India Maritime

India Approves Extension for Russian Maritime Insurance Accreditation

The Indian Directorate General of Shipping has extended the accreditation for four Russian insurance companies—Soglasie, Yugoria, Sberbank Insurance, and ASTK Insurance—until March 20, 2026. This extension ensures vessels entering Indian ports maintain necessary liability insurance, covering third-party claims and pollution risks amidst the withdrawal of Western insurers.

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Mormugao port declared India’s first green port

Mormugao Port Earns India’s First Green Port Accreditation

Mormugao Port has achieved a major milestone by becoming India’s first accredited green port, announced by MPA Chairman N. Vinodkumar during a roadshow for India Maritime Week 2025. The port promotes sustainability through incentive-based tariff discounts linked to Environmental Ship Index scores and has initiated a solar power project to reduce its carbon footprint.

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