Navantia joins forces with India's Larsen and Toubro to collaborate on the development of four ships for India

Spanish state-owned shipbuilder Navantia has formed a strategic alliance with the Indian conglomerate Larsen and Toubro (L&T). The partnership aims to collaborate on the Indian Navy's upcoming program to develop four amphibious vessels, specifically the Landing Platform Dock (LPD) project.

According to official statements from the Spanish firm, the agreement was formalized in Madrid on October 8. Navantia will offer the four vessels to the Indian naval forces in direct cooperation with the local industrial group, positioning the European company within India's defense acquisition framework.