MDL 举办开幕活动并推出纪念币庆祝成立 250 周年

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) 庆祝成立 250 周年，标志着其丰富历史上的一个里程碑。自 1774 年开始，MDL 已从一个小型干船坞发展成为自 1960 年起由印度政府管理的著名造船厂。纪念活动包括收购土地的落成典礼、本土小型潜艇“金龙鱼”的下水、太阳能电动船的调试混合动力船，并发行了纪念 MDL 遗产的纪念币。

Celebrating 250 Years of Maritime Excellence: MDL Commemorates Milestone with Inaugural Events and Commemorative Coin Launch

庆祝 250 周年海事卓越成就：MDL 通过开幕活动和纪念币发行来纪念这一里程碑

Mumbai, May 14, 2024

孟买，2024 年 5 月 14 日

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), a leading Indian shipyard, today marked its 250th anniversary, commemorating an extraordinary journey spanning over two and a half centuries. From its humble beginnings as a small dry dock in 1774 to its current status as a global shipbuilding powerhouse, MDL's milestone anniversary celebrates a legacy of resilience, growth, and enduring maritime contributions.

印度领先的造船厂 Mazagon Dock 造船有限公司 (MDL) 今天迎来成立 250 周年，纪念跨越两个半世纪的非凡历程。从 1774 年作为一个小型干船坞起步，到目前作为全球造船巨头的地位，MDL 具有里程碑意义的周年纪念日庆祝了其坚韧、发展和持久的海事贡献的传统。

To commemorate this momentous occasion, MDL organized a series of events showcasing its technological advancements and commitment to excellence. The day's festivities were graced by the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane as the chief guest.

为了纪念这一重要时刻，MDL 组织了一系列活动，展示其技术进步和对卓越的承诺。国防部长吉里达尔·阿拉曼 (Shri Giridhar Aramane) 作为主宾出席，为当天的庆祝活动增光添彩。

Inauguration of Acquired Land for Enhanced Shipbuilding Capacity

为增强造船能力而购置的土地落成

One of the highlights of the day was the inauguration by the Defence Secretary of a contiguous piece of land acquired from the Mumbai Port Authority (MPA). This strategic acquisition will significantly enhance MDL's shipbuilding capacity, allowing for the simultaneous construction and outfitting of new builds and repairs/refits of various types of vessels.

当天的一大亮点是国防部长为从孟买港务局 (MPA) 收购的一块连续土地举行了落成典礼。此次战略收购将显着增强 MDL 的造船能力，从而能够同时建造和舾装各种类型船舶的新建和维修/改装。

Launch of Prototype Indigenous Midget Submarine 'Arowana'

国产小型潜艇原型“金龙鱼”下水

MDL unveiled the prototype of its indigenously designed and built midget submarine named 'Arowana.' Since 1984, MDL has been constructing submarines based on foreign designs. However, with the launch of 'Arowana,' the shipyard has embarked on a new chapter, demonstrating its capabilities in indigenous submarine development. The midget submarine serves as a proof of concept, with the team concurrently working towards the design and development of a full-scale conventional submarine by 2028.

MDL 推出了其自主设计和制造的小型潜艇原型，名为“金龙鱼”。自1984年以来，MDL一直在根据外国设计建造潜艇。然而，随着“金龙鱼”的下水，该船厂开启了新的篇章，展示了其自主潜艇开发的能力。该小型潜艇作为概念验证，该团队同时致力于到 2028 年设计和开发全尺寸常规潜艇。

Commissioning of Solar Electric Hybrid Boat and Fuel Cell Electric Ferry

太阳能电动混合动力船和燃料电池电动渡轮调试

The Defence Secretary also commissioned a Solar Electric Hybrid boat, designed and co-developed with indigenous technology partners. Boasting a top speed of 11 knots, the boat offers significant cost savings in operation and maintenance compared to traditional diesel-powered vessels. Additionally, a 24-pax Fuel Cell Electric Ferry named "SUCHI," conceptualized by MDL and co-developed with indigenous technology partners, was commissioned. This advanced technology vessel features zero emissions, low acoustic signatures, and contributes to environmental conservation by promoting cleaner waterways.

国防部长还委托建造了一艘与本土技术合作伙伴共同设计和开发的太阳能电动混合动力船。该船的最高航速为 11 节，与传统柴油动力船舶相比，可显着节省运营和维护成本。此外，由 MDL 构思并与本土技术合作伙伴共同开发的名为“SUCHI”的 24 人燃料电池电动渡轮已投入使用。这艘先进技术船舶具有零排放、低噪音特征，并通过促进清洁水道为环境保护做出贡献。

Technical Seminar on Emerging Technologies in Shipbuilding

造船新兴技术技术研讨会

MDL hosted a daylong technical seminar titled "Emerging Technologies and the Future of Shipbuilding." The seminar provided a platform for industry experts and academia to discuss innovative technologies shaping the future of maritime engineering.

MDL 主办了为期一天的技术研讨会，题为“新兴技术与造船业的未来”。该研讨会为行业专家和学术界提供了一个讨论塑造海事工程未来的创新技术的平台。

Commemorative Coin Release Honoring MDL's Legacy

发行纪念币以纪念 MDL 的遗产

To commemorate MDL's 250th anniversary, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued a commemorative coin, unveiled by the Defence Secretary. The coin pays tribute to MDL's rich history and its contributions to the nation's maritime capabilities.

为了纪念 MDL 成立 250 周年，印度储备银行 (RBI) 发行了一枚纪念币，并由国防部长揭幕。该硬币向 MDL 丰富的历史及其对国家海事能力的贡献致敬。

Congratulatory Remarks by Defence Secretary

国防部长致贺词

In his address, Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane lauded MDL's role in building India's naval and commercial shipbuilding capacities. He emphasized MDL's status as the country's largest shipyard, contributing significantly to the assets of the Indian Navy. Shri Aramane commended MDL's unwavering commitment to excellence and its ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the maritime industry.

国防部长 Shri Giridhar Aramane 在讲话中赞扬了 MDL 在建设印度海军和商业造船能力方面所发挥的作用。他强调了 MDL 作为印度最大造船厂的地位，为印度海军的资产做出了重大贡献。 Shri Aramane 赞扬了 MDL 对卓越的坚定承诺及其适应海运业不断变化的需求的能力。

A Testament to MDL's Commitment to Maritime Endeavors

MDL 对海事事业的承诺的证明

MDL's 250th anniversary celebration was not merely a commemoration of the past but also a testament to its unwavering commitment to maritime excellence. The events showcased MDL's technological advancements, innovative spirit, and unwavering dedication to delivering world-class shipbuilding solutions.

MDL 的 250 周年庆典不仅是对过去的纪念，也是其对卓越海事坚定不移承诺的证明。这些活动展示了 MDL 的技术进步、创新精神以及对提供世界一流造船解决方案的坚定不移的奉献精神。

As MDL embarks on its next chapter, it stands as a symbol of India's maritime prowess and continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of shipbuilding and maritime engineering.

随着 MDL 开启新篇章，它成为印度海事实力的象征，并将继续在塑造造船和海事工程的未来方面发挥至关重要的作用。