Indian Navy’s sail training ship, INS Sudarshini, arrived at Livorno, Italy, on 09 Sep 2026, as part of the ongoing transoceanic expedition, Lokayan 2026. The ship has sailed over 17400 nautical miles across 10 countries during the deployment, carrying forward India’s maritime traditions and spirit of friendship across the seas.
En route to Livorno, INS Sudarshini conducted a Passage Exercise with the Italian Navy’s sail training ship ITS Palinuro in the Mediterranean Sea. The joint evolution involved coordinated manoeuvring and sail-handling drills, providing an opportunity for the crews of the two sailing ships to interact and exchange professional expertise.
Livorno, home to the prestigious Italian Naval Academy (Accademia Navale), provides an opportunity for further professional engagement between the two Navies. During the port call, Cross-deck visits and interactions between Indian trainees and Italian cadets will be undertaken and the ship will remain open to visitors.
Lokayan 2026 continues to strengthen India's Maritime Cooperation and advance the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).