Inauguration of Dr. Ravi K Mehrotra Excellence Center in Maritime (RKMCoem) at IMU Kolkata

Indian Maritime University Inaugurates Dr. Ravi K Mehrotra Center for Sea Traffic Excellence in Kolkata

The Indian Maritime University (IMU) in Kolkata inaugurated the Dr. Ravi K. Mehrotra Excellence Center in Sea Traffic on July 18, 2025. This center, backed by significant investment and industry partnerships, aims to enhance maritime research and collaborations, with a focus on innovative technologies and advanced training in the maritime sector.

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India opens up fraudulent seafarers

India Cracks Down on Fake Seafarer Certificates to Protect Maritime Safety and Integrity

India’s Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has launched a crackdown on counterfeit training certificates used by seafarers to secure foreign employment. Initiated on July 18, this move addresses the alarming rise of fraudulent Competency Certificates (COCs) and aims to uphold maritime standards, ensuring only qualified individuals are certified for seafaring roles.

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Vadhavan Port Project to Boost Container Capacity and Launches Skill Development Initiatives

The Vadhavan Port Project aims to boost India’s container handling capacity by 23.2 million TEUs, enhancing its status as a global maritime hub. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced partnerships for skill development, including an MoU with Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, and initiatives for local entrepreneurship and training programs.

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ClassNK Releases Updated FuelEU Maritime Guidance for Shipping Industry Compliance

CLASSNK has released the fourth edition of its “FAQs on the FuelEU Maritime,” providing crucial updates for the shipping industry ahead of the regulation’s January 1, 2025, implementation. Key highlights include clarified cumulative penalty conditions and a prioritized order for fuels in GHG intensity calculations, supporting compliance efforts for ships over 5,000 gross tonnage.

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Crew Transfer Vessels Strengthens Ocean Conservation by Deploying Innovative Bilge Filter Systems

Strategic Marine is dedicated to a sustainable future, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal 14 for ocean conservation. Since 2012, they’ve equipped all Crew Transfer Vessels with Wavestream System 3 bilge filters, preventing harmful discharges. This proactive approach underscores their commitment to environmental protection and marine resource conservation.

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Philippines Issues Memorandum to Boost Maritime Identity and Promote National Awareness

Malacañang has issued Memorandum Circular 87 to enhance public awareness of the Philippines’ maritime identity. Signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, the circular calls on government agencies, local units, and private stakeholders to promote the nation as a maritime and archipelagic entity, reinforcing previous legislative efforts and proclaiming September as Maritime Awareness Month.

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