Colombo: The Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCIL) has entered into a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC), marking a major milestone in strengthening regional maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka.
This strategic partnership brings together DCIL’s extensive dredging fleet and .operational expertise with CDPLC’s world-class ship repair and shipbuilding infrastructure. The collaboration is aimed at delivering high-quality, cost effective, and timely solutions in vessel maintenance, repair, retrofitting, and new shipbuilding initiatives.
Speaking on the occasion, Captain S Divakar, Managing Director & CEO of DCIL, said, “This MoU reflects our commitment to operational excellence, fleet modernization, and expanding regional partnerships. By collaborating with Colombo Dockyard, we aim to enhance the lifecycle efficiency of our fleet while exploring new opportunities in shipbuilding and offshore support vessels.”
Thimira S Godakumbura, Managing Director & CEO, CDPLC, said, “We are proud to partner with DCIL, a leader in dredging operations. This collaboration reinforces our position as a preferred maritime service provider in South Asia and opens new avenues for technological exchange and sustainable growth.”
Key Highlights of the MoU
- Comprehensive ship repair and dry-docking services for DCIL’s fleet
- Joint exploration of shipbuilding projects, including specialized dredgers
and offshore support vessels
- Technical collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Strengthening regional maritime infrastructure and service capabilities
This partnership underscores the deepening maritime ties between India and Sri Lanka and is expected to contribute significantly to building a resilient and sustainable maritime ecosystem in the region.
The MoU signing ceremony was graced by distinguished dignitaries including His Excellency Santhosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka; Capt. Jagmohan, Chairman & Managing Director of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited; Biju George, Dimctor (Shipbuilding); and Ms. Devika Lal, Counsellor (Economic & Commercial), High Commission of India.
