The third edition of the Maritime India Conference & Expo has been scheduled to begin on January 22, 2025, in Mumbai, with Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal as the chief guest. FICCI is organizing this three-day event, which will attract more than 7,500 industry professionals to discuss the key developments in India’s maritime sector. Hence, as an organization, the Indian Ports …
The success of Kochi’s Water Metro has caught the attention of national leaders, with Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar highlighting its potential for expansion across other coastal cities in India. The Water Metro project in Kerala, which combines modern technology with eco-friendly transportation, is becoming a game-changer for urban mobility and tourism. In a recent statement, Khattar praised the project’s …
The Indian government has announced its intention to build a four-lane carriageway linking Jamujhari on NH-16 with Dhamra Port. The new road will add connectivity to the area, enable the smooth functioning of industrial activities, and uplift the economy of the region. It was further stated that this is one of the measures to enhance transportation efficiency through ensuring free …
A landmark Bill the Coastal Shipping Bill has just been brought on the table. It takes an important step to ensure improvements in safety and regulatory standards on India’s coasts for shipping activities. Foreign flagged non-propelled vessels including accommodation barges and mobile offshore drilling units are slated to need a license for operating within the India’s coastal trade waters when …
Cochin Shipyard Limited-the shining name of Indian shipbuilding-stands to be one of the highest class shipbuilding yard where only quality vessels are manufactured. Its subsidiary, Udupi-Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), has launched a set of environment-friendly general cargo vessels to Wilson ASA, Europe’s leading short sea fleet operator. CSL, following its commitment to global environmental standards, will certainly continue in perfect …