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Defence
India and UK to Sign Pact for Electric Propulsion of Four Landing Platform Docks
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🗓 27 Aug 2026, 09:18 AM
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India and the United Kingdom are set to finalize an inter‑government agreement to equip four landing platform dock vessels with electric propulsion systems.
New Delhi – The governments of India and the United Kingdom are poised to sign an inter‑governmental pact that will see four Indian Navy landing platform dock (LPD) vessels fitted with electric propulsion technology. The agreement, announced by defence officials of both countries, marks a deepening of bilateral cooperation in maritime capabilities.
The four LPDs, designed for amphibious operations and humanitarian assistance, will receive hybrid electric drive systems that promise lower fuel consumption, reduced acoustic signatures and a smaller environmental footprint. Such propulsion aligns with global naval trends toward greener, quieter ships that can operate more efficiently in littoral waters.
The pact forms part of a broader strategic dialogue that includes joint research, technology transfer and training programmes between the two navies. Officials say the collaboration will enhance operational readiness and contribute to India's goal of modernising its fleet with cutting‑edge, sustainable technologies.
By integrating electric propulsion, the Indian Navy aims to boost the LPDs' endurance and maneuverability while adhering to international commitments on emissions reduction. The agreement underscores the growing defence partnership between New Delhi and London, reflecting shared interests in maritime security and innovation.
The four LPDs, designed for amphibious operations and humanitarian assistance, will receive hybrid electric drive systems that promise lower fuel consumption, reduced acoustic signatures and a smaller environmental footprint. Such propulsion aligns with global naval trends toward greener, quieter ships that can operate more efficiently in littoral waters.
The pact forms part of a broader strategic dialogue that includes joint research, technology transfer and training programmes between the two navies. Officials say the collaboration will enhance operational readiness and contribute to India's goal of modernising its fleet with cutting‑edge, sustainable technologies.
By integrating electric propulsion, the Indian Navy aims to boost the LPDs' endurance and maneuverability while adhering to international commitments on emissions reduction. The agreement underscores the growing defence partnership between New Delhi and London, reflecting shared interests in maritime security and innovation.