ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India has supplied the entire specialised steel for INS Mangrol, the Indian Navy’s third Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft.
AM/NS India will be supplying 100 per cent of the specialised steel required for the fleet of eight ASW-SWCs being built for the Indian Navy. Beyond this programme, the company has supplied specialised steel for key naval platforms including INS Visakhapatnam, INS Surat and INS Malvan.
The achievement highlights the growing contribution of advanced Indian steelmaking to the country’s defence manufacturing ecosystem and maritime security objectives.
Ranjan Dhar, Director & Vice President – Sales & Marketing, AM/NS India said advanced naval platforms require specialised steel produced to the highest standards of quality and reliability.
AM/NS India steel continues to support the Indian Navy’s modernisation while showcasing the strength of India’s manufacturing capabilities, he added.
INS Mangrol is the third Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft to be commissioned into service with the Indian Navy.
It was built with over 80 per cent indigenous content at Cochin Shipyard.
Designed for operations in coastal and shallow waters, INS Mangrol is equipped to undertake anti-submarine warfare, underwater surveillance and low-intensity maritime operations, as well as mine warfare-related tasks.
The vessel’s advanced sensors, sonar and weapon systems enhance its capability to detect, track and counter underwater threats, strengthening the Indian Navy’s coastal defence and maritime security capabilities.
The company has also contributed to several landmark national infrastructure projects, including the Chenab Railway Bridge, Anji Khad Railway Bridge and Bogibeel Bridge among others.
Published on October 26, 2026
