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New Delhi: India's submarine programme entered a new phase on Thursday with state-run Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) beginning formal contract negotiations with the defence procurement authority for Project 75(1), a flagship initiative to build six next-generation conventional submarines.
The submarines will be designed in Germany and constructed at MDL's Mumbai facilities, marking a critical milestone in India's pursuit of indigenous naval capability and international technology transfer.
Oliver Burkhard, CEO of German shipbuilder Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS), said: "India's rise as a maritime power is only just beginning. I am convinced India will develop into a global centre for submarine technology and manufacturing. Our partnership with MDL is based on trust, innovation, and shared goals that go far beyond individual contracts. Together with the support of both governments-we can enable India to deliver world-class submarines for its navy and for friendly fleets worldwide."
Project 75(1) is expected to deepen India-Germany strategic and industrial ties, while advancing New Delhi's "Made in India" initiative.
For India, the deal represents a major step in modernising its naval capabilities and reducing dependence on imports. For Germany, it signals commitment to supporting one of Asia's largest submarine programmes and long-term defence collaboration.
The negotiations came after a series of high-level visits and discussions between TKMS, MDL and government representatives. Both sides have emphasised that the partnership aims to elevate Indo-German defence cooperation and fundamentally strengthen India's naval manufacturing base.
