DGS Order 2025

DGS Order No. 08 of 2025: Crackdown on Foreign Maritime Training in India

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seafarers training

Introduction India’s maritime regulatory authority, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), has issued Order No. 08 of 2025 to prohibit any foreign government, maritime administration, or institution from conducting STCW training in India without prior approval. This decisive move aims to safeguard Indian seafarers from unregulated training and reinforce the authority of Indian maritime standards. … Read more

DGS Order 2025: Strengthening India’s Maritime Compliance Framework

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The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has issued its much-anticipated Order of 2025, introducing robust reforms to elevate India’s maritime safety, sustainability, and training standards. This order is set to impact RPSL companies, training institutes, maritime doctors, and the overall recruitment process for Indian seafarers. With growing scrutiny on international maritime compliance, the DGS Order … Read more