India's Maritime Build-out: Three Key Beneficiaries of Rs 2.35 Lakh Crore Capex Cycle
India's maritime expansion, driven by the Indian Navy's goal of a fleet of 175-200 warships by 2035, supports a burgeoning shipbuilding and maritime capex cycle valued at ₹2.35 lakh crore. The Indian Navy has 68 warships on order, valued at around ₹2 lakh crore.
Key beneficiaries include Krishna Defence & Allied Industries, which supplies components to major shipbuilders and is expanding into Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), with anticipated orders from the Navy's AUV program. Dredging Corporation of India focuses on modernizing its aging fleet and expanding dredging capacity, with a significant new dredger expected in October 2026.
Cemindia Projects is involved in constructing infrastructure for defense projects and shipbuilding clusters. Collectively, these companies are positioned to benefit from India's strategic maritime initiatives and the associated capital expenditure.
