexibility.

Swan Defence and Heavy Industries (Formerly Reliance Naval and Engineering) is India’s largest shipbuilding and heavy fabrication company, strategically located on the west coast of India. SDHI delivers high-quality solutions for the maritime and heavy engineering sectors.


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