Powering Maritime Innovation for Decades

Pratik Bijlani – MMS Group marked its Founder’s Day Celebration on 28 November at Hotel Orchid, Mumbai, paying tribute to the remarkable legacy of its founder, the late Mr. Suresh Godbole, whose vision and pioneering spirit have shaped more than five decades of excellence in India’s maritime industry. The theme, “Anchored in Legacy, Sailing into

DP World Launches EXIM Rail Route to Nhava Sheva

DP World has launched a new export-import (EXIM) rail service connecting Powarkheda, Madhya Pradesh to the Nhava Sheva container terminal in Mumbai, strengthening the state’s direct access to global and domestic markets. The twice-weekly service operates from DP World’s Multimodal Logistics Powarkheda (DP World Powerkheda) and is designed to speed up cargo movement while reducing

Atlantas Group Sails to Victory in IMPL Season 4

Pratik Bijlani – The Indian Maritime Premier League (IMPL) returned in grand style for its highly anticipated fourth edition, once again bringing together professionals from across India’s maritime sector in a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship, camaraderie and industry-wide collaboration. Hosted by Marex Media and powered by ATPI, the annual box-cricket tournament has grown into one

Key Shipping Developments

·        U.S. Flips history by casting Europe – not Russia – as villain in security policy. For years the U.S. Government has published its annual National Security Strategy that lays out how Washington sees the world and its approach to dealing with looming threats, from China to Russia, to drug traffickers in Latin America. In

Escape from Mongla

“So, it’s set for tonight. At about 2 in the morning, the flood tide turns. All preparations to be completed by 1 a.m., with the crew at their stations. The whole unmooring operation will be done under complete blackout conditions and total silence. Once started, there is no looking back. Muster the crew at 4

Captains and Cadets Celebrate Maritime Spirit at DRACEA 2025

Delphine Estibeiro – The annual DRACEA gathering brought together cadets, alumni, and stalwarts of the maritime fraternity for an evening of camaraderie, recognition, and celebration. Hosted at the Willingdon Club, the event was marked by heartfelt addresses, spirited awards, and a strong sense of community. Captain Rajesh Tandon, President, DRACEA, opened the evening with a