A roadshow in run-up to the "Global Maritime India Summit 2023" organized in Mumbai by Shipping Ministry stakeholders

: Mumbai, August 25, 2023

Driving the maritime sector towards a cooperative and sustainable expansion, the Government of India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Directorate General of Shipping and the Shipping Corporation of India, jointly organized a roadshow on the upcoming “Global Maritime India Show 2023” in Mumbai today (August 25, 2023). The event drew the participation of maritime industry pioneers and government dignitaries and also 36 vessels across the globe, 10 countries and 2500 + participants joined the event via video conferencing.

The roadshow served as a precursor to the highly anticipated 3rd Global Maritime India Summit, 2023 (GMIS) slated to occur between October 17th and October 19th, 2023, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The summit being organised in exclusive partnership with FICCI strives to foster connections, advance collaborative endeavors, and spark innovation, all encapsulated under the overarching theme of ‘Connect, Collaborate & Create’.

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways and AYUSH Shri Sarbananda Sonowal in a video message said, under the visionary leadership of PM Narendra Modi, India’s maritime capabilities will continue to grow with the mantra of co-operative federalism that is based on a strong Centre-States collaboration. He also said that GMIS 2023.

will act as a significant global initiative to boost Indian maritime economy, fostering both global and regional partnerships, while facilitating investments. The flagship event provides strategic convergence for Indian and international maritime communities, added the Union Shipping Minister. Joining the event virtually, Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Shripad Naik said, “As we embark on the journey towards evolution of Indian Maritime industry, the Mumbai roadshow embodies a powerful symbol of our unwavering dedication to fostering connections, nurturing collaboration and illuminating the pathways that will propel our sector to even greater heights.” He applauded the dedication and contribution of Indian seafarers in global shipping industry. He further said, “Mumbai region is a fundamental pillar in the transformative journey towards maritime excellence. The noteworthy contributions from the region persist as a propulsive factor, notably amplifying trade, connectivity, and promoting economic augmentation.”

The Director General of Shipping, Shri Shyam Jagannathan, informed that GMIS is a mega summit which will offer large amount of opportunities, comprehend challenges and simulate investments in Indian Maritime sector. He urged the Indian maritime fraternity to come forward, lead and contribute from the front in the GMIS 2023. He invited all the stakeholders to join this journey of development. The CMD, Shipping Corporation of India, Capt. Binesh Kumar Tyagi, appealed the industry to actively participate in the mega event GMIS 2023, as it offers wide range of opportunities available in Indian Maritime Sector. He also appealed the seafarers to participate in the special session for seafarers which will be held on October 19, 2023 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.

The eminent personalities Capt. Kamal Chadha, MD, Marex Media, and Capt Anshul Raghvanshi, MD, Synergy Maritime, expressed their thoughts from maritime community’s perspective during the roadshow. They were enthusiastic about the upcoming GMIS 2023 which would provide huge opportunities for the Indian Maritime industry.

About Global Maritime India Summit 2023 (GMIS 2023):

GMIS 2023 is a premier maritime sector focused event to bring together pivotal figures from the industry to explore opportunities, understand challenges, and stimulate investment within India’s maritime sector. Building upon the legacy of its preceding editions of 2016 and 2021, this third edition of summit aims to unveil broader prospects for domestic and international maritime stakeholders and investors. More than 100 countries and several delegates from them are expected to participate in the Summit with exhibitors and investors from various domains of the maritime sector.