Indian Register of Shipping classes VLCC Lila Jamnagar
The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has officially classified the Lila Jamnagar, a 298,997 DWT Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC). This vessel is among the largest to operate under the Indian flag, marking a significant milestone for India’s tanker fleet and underscoring the expanding influence of Indian classification societies in supporting the nation’s maritime aspirations.
Owned by RFK Shipping IFSC Private Limited, the Lila Jamnagar operates via the Lila Global platform and is registered at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City). This classification showcases IRS’s proficiency in delivering classification and technical services for large, sophisticated vessels involved in global energy transport. IRS is committed to supporting the vessel throughout its operational life, ensuring adherence to international benchmarks for safety, structural integrity, and performance.
P.K. Mishra, Managing Director of IRS, stated, “India’s ambition to expand its merchant fleet and enhance its energy transportation capabilities necessitates rigorous technical oversight and internationally recognized standards. The classification of the Lila Jamnagar demonstrates our capacity to support large tanker operations while contributing to the growth of India’s maritime sector.”
The Lila Jamnagar is notably the first Indian-flagged VLCC to be structured through GIFT City, reflecting the growing importance of this financial hub in facilitating maritime asset ownership and investment structures connected to India.