Naval Auxiliary Craft Ambuda Inducted into Southern Naval Command Naval Ship Rep

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A 930 tonne Naval Auxiliary Craft Ambuda was inducted into the Southern Naval command's Naval Ship Repair Yard today. The induction ceremony was conducted by Commodore Ajay Kumar Sinha, Chief Staff Officer (Technical), Southern Naval Command at the Naval base.

The vessel operated by a crew of 19 was 50 m long and is fitted with two engines, a Naval press release said. The sea going barge, capable of speed up to 12 knots was named after the previous Auxiliar which served the Indian Navy for over 40 years and de-inducted in February 2007. Ambuda, has a capacity of 500 T fresh water and capable of serving Navy's warships at anchorage outside the harbour and elsewhere to ensure quick operational turnaround.

It was equipped with all essential and latest communication and navigation equipment and also carries a Rigid Inflatable Boat. The vessel complies with the standards of India Register of Shipping and Intentional Maritime Organization for vessels of similar class, the release said.

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