Modernisation and upgradation of shipbuilding and ship-repair facilities of the Defence Shipyards is an on-going process and is done on a need based basis for production of warships and to absorb higher technologies as per requirements. Modernisation has taken place in civil works, machine capacities, information technology, computer aided design/computer aided machining capabilities, welding technology, managerial and technical skills, etc. Further, adoption of modular techniques for pre-outfitting acquisition of modern and higher capacity material handling equipment, development and renovation of slip-ways, etc. are also planned and are being executed in a phased manner.

        This information was given by the Defence Minister Shri George Fernandes in a written reply to Shri Ananta Nayak in Lok Sabha today.