World Maritime Council Launched to Strengthen India’s Shipping Ecosystem

The World Maritime Council (WMC) a platform for Recruitment & Placement Service (RPS), Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) and empanelled Directors approved by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) is being officially launched with a clear vision to strengthen India’s Maritime ecosystem, support responsible shipping businesses, protect the interests of seafarers, and promote sustainable growth…

Maritime & Trade Links Deepen as IBLCCI Expands South

The Indo-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IBLCCI) inaugurated its South India Chapter in Chennai on 15 September, marking an important step in expanding the Chamber’s engagement across the region. The Chapter was inaugurated in the presence of Ms. Nina Pineau, Consul & Deputy Head of Mission, Consulate General of Belgium in Mumbai, who was…

ISSPL Files Draft Prospectus for SME IPO

ISSPL Limited, (formerly known as “IRClass Systems and Solutions Limited” and “IRClass Systems and Solutions Private Limited”) (“ISSPL”), a provider of testing, third party inspection certification and related technical services, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (“DRHP”) with BSE Limited for its proposed Initial Public Offering (“IPO”) on the SME platform. The proposed public…

Adani Gangavaram Port Wins Top Sustainability Honour

Adani Gangavaram Port, the deepest and one of the most modern ports in India wins the 25th Environment Sustainability Award 2026 by the Greentech Foundation in recognition of its commitment towards environmental protection and sustainability. The award was presented at a ceremony held in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, bringing together leading organizations and environmental professionals from across…

Freight Base Streamlines UK Road Logistics

The UK’s light haulage fleet needs to grow by more than half within the next 18 months to keep pace with freight now arriving directly through the country’s container ports, according to Department for Transport projections. Freight Base, a new online marketplace connecting freight forwarders with vetted carriers, has launched to help meet that demand,…

Freight Corridors Promise Massive Savings and Jobs Boost

India could potentially save nearly Rs 7 lakh crore annually and create close to 1 crore jobs by transforming the way goods move across the country, with Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) and Multi-Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs) playing a key role in building a faster and more efficient freight network, according to IIM Mumbai Director Prof…

Global Collaboration Anchors India’s Ship Repair Growth

Drydocks World, a DP World company, and Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) today announced the signing of a joint venture agreement to operate and expand the International Ship Repair Facility (ISRF) Cochin. The agreement was signed by Captain Rado Antolovic, PhD, CEO, Drydocks World, and Mr. Jose V J, Chairman & Managing Director of Cochin Shipyard Ltd.,…

MacGregor Secures Contract to Equip Four Research Vessels

MacGregor has secured significant orders to deliver advanced deck cranes, handling equipment, and deck machinery for four new oceanographic research vessels. The orders were booked into MacGregor’s second and third quarter 2026 order intake, with equipment deliveries starting in 2027 and scheduled to complete by the third quarter of 2029 at the latest. Two of…