maritime sector

December 15, 2025 3:12 PM

India doubles down on making maritime sector greener, cleaner and sustainable

India stands at the threshold of a transformative maritime era - one that leverages its vast coastline, expanding industrial capacity and strategic location to not only strengthen trade and connectivity but also build a legacy of sustainability and resilience, an official statement said on Monday. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has outlined the Maritime India Vision 2030, a comprehensive blueprint aimed at empowering India’s maritime sector and steering it towards a gre...

October 30, 2025 5:20 PM

India is the perfect harbour for investing in maritime sector: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called upon global investors to participate in India’s maritime growth story, describing the country as the “perfect harbour” for investment in the maritime sector. Sharing his vision for India’s maritime renaissance in a detailed LinkedIn post, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s strategic advantages, modern infrastructure, and commitment to innovation that together position the nation as a global hub for shipping, logistics, and port-led de...

October 29, 2025 6:09 PM

India poised to lead global maritime transformation with strength and stability: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the Maritime Leaders Conclave and chaired the Global Maritime CEO Forum during India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, highlighting India’s emergence as a global maritime power. He said the country’s maritime sector is advancing with “great speed and energy,” backed by major reforms, record investments, and growing international confidence. Welcoming participants from over 85 countries, including CEOs of global shipping giants, innovators,...

October 16, 2025 9:21 PM

Indian Navy hosts seminar on cybersecurity challenges in maritime sector

The Indian Navy on Thursday organised a high-level seminar on “Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and Its Effects on National Security and International Relations” at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, highlighting the growing importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding critical maritime infrastructure. The event brought together senior government officials, defence leaders, industry experts, and cybersecurity professionals to enhance awareness of emerging digital threats in the mar...

September 24, 2025 3:51 PM

Cabinet clears Rs.69,725 crore package to boost shipbuilding and maritime sector

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved a comprehensive package worth Rs.69,725 crore to boost shipbuilding, maritime financing, and domestic capacity in India. The initiative is aimed at revitalising the country’s maritime sector through a four-pillar strategy that covers financing, infrastructure, technical development, and policy reforms. The package extends the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) till March 31, 2036, with a total corp...