Capt. Kapil Yadav India has long been one of the world’s largest suppliers of maritime manpower. To understand how this workforce has evolved over time, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) issued Circular 06 of 2026, presenting official statistics on the engagement of Indian seafarers on Indian-flag and foreign-flag merchant ships from 2010 to 2025. This blog analyses … Read more
An easy breakdown of India’s STCW certification statistics for 2025, covering officer licenses, safety training, maritime trends and its impact on you.
A simplified explanation of the MS, Act 2025 covering vessel safety and security, seaworthiness, certification, reporting, & international compliance.
Maritime operations inside port waters are often considered routine. However, recent incidents like tug and crane accidents have proven that even short-duration assistance operations, if poorly planned, can quickly turn into serious marine accidents. One such case is the capsizing of a tug during clearance of a fouled anchor cable in port waters, which offers … Read more
In maritime operations, safety and compliance are always critical. One important role that connects ships at sea with the company on shore is the Designated Person Ashore, commonly known as the DPA. This person ensures that safety management systems are followed and that communication between ship and shore remains clear at all times. Think of … Read more
Breakdown of the Merchant Shipping Act, rules inspections onboard, fining, wages resolutions, legal definitions, desertions and discipline.
India’s maritime ecosystem supports critical sectors such as trade, offshore energy, logistics, and national security. To maintain regulatory oversight when Indian interests charter foreign vessels, the Coastal Shipping Act, 2025 establishes a structured licensing and compliance framework for vessels operating beyond domestic coastal trade. This framework ensures that international maritime operations connected to India remain … Read more
Understanding MS act 2025, covering matters such as seafarer welfare, safety, wages, medical care, dispute resolution, and shipowner obligations.
India’s vast coastline and inland waterways hold immense potential for transforming the country’s logistics and trade landscape. Recognizing this, the Coastal Shipping Act, 2025 mandates the creation of the National Coastal and Inland Shipping Strategic Plan, a visionary framework designed to steer India’s maritime future toward sustainable growth, economic prosperity, and national security. This blog … Read more
Mandatory training on harassment prevention for all seafarers, updated PSSR modules & certificate changes as per STWC, 2025. Learn more.