In March 2026, which company signed a contract to supply the Indian Navy with four 500-tonne fuel barges?
Question and options
In March 2026, which company signed a contract to supply the Indian Navy with four 500-tonne fuel barges?
- Cochin Shipyard
- Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
- Shoft Shipyard
- Hindustan Shipyard
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Shoft Shipyard
The contract was signed on 2 March 2026 with Shoft Shipyard. The barges are intended to support naval fuel logistics.
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