M/s. Chowgule and Company Pvt Ltd engaged NV Dynamics to conduct noise assessments on their indigenously built air cushion vessel, H-561, ACV-1, in Goa. Noise measurements were carried out onboard the vessel during port and sea trial conditions, covering key areas including the wheelhouse, cabin, cargo bay and engine room. Measurements of airborne sound emitted by the vessel were also conducted at different operating speeds. The collected noise data were assessed against the applicable protocol documents to evaluate the vessel’s overall acoustic performance.