Mumbai gained prominence as a cotton trading and commercial centre in the mid nineteenth century. Hidden away in the history books is the fact that from 1736 to 1932 over 400 ships and vessels of various descriptions were built at Bombay Dockyard. Added to that are some 220 odd ships and vessels built by Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. from 1960 onwards taking the total to well over 600 ships and vessels which is a singular achievement for any city or shipyard. Shipbuilding and ship repair is an industry that has flourished in the city of Mumbai for close to three centuries. Join us as Cdr. Ninad Phatarphekar (Retd.) takes you on a fascinating journey tracing this industry which continues to flourish till this day in the city of Mumbai.