Trivandrum Shipyard Poovar
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Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India- Ship design
- Shipbuilding
- Ship repair
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| Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India |
| Status | Proposed by Government of Kerala |
| Coordinates | 8°19′19″N 77°03′33″E / 8.3219997°N 77.0591177°E |
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The Trivandrum Shipyard Poovar (English: /ˈtrɪvəndrəm ... ˈpuːvɑːr/) is a proposed deep-water shipbuilding and repair facility for ultra-large vessels at Poovar in Trivandrum, Kerala. The site is located 10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi) away from the Suez to Singapore far east international shipping route, in very close proximity to key global maritime traffic. The site was identified as a potential location for a shipyard in 2008 when the central government evaluated coastal regions for shipbuilding infrastructure.[1] Poovar met all the necessary conditions, including proximity to major transport hubs, and was ranked second in the assessment. The available depth in Poovar eliminates the need for dredging [2][3]
In 2013, Cochin Shipyard Limited identified Poovar as a suitable location for shipbuilding and ship repair due to its strategic position and favorable conditions, conducting a feasibility study to assess its potential. In 2024, the central government initiated efforts to develop shipbuilding yards across the country including kerala.[4] In response, the Kerala government proposed establishing a shipyard at Poovar in 2025.[5]
The proposed shipyard is for large-scale shipbuilding and repair, with deep-water access that allows for the construction and maintenance of vessels, including Ultra Large Container Ships (ULCS), Ultra Large Crude Carriers (ULCC), Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC), Mega Cruise Ships and offshore platforms. The project is strategically located near Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram, 18 kilometers (11 mi) from Trivandrum International Airport, 5 km (3.1 mi) from NH-66, 12 km (7.5 mi) from the nearest railway station and 10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi) from an international shipping route. With its advantageous position, the facility could support India's growing maritime industry by reducing dependence on foreign shipyards and creating employment opportunities. The development is expected to be structured under a public-private partnership model, drawing both domestic and international investment to establish.
In the Kerala Budget 2025–26, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal announced plans to establish a new shipyard in Poovar, along with the central government for its development.[5]