AEMA Hosts Memorable Graduation for DNS Batch 30

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

Honouring Achievement

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

The Impact of AI on Maritime Education

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

DP World India Recognized as One of the Best Companies to Work For in 2025

DP World, a leading global provider of smart end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been ranked amongst ‘India’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work For’ by the Great Place to Work Institute. This annual ranking—based on data from Great Place to Work’s Trust Index™ Survey and Culture Audit—recognizes organizations that excel in building high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. The

Maritime Fraud Crackdown: India Invalidates Foreign Certificates

Pratik Bijlani – India’s Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has banned the deployment of Indian seafarers holding Certificates of Competency (CoCs) issued by certain Central American countries, including Honduras and Belize, after uncovering widespread fraud in their issuance. The move, announced through DGS Circular No. 31/2025, aims to curb recruitment malpractices and prevent Indian seafarers

Uncovering Hidden Trends By Bansi Jaising

• How is global shipping trying to decarbonise? What are the green fuels that may be used? Why is it difficult to implement changes in shipping? What does India need to do? Why is the government encouraging green ammonia production in India? What are the challenges?Global shipping is on course towards decarbonisation by 2040-50. This

AGA Aqua Marine Sets Sail with First Office in Mumbai

Pratik Bijlani – On June 30, AGA Aqua Marine, a Mumbai-based crew management firm, inaugurated its first office at Boomerang in Chandivali, Andheri East. Specializing in sourcing, training, and deploying skilled seafarers globally, the firm is dedicated to enhancing the maritime industry by providing ethical, innovative, and tailored solutions. With a mission to deliver ethical,