Connecting the global maritime industry

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Driving the maritime sector towards a cooperative and sustainable expansion, the Government of India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Directorate General of Shipping and the Shipping Corporation of India, orchestrated a roadshow in Mumbai on August 25 at Shipping House, Mumbai. Headed by Mr Shripad Yesso Naik, the Hon’ble Minister of State for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, along with Mr Shyam Jagannathan, Director General of Shipping at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, and Capt Binesh Kumar Tyagi, Chairman and Managing Director of the Shipping Corporation of India, the event drew the participation of across the maritime industry pioneers and government dignitaries. 36 vessels across the globe, 10 countries and 2500 + participants were connected live virtually physically.

Anchored by the DG Shipping and Shipping Corporation of India, the roadshow served as a precursor to the highly anticipated 3rd Global Maritime India Summit, 2023 (GMIS) slated to occur between October 17th and October 19th, 2023, at Bharat Mandapam. The summit being organised in exclusive partnership with FICCI strives to foster connections, advance collaborative endeavors, and spark innovation, all encapsulated under the overarching theme of ‘Connect, Collaborate & Create’.

The eminent personalities Capt Kamal Chadha MD, Marex Media Pvt Ltd and Capt Anshul Rajhvanshi MD, Synergy Maritime expressed their thoughts from maritime community’s side during the Roadshow. They were enthusiastic about the upcoming GMIS 2023 which would provide huge opportunities for the Indian Maritime industry.

During his keynote address, Mr Naik said, “As we embark on the journey towards evolution of Indian Maritime industry, the Mumbai roadshow embodies a powerful symbol of our unwavering dedication to fostering connections, nurturing collaboration, and illuminating the pathways that will propel our sector to even greater heights.” He applauded the dedication and contribution of Indian seafarers in global shipping industry.

He further added, “Mumbai region is a fundamental pillar in the transformative journey towards maritime excellence. The noteworthy contributions from the region persist as a propulsive factor, notably amplifying trade, connectivity, and promoting economic augmentation.”

Mr Jagannathan welcomed the diverse audience which was attending the Roadshow. He congratulated everyone for successful Chandrayaan Mission and appealed to all take the same inspiration for the success of Global Maritime India Summit 2023. He informed that GMIS is a mega summit which will offer large amount of opportunities, comprehend challenges and simulate investments in Indian Maritime sector. The Summit will host various thematic sessions and exhibitions which will position India as a leading economy in maritime industry. He urged the Indian maritime fraternity to come forward, lead and contribute from the front in the GMIS 2023. He invited all the stakeholders to join this journey of development.

Capt Tyagi applauded the successful Chandrayaan Mission and congratulated for team ISRO, which was virtually connect with the Roadshow. While acknowledging the national and international participation in the Roadshow, Capt Tyagi appealed the industry to actively participate in the mega event the GMIS 2023 which offers wide range of opportunities available in Indian Maritime Sector. He also appealed the seafarers to participate in the special session for seafarers which will be held on 19th Oct 2023 at Pragati Maidan New- Delhi.

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