Hindustan Shipyard Limited

HSL

Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) is a premier government-owned shipbuilding and maintenance facility under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Established in 1941 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, HSL specializes in constructing, repairing, and overhauling naval and commercial vessels. It provides critical ship repair services to the Indian Navy and Coast Guard, and manufactures essential marine equipment and platforms. With dry docks, workshops, and skilled workforce, HSL plays a strategic role in supporting India's maritime defense and commercial shipping capabilities.