India ship entry rules add salvage and pollution-response checks

India Strengthens Pollution and Salvage Compliance for Coastal Ships

India’s updated Merchant Shipping Rules, 2026, enhance maritime regulations for ships in coastal waters, mandating salvage and pollution-response contracts alongside existing insurance checks. Foreign vessels must now ensure emergency preparedness and carry valid Protection and Indemnity insurance, with compliance documents submitted 48 hours before entry to prevent penalties.

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India Rolls Out Maritime P&I Insurance with BMIP Initiative

On July 30, 2026, India launched its first sovereign-backed Protection and Indemnity (P&I) insurance through the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool, presented by Financial Services Secretary Sanjay Lohia. This comprehensive product covers third-party liabilities, enhancing maritime risk management and promoting self-reliance in specialized insurance solutions for the shipping industry.

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