Second Mechanical Engineering Students of DBCE Visit Goa Shipyard Limited

The Department of Mechanical Engineering of Don Bosco College of Engineering organized an industrial visit for the Second Year Mechanical Engineering students to Goa Shipyard Limited, Vasco da Gama, Goa, on 31 st October 2026. The students were accompanied by Prof. Dr. Rahul Ribeiro and Prof. Sharad Shanbhag.

The visit was coordinated by Ms. Anisha Naik from the Training Department. Mr. Sheikh Abdul Rehman, Senior Manager (HR) conducted the introductory session. He briefed the students about the overview of Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), its establishment, growth, safety standards and contribution to India's shipbuilding industry. Mr. Rafi, official from the apprentice cell guided the students during their tour of GSL’s shipbuilding facility. They had the opportunity to observe shipbuilding processes and machinery used in the shipbuilding division. The students witnessed the hull manufacturing process, steel preparation shop, steel and pipe bending sections using CNC machines, pickling shop and various stages involved in ship construction.

The visit provided the students with valuable practical exposure to shipbuilding technology, manufacturing processes, ship repair operations, and quality-control practices followed in a large-scale industrial setup.