Cochin Shipyard Delivers Cutting-Edge Multi-Purpose Vessel to Germany

Cochin Shipyard Limited has delivered the 'MS Heinz', an advanced Multi-Purpose Vessel, to a German shipping company. This 7,000 DWT ice-class vessel can carry various types of cargo and features innovative design for fuel efficiency. The delivery signifies CSL's growing prowess in international shipbuilding.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kochi | Updated: 15-01-2026 21:59 IST | Created: 15-01-2026 21:59 IST
Cochin Shipyard Delivers Cutting-Edge Multi-Purpose Vessel to Germany
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Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has achieved a significant milestone by delivering a state-of-the-art Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) to a German shipping firm, CSL officials announced on Thursday.

The vessel, named 'MS Heinz', is the first of the HS EcoFreighter series and was officially delivered to HS Schiffahrts UG in a ceremony attended virtually by CSL and German company officials. The event marked the signing of the Delivery and Acceptance Protocol between CSL's Director of Operations, Dr. S Harikrishnan, and Heinz Josef Schepers, Director of the German company.

Designed by Groot Ship Design from the Netherlands, the 7,000 DWT ice-class vessel boasts capabilities for carrying an array of cargo types. It includes a specially shaped bow and a state-of-the-art engine to enhance speed and fuel efficiency. The delivery highlights CSL’s expanding footprint in global commercial shipbuilding.

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