The Rewriting Women into Maritime History project, launched by Lloyd’s Register Foundation in 2023, aims to showcase the contributions of women in the maritime workforce through the SHE_SEES exhibition. Featuring stories of pioneering women and contemporary initiatives, the project seeks to challenge the industry’s male-dominated narrative and promote diversity and inclusion in the maritime sector.
In New Delhi, Dr. Malini Shankar urged the fusion of India’s rich maritime heritage with contemporary technology to bolster security and growth. Highlighting the significance of ancient trade routes, she advocated for blending traditional shipbuilding with innovations like data analytics, emphasizing initiatives such as the Stitched Ship Project to realize India’s maritime potential.
Heritage Malta has launched a new program for senior citizens, funded by the EU, focusing on Malta’s maritime history and environmental challenges. The initiative, ‘Clean Oceans and Mapping Our Seas,’ encourages discussions at the Maritime Museum in Vittoriosa. Participants can explore the exhibition on Malta’s maritime history and experience a simulation of Malta Drydocks.
On January 24, 2025, Col DPK Pillay delivered a Keynote Address at an International Conference on Asia’s Maritime History and Identity at Cultural Crossroads. The event, organized by Kristu Jayanti College Bangalore and the University of Auckland, aimed to explore the impact of Asia’s maritime past on cultural interactions.
Sarbananda Sonowal recently led a meeting with experts to discuss promoting India’s maritime heritage. The initiative aims to highlight the country’s seafaring legacy and historical significance. By collaborating with archaeologists and historians, the government plans to educate the public and preserve maritime history. Sonowal aims to showcase India’s heritage globally.
Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais unveiled the book ‘Gateways to the Sea – Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region’ at Raj Bhavan. Published by the Government of India, the book delves into the maritime history of Mumbai, featuring contributions from experts in various fields. With 18 chapters, it offers a comprehensive look at the region’s rich maritime heritage.
A 3,300-year-old shipwreck discovered off the northern coast of Israel by a natural gas drilling company has rewritten maritime history. The well-preserved vessel challenges previous beliefs about ancient navigation abilities and trade routes, showcasing the seafarers’ capability to navigate without a line of sight to land. This groundbreaking find sheds new light on Bronze Age trade and exploration.
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