During India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, Kolkata Port showcased Bengal’s artistic heritage through a vibrant pavilion. The event featured live demonstrations of Shola craftwork and Chhou mask-making, captivating visitors with the region’s cultural diversity. Chairman Rathendra Raman highlighted the pavilion’s success in engaging global delegates and promoting maritime initiatives.
Madhu Nair, Chairman and Managing Director of Cochin Shipyard, announced an order book of approximately ₹20,000 crore, with significant contributions from the merchant vessel sector. He highlighted recent infrastructure investments, including a new dry dock. Looking ahead, Cochin Shipyard aims to strengthen its presence along India’s coasts through strategic partnerships.
V.O. Chidambaranar Port in Tuticorin has emerged as a leader in green shipping corridors in India, emphasizing renewable energy and sustainable practices. Recognized during India Maritime Week 2025, the port’s initiatives, including its role as a green hydrogen hub, are set to attract significant sustainable investments, driving India’s maritime growth.
The inaugural Goa State Session of India Maritime Week 2025 showcased Goa’s commitment to sustainable maritime development. Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant emphasized the theme “Blue Meets Green,” unveiling plans for port infrastructure, green shipping, and advanced technologies. Goa aims to lead India’s vision of eco-friendly growth in the maritime sector.
Karnataka’s Maritime and Waterways Masterplan aims to attract ₹23,000 crore through 125 projects, focusing on coastal districts Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada. The initiative promotes public-private partnerships for port development, tourism, and connectivity, with notable projects like the Keni port, projected to handle 30 million tonnes annually.
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) will host India Maritime Week 2025 from October 27 to 31 in Mumbai. Under the theme “Uniting Oceans, One Maritime Vision,” the event aims to position India as a global maritime hub, featuring over 100,000 delegates and significant international participation.
During the India Maritime Week, Home Minister Amit Shah proclaimed a pivotal era in India’s maritime journey, calling it “India’s maritime moment.” He emphasized the potential of the Gateway of India to become the “Gateway of the World,” highlighting India’s strategic coastline and ambitious reforms to establish a global maritime hub.
During a press conference on October 27, 2025, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced significant advancements in India’s maritime sector under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. He highlighted the government’s Maritime Vision 2030, aiming to attract investments and enhance the industry, positioning Maharashtra as a premier shipbuilding destination.
At the India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, Odisha’s Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled a bold maritime strategy, signing MoUs worth ₹50,000 crore. This initiative aims to enhance ports, shipping, and marine resources, positioning Odisha as a maritime leader while promoting sustainable practices and economic growth through job creation.
During the Indian Maritime Week, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the crucial need for job creation and foreign investment in India’s maritime sector. He emphasized that innovative funding models are essential for growth, citing his experience with DBS Bank. Gadkari stressed that enhancing credibility is vital for attracting global investors.
On Monday, the Maharashtra government signed MOUs worth ₹56,000 crore to boost maritime infrastructure, including port expansions and shipyard constructions. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the importance of these agreements for establishing Maharashtra as a maritime superpower, with significant investments planned for Dighi port and enhancements to water transport in Mumbai.
In Thiruvananthapuram, the MSC Akiteta II, stranded for nearly four months, saw its first crew change. Twelve crew members disembarked, including one from Ghana, while eleven new members boarded. Managed by Waterline Shipping, the transition involved barge transport and necessary immigration formalities, following a court-ordered arrest over a compensation dispute.
On October 27, 2025, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the fourth India Maritime Week in Mumbai, attended by prominent leaders like Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Chief Ministers from Maharashtra, Odisha, and Goa. The event aims to enhance India’s maritime capabilities, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across the sector.
During the inauguration of India Maritime Week 2025, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel emphasized the state’s pivotal role as a maritime powerhouse. He highlighted Gujarat’s significant contributions to India’s cargo traffic and ship recycling, while announcing plans to enhance port capacities by 2047, aligning with the vision for a self-reliant India.
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) is showcasing its pivotal role in India’s Blue Economy at the India Maritime Week 2025. Scheduled for October 27-31 in Mumbai, the event will highlight technological advancements and sustainability efforts, emphasizing India’s maritime resurgence. Prime Minister Modi’s attendance underscores the nation’s maritime ambitions.
