Padmesh Prabhune – ‘Steel Cutting’ ceremony of the first of the five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) was held at Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam on 10 April 24, in the presence of Shri Giridhar Aramane, Defence Secretary, VAdm Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, Cmde Hemant Khatri (Retd), Chairman and Managing Director, HSL. Many…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), a leading classification society, enters 50th year, marking half a century of commitment to maritime safety, quality, and innovation. The organisation commenced year-long celebrations on its foundation day 4th April by unveiling a series of initiatives. Starting off the celebrations is the debut of IRS’ 50th year commemorative logo. The…
Chitkara University School of Maritime Studies organised a magnificent ceremony to celebrate the 61st National Maritime Day. The event, which was attended by a distinguished group of guests including Capt Kaustubh Pradhan, General Manager, Elite Mariners Pvt Ltd; Capt (Dr) Shashank Jahagirdar, MD & Country Head, MTM Ship Management India Pvt Ltd; Capt Randeep Bhalla,…
The life of a seafarer is one of adventure, resilience, and often isolation. As they navigate the vast oceans, facing unpredictable weather and challenging work conditions, their mental well-being becomes a critical aspect of their overall health. In this article, we explore the mental health challenges that seafarers encounter and analyze the legal framework addressing…
Pratik Bijlani – In a poignant ceremony at Mumbai’s historic Sailors Memorial in Masjid Bunder, the maritime community came together on April 5th, 2024, to mark the inauguration of National Maritime Day 2024. The solemn event, organized by the Shipping Fraternity, paid homage to the seamen and merchant navy personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice…
Padmesh Prabhune – The Grand Finale of the 61st National Maritime Day was held at the YB Chavan Auditorium, Mumbai, with its theme of: ‘Sustainable Shipping- Opportunities and Challenges’ Eminent maritime personalities from India and abroad and seafarers and their families participated in the colourful event held in Mumbai on Friday, 5 April 2024. The…
Industry faces ongoing concerns related to environmental practices, hazardous materials, seafarers’ safety, and labor conditions Padmesh Prabhune As part of National Maritime Day Celebrations week, a seminar was held on Monday, 01st April at IRS Powai titled as ‘Sustainable Shipping – Challenges’ session, it witnessed presentations on the topic by eminent professionals in the…
Delphine Estibeiro – On the occasion of the 61st National Maritime Day Celebration (NMDC), the NMDC committee members organised a thought-provoking seminar titled Sustainable Shipping – Opportunities on 02nd April at the renowned The Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI). Mr Atul Ubale, Director – Bulk Carrier & Tankers, & Additional Charge of Director –…
Pratik Bijlani – Greenfield Marine Technologies, a company dedicated to promoting ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) principles, has unveiled a groundbreaking solution to address the challenges faced by seafarers in the merchant navy. Recognizing the demanding and often isolating nature of maritime careers, Greenfield has developed Shiparc.ai, an innovative app designed to improve the lives and…
Pratik Bijlani – On the 4th April, Mumbai’s bustling CST station played host to a remarkable maritime exhibition called Sagar Ki Pukar, which was organised as part of the National Maritime Day Week 2024 celebrations, the event offered a unique opportunity for the local populace to gain insights into the Merchant Navy and its significance.…