Fincantieri, a leading Italian shipbuilding company, is keen to partner with India for co-developing next- generation naval vessels, aligning with India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative aimed at enhancing self- reliance in defense. Fincantieri’s CEO highlighted the potential collaboration on submarine technology, particularly for India’s Project 75 and Project 75I programs, which focus on advanced submarine capabilities. The partnership promises technology transfer and local production, involving Indian shipyards like Mazagon Dock and Cochin Shipyard. This strategic alliance is poised to strengthen India’s naval capabilities amidst rising maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region, showcasing India’s commitment to modernizing its defense forces through international collaborations.
