Mumbai: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with four engineering institutions in Kerala under its Academia Collaboration Policy, ‘COLLAB’. The initiative aims to strengthen industry-academia partnerships by supporting joint research, student project guidance and faculty training.
The partner institutions are the College of Engineering, Trivandrum; Government Engineering College, Thrissur; Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam; and TKM College of Engineering, Kollam.
Through the ‘COLLAB’ scheme, CSL will provide funding and support for collaborative academic and research activities. The initiative is expected to create opportunities for students and faculty members to work more closely with industry and contribute to technological advancements.
CSL’s ‘COLLAB’ Scheme to Support Research and Training
Under the Academia Collaboration Policy, the ‘COLLAB’ scheme will provide support in three key areas:
- Joint Research Projects: Funding and support for collaborative research between CSL and the partner institutions.
- Student Project Guidance: Guidance and mentorship for students undertaking academic and technical projects.
- Faculty Training: Training opportunities to strengthen faculty capabilities and promote knowledge sharing.
The scheme is designed to encourage academic institutions to undertake research and development activities in collaboration with industry.
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Four Kerala Engineering Colleges Join the Partnership
CSL has signed MoUs with the following four institutions under the initiative:
- College of Engineering, Trivandrum
- Government Engineering College, Thrissur
- Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam
- TKM College of Engineering, Kollam
The partnerships will provide a platform for closer interaction between the shipbuilding industry and engineering institutions in Kerala.
Focus on Industry-Academia Collaboration and Innovation
The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. By supporting advanced research, student and faculty mentorship, and knowledge exchange, the initiative seeks to encourage innovation in shipbuilding and related engineering domains.
The partnerships are also expected to help students gain exposure to industry-oriented challenges while enabling faculty members to engage in collaborative research and training activities.
About Cochin Shipyard Limited
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) is a major Indian shipbuilding and ship-repair company based in Kochi, Kerala. It operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India. CSL builds vessels for defence and commercial applications and contributes to India’s indigenous shipbuilding capabilities through the construction, repair and modernisation of a wide range of vessels.
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