Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs): India’s Leadership in IETM Technology

Executive Summary

• An ambitious plan envisions a fleet of eleven advanced offshore patrol vessels to strengthen the Indian Navy’s maritime posture. The ships are being built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) in Goa and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) for enhanced security and presence in the Indian Ocean region. These patrol vessels are designed to bolster combat readiness, enable interception and boarding operations, and support extensive surveillance and EEZ patrol missions. In addition, the vessels are equipped to assist with mine warfare, anti‑piracy actions, seaward defense, convoy protection, and counterinfiltration tasks. They are also capable of handling out‑of‑area operations, evacuations, and support for special forces and helicopter operations. (Page 2-3)

• From a technical perspective, the NGOPVs integrate essential auxiliary systems, climate control, and other support functions necessary for sustained operations. Propulsion relies on two diesel engines with controllable pitch propellers, paired with twin rudders and bow thrusters to ensure strong maneuverability and efficiency. The vessels carry a comprehensive electronic warfare and combat management suite, complemented by sensor and navigation capabilities such as radar and GPS. Armament includes a rapid-fire gun mounted on a remote platform with Lynx U2 integration, two AK‑630 mounts coordinated with Lynx U2, and an electro‑optical infrared surveillance and tracking system linked to a bridge‑based fire control mechanism. (Page 2-3)

• The material also emphasizes the integration of advanced communications and navigation systems, including a robust onboard data network, modern bridge integration, satellite communications, and secure links for global reach. Operational management is supported by an integrated platform management system, automatic power management, emergency power generation, cold storage facilities, wastewater treatment, and water‑gun support, all designed to reduce noise and vibration for smoother, quieter operations. These details illustrate the NGOPV’s capability to perform diverse missions while maintaining high levels of reliability in challenging environments. (Page 3-4)

• In parallel, the document highlights the role of Code and Pixels in delivering IETM (Integrated Electronic Technical Manual) solutions, noting that OEMs must provide IETM documentation and that shipyards require IETM Level 4 compliance in line with the Indian standard JSG 0852. Code and Pixels’ Quantum TechDocs IETM platform is presented as a scalable, interactive manuals solution that aligns with shipyard requirements and OEM data. Their track record in managing OEM IETMs and delivering them to shipyards positions them to execute complex IETM projects with accuracy and compliance. (Page 3-4)

• The company positions itself as a partner capable of delivering end‑to‑end IETM support, from content creation and validation through deployment, training, and sustainment, ensuring lifecycle readiness and faster turnarounds. The message invites readers to engage Code and Pixels for tailored proposals, demos, or framed materials suitable for proposals, brochures, or mission slides. (Page 4-5)

• Overall, the NGOPV program underscores India’s strategic investment in modern maritime patrol capability and demonstrates how allied teams—GSL, GRSE, and Code and Pixels—are collaborating to ensure robust documentation, advanced weapon and sensor integration, and effective lifecycle management for critical defense assets. (Page 5-6)

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