SHM Shipcare Private Limited (“SHM Shipcare”), one of the integrated maritime companies engaged in shipbuilding, ship repair, ship management, and maritime safety solutions announced that Mr. Saifuddin Hajee, Managing Director and Group CEO has been conferred ‘The Outstanding Industry Achievement Award’ at the All-India Achievers Conclave & Awards 2026. The recognition acknowledges his contribution to…
Pratik Bijlani – With geopolitical tensions continuing to disrupt global shipping, ensuring the safety and welfare of merchant seafarers has become an increasingly urgent priority. Against this backdrop, the International Maritime Federation (IMF) and the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) convened a Joint Maritime Stakeholders’ Coordination Meeting on 5th August, bringing together senior representatives…
Ports sometimes have requirements for the number of mooring ropes a vessel calling must have on board. John Southam and Vicky Dolka, of NorthStandard*, examine who is responsible when the requirement exceeds the number normally carried. The number of mooring lines a vessel must carry during normal operation is decided on a vessel-by-vessel basis. The…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) organised a customer interaction meet with manufacturers, technical consultants and other stakeholders from the marine equipment industry to strengthen collaboration, understand customer requirements and gather feedback on its Marine Component Certification and Type & Works Approval services. The meeting brought together manufacturers representing diverse product segments including battery energy storage…
Carraro India Limited, a leading Tier‑I supplier of axles, transmission systems, and gears, reported a steady start to FY27 with consolidated revenue growth driven by strong domestic demand, despite global export challenges. The company’s total income rose 12% year‑on‑year to INR 5,587 million, while EBITDA increased 6% to INR 579 million and PAT climbed 8%…
Jagdamba Prasad Pandey – Amid escalating geopolitical conflicts, the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) has issued an urgent, impassioned plea to the global maritime community to honour seafarers who have lost their lives in high-risk zones and stand in solidarity with those currently serving onboard. Commercial vessels operating in dangerous maritime routes—such as the…
Jagdamba Prasad Pandey – Prudence Marine Services organised a beach cleanup drive at the Juhu Koliwada section of Juhu Beach, Mumbai, bringing together employees who participated enthusiastically in the initiative. As a company connected to the maritime industry, Prudence Marine recognises the importance of protecting our oceans and coastal environment. The cleanup drive reflected the…
Pratik Bijlani – The Maritime Union of India (MUI) brought the often-unseen emotional demands of life at sea into focus during a webinar on 25 July, bringing together maritime professionals and young aspirants, including cadets from the Institute of Maritime Studies (IMS), Goa, for a conversation on emotional resilience, self-awareness and mental well-being. Moderated by…
