Andhra Pradesh is building India's 1st autonomous shipyard

Business Dec 14, 2025

Big news for tech and ocean fans: Andhra Pradesh just okayed a new shipyard at Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour, Nellore, where Sagar Defence Engineering will build smart, unmanned ships and underwater vehicles.
The goal? To make the state a major player in next-gen maritime tech.

What's happening and why it matters

Construction kicks off December 2025, with trial runs by October 2026 and full operations that November.
The project will open up about 750 jobs (300 direct, 450 indirect) and has prime waterfront access for testing these futuristic vessels.
For anyone into robotics, engineering, or the blue economy—this is a milestone worth watching.