CSL is also
developing a second ship repair cluster at Vadinar, Gujarat, in partnership
with Deendayal Port Authority. The ₹1,570-crore project, including around ₹920
crore from CSL, will feature two large floating docks and received CCEA
approval in May. CSL CMD Jose V.J.
said the Kochi and Vadinar facilities will significantly enhance the company’s ship
repair capacity and access to international customers. Its MoU with Drydocks
World, Dubai, a DP World company, is also expected to bring international
expertise and capabilities to the projects.