Which of the following shipyards is located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Hindustan Shipyard Limited.

Key Points

Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) is located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
It was founded in 1941 by industrialist Walchand Hirachand.
The shipyard is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Defence since 2010.
HSL is the oldest shipyard in India and has been a key player in the shipbuilding industry for both commercial and defense purposes.

Additional Information

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited
- Located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
- Established in 1884, it is a premier shipbuilding company in India.
- It primarily builds and repairs naval and coast guard vessels.
Cochin Shipyard Limited
- Located in Kochi, Kerala.
- It was incorporated in 1972 and is the largest shipbuilding and maintenance facility in India.
- It primarily focuses on commercial shipping and ship repairs.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
- Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- It was established in 1934 and is one of India’s leading shipyards.
- It builds warships and submarines for the Indian Navy as well as offshore platforms and support vessels for commercial clients.