Introduction
Leading Indian shipbuilder has signed a ₹4,250 crore MoU with Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) to expand shipyard capacity, develop a maritime cluster, and establish a Centre of Excellence for maritime training and R&D.
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Share price movement of Swan Defence
On September 22, 2025, Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Ltd opened at ₹606.15, up 5.00% from its previous close of ₹577.30. The stock reached a high and low of ₹606.15. By 12:50 PM, it traded at ₹606.15, with a market cap of ₹3,193.33 crore.
SDHI and GMB Sign ₹4,250 Crore MoU
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) signed a ₹4,250 crore MoU with Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) to modernize shipyard infrastructure and expand India’s shipbuilding capacity at Pipavav Port.
The investment includes ₹3,500 crore for shipyard capacity expansion, adding slipways, jetties, cranes, block fabrication, and dredging. The upgrades will support vessels up to 400,000 DWT and meet global demand.
SDHI will also invest ₹200 crore in a Centre of Excellence to train over 1,000 youth annually and ₹550 crore for a 200-acre maritime cluster to boost ancillary industries.
Stock performance of Swan Defence for Period of 1 week, 1 month, and 6 months
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Ltd delivered a 0.00% return over the past week. The stock gained 47.7% in the past month and 538% over the past six months.
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Shareholding pattern of Swan Defence
| Particulars | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 |
| Promoter | 94.90% | 94.90% | 94.90% |
| FII | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| DII | 0.40% | 0.40% | 0.40% |
| Public | 4.70% | 4.70% | 4.70% |
About Swan Defence
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (NSE: SWANDEF), formerly Reliance Naval, is a leading Indian shipbuilding and heavy fabrication company, operating the largest dry dock and high-capacity fabrication, supporting maritime and industrial growth.
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FAQs
A: Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Ltd share price rose after signing a ₹4,250 crore MoU with Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB).
A: Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Ltd specializes in shipbuilding, heavy fabrication, and operating India’s largest dry dock facilities.
A: Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Ltd has a market capitalization of ₹3,193.33 crore as of September 22, 2025.


