In a landmark advancement for India’s maritime industry, the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) and Neptunus Power Plant Services Pvt Ltd have unveiled the nation’s first indigenously developed marine engine condition-monitoring technology, reports Marine Insight.
The launch marks a major stride toward self-reliance in ship technology and aligns with the government’s “Make in India” initiative, showcasing the country’s growing capabilities in advanced maritime innovation.
World’s First Indigenous Marine Engine Monitoring Technology
The newly developed system comprises two key components — VIB 360, a condition-monitoring platform designed for marine diesel engines, and Torque Sense SHAPOLI, an analytics solution for propulsion systems. Both technologies have received Type Approval Certification from the Indian Register of Shipping, making them the world’s first IRS-certified, indigenously developed condition-monitoring systems for marine engines and propulsion units.
Traditionally, ship engine maintenance has followed a time-based approach, where servicing is done at fixed intervals regardless of the actual condition of the machinery. The new system introduces condition-based maintenance (CBM), enabling ship operators to carry out maintenance only when required, based on real-time data from sensors and analytics. This approach can significantly reduce maintenance costs, prevent unexpected breakdowns, improve fuel efficiency, and lower emissions—bringing both economic and environmental benefits.
For India’s maritime sector, this innovation represents a leap toward greater operational efficiency and safety. It enhances the competitiveness of Indian shipping companies while supporting domestic research and manufacturing in marine technology. The development also strengthens India’s position as a rising hub for smart and sustainable ship technologies.
The collaboration between IRS and Neptunus was formalized during the Maritime India Week 2025, reflecting the shared vision of promoting indigenous solutions in maritime engineering. Industry leaders noted that the certification validates India’s growing capability to design and deliver data-driven technologies that meet global standards.
This breakthrough is expected to pave the way for widespread adoption of condition-based monitoring across Indian fleets and shipyards. It could also position India as an exporter of advanced marine monitoring technologies, contributing to the broader goal of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” in the maritime sector. By developing critical systems domestically, India moves closer to achieving technological independence in shipbuilding and marine engineering.
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Source: Marine Insight
