Kochi: The impetus on coastal security has gone up many fold and regular meetings are held among the stakeholders to bridge any gap in coastal security. Coast Guard had been augmenting her resources on the Kerala coast for making a full proof security blanket. Recent past have seen a new capital ship Saksham joining the Coast Guard fleet in Kerala. To further strengthen the coastal security mechanism ICGS Samarth will be joining the Coast Guard fleet on 20 Sep 22.
ICGS Samarth is a 105 Meter long ship and can attain a maximum speed of 23 knots (approx 43 Kmph). Basing of additional new ship to the Indian Coast Guard at Kochi will definitely optimise the Indian Coast Guard operational capability at sea. The ship has been based at Kochi from Goa under the operational command of Coast Guard District Headquarters-4 (Kerala & Mahe), Kochi. The ship arrived at Kochi to date 20 Sep 22, this will enhance the Coast Guard maritime domain operational efficacy in area including Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Lakshadweep/ Minicoy Islands.
The ship is equipped with an integrated bridge management system (IBMS), integrated platform management system (IPMS), power management system (PMS) and a high power external fire fighting (EFF) system. The ship is designed to carry twin engine helicopter and four high speed boats, including two inflatable boats for boarding operations, search and rescue, law enforcement and maritime patrol. The ship has modern surveillance system and has the power to contain oil spill in the sea.
