Knowledge Marine and Engineering Works Limited Commissions India's Largest and Deepest Indian-Flag Self-Propelled Backhoe Dredger "River Pearl 47" at JNPA
Apr 08, 2026
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8: Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited (KMEW) is pleased to announce the commissioning of River Pearl 47, the largest and deepest Indian-flag, self-propelled backhoe dredger, at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) under contract with the Dredging Corporation of India. This significant addition further strengthens KMEW's specialized dredging fleet and reinforces its capability to execute complex marine infrastructure and port development projects across India.