↣ Through the decades, SIFFS has been continually responding to the changing needs and aspirations of its beneficiaries through following activities.
↣ Setting up boatyards to manufacture different models of boats and undertake repair works.
↣ Conducting research and development on designs of boat models and materials for boat building Providing training in boat building and maintenance.
↣ SIFFSs approach of involving fishermen themselves in the design of the models led to rapid spread of plywood boats in three districts. The extraordinary dynamism of fishermen, reflected in productive use of plywood boats, contributed significantly to extending the area of fishing in the region.
↣ Today, SIFFS is a leading player and price leader in plywood boat building market in South-West Coast of India