The Indian Maritime University (IMU) Kolkata Campus has taken a significant step towards promoting innovation, research, and excellence in maritime education and seafaring with the inauguration of the Dr. Ravi K Mehrotra Centre of Excellence in Maritime (RKMCoEM) on July 18, 2025. This landmark event marks a major milestone in the university’s mission to shape…
Why is AI so popular right now, even though it’s been around for a long time? AI, or artificial intelligence, is suddenly a big deal. It feels like every other tool or software is now “powered by AI.” But here’s the thing: AI isn’t new. It has been around for more than 40 years! Why…
Capt Rohan Heranjal, Director of the Crew Service Centre, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (India) Pvt Ltd, brings a wealth of experience to his role. With 14 years of sea time on tankers and 12 years of shore-based experience in marine operations, manning, and leadership, Rohan’s journey is marked by a unique blend of technical expertise and…
The AMET Global Maritime Summit 2025 (AGMS 2025) and AMET Global Maritime Awards 2025 (AGMA 2025), hosted by the Dr. J. Ramachandran Maritime Foundation in association with AMET University, concluded with resounding success on July 2, 2025, at the Anna Centenary Library Auditorium, Kotturpuram, Chennai. This flagship maritime gathering welcomed over 1200 delegates and participants…
The world’s skylines have significantly transformed, largely due to the evolution of architectural and construction technologies, particularly the use of steel and the rise of skyscrapers. This has led to cities expanding vertically, optimizing land use and creating iconic symbols of economic power and innovation. Skyscrapers have become defining features of many urban landscapes, and…
Pratik Bijlani – On June 27, the Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA) in Karjat celebrated the graduation of DNS Batch 30 with a remarkable ceremony at the AEMA Auditorium. The event was graced by Mr. Mark Cameron, Executive VP and COO of Ardmore Shipping, as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Robert Gaina, Senior VP (Commercial) at…
Pratik Bijlani – The Narottam Morarjee Institute of Shipping (NMIS), a premier institution in maritime education, held its 45th Annual Convocation and Prize Distribution Ceremony on July 18, at the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI), Mumbai. The prestigious occasion was graced by the Chief Guest Mr Sameer Kumar Khare, IAS (Retd.), Chairman of the National…
Have you ever thought about how sailors and ship commanders learn to steer big ships safely on the ocean? People who work on ships need particular education and training, just like pilots do before they fly planes. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making this learning process smarter, faster, and safer these days. Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is…
