Independence Day Celebrations at Goa Shipyard Limited
The 75 years of India’s Independence “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” was celebrated with patriotic fervor and enthusiasm at Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL). Shri Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay, CMD, GSL hoisted the National flag at GSL campus, which was synchronized with the singing of National Anthem, followed by cultural programmes by GSL personnel and school children and display of martial arts by CISF contingent.
Shri B K Upadhyay, CMD, GSL in his addresses said “In spite of the challenging business environment due to COVID-19 pandemic and Geo-political disturbances, GSL has shown strong resilience and has achieved multiple important milestones in all domains of its operations, including ship repairs & diversification. These milestones include delivery of 5 nos. Offshore Patrol Vessels to Indian Coast Guards, all within contractual timelines. We have bagged various high value orders recently, including prestigious export order, amid stiff competition from both public as well private shipyards. Today, GSL has highest ever Order book position, which will translate into rapid and stable growth in terms of revenue and profit, taking it to the league of premier shipbuilding yards in next 3 years.” CMD urged employees & executives to adopt innovative methods and increased use of emerging technologies like Automation, AI etc in their area of work, in order to further boost the productivity and to offer high-tech products to its customers for varied operations. Mr Upadhyay complemented the Corona warriors from Medical dept, Administration and CISF for their invaluable contributions in GSL’s continuous fight against COVID 19 pandemic.
As part of the celebrations, outstanding employees were felicitated with ‘Commendation Awards’ and ‘Special Commendation Awards’ for exemplary work in their respective areas.