India and UAE have entered a transformative phase in bilateral relations, signing eight strategic agreements to foster a sustainable, innovation-driven future. This milestone, marked by Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed’s visit, emphasizes collaboration in green logistics, healthcare, and education, paving the way for a climate-resilient, tech-integrated trade ecosystem.
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, announced plans for six harbor clusters in India. These clusters, including Cochin-Vizhinjam, Galathea South Bay, and Paradip, aim to boost capacity to over 500 MTPA by 2047. The focus is on infrastructural development under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision to meet future demands efficiently.
Windward has launched a new AI-powered solution, Critical Maritime Infrastructure Protection, to safeguard key maritime infrastructure from various threats. By monitoring high-risk vessels, the system can detect suspicious activities in real-time, offering proactive alerts to prevent potential risks. This tool addresses the growing concerns of attacks on offshore oil rigs and research operations.
India is gearing up to boost its maritime capacity significantly, aiming to expand port capacity to 10,000 million tonnes per annum by 2047. This ambitious initiative, announced by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, highlights India’s goal to become a global shipping hub. The move underscores the country’s commitment to enhancing its maritime capabilities.
Tamil Nadu is strategically positioning itself as a global manufacturing hub by expanding its maritime infrastructure. The opening of the Chennai-Vladivostok maritime corridor highlights the state’s commitment to developing its ports, with plans for a greenfield port at Cuddalore. This effort aims to boost exports and imports, utilizing coastal shipping to reduce transportation costs significantly.
