Fleet Support Ship Surya Launched in Visakhapatnam

The first of five Fleet Support Ships, named Surya, was launched from Visakhapatnam on October 6, 2026. The vessel is a 43,500-tonne ship capable of carrying fuel, water, ammunition, and stores for other warships. The launch marks the beginning of a process that will take 8 to 10 months for final fitment and trials before the ship can be inducted into the naval fleet. The keel for the fifth ship was also laid in Visakhapatnam.

The ship is designed to function as a moving storehouse, allowing the Indian Navy to conduct prolonged deployments and enhance its strategic reach across the Indian Ocean Region. This project is part of a larger contract awarded to Hindustan Shipyard Limited for the five vessels.