Surveys & certification rules, MS Act 2025
Understand MS Act 2025 covering mandatory audits, surveys & certifications for vessels, companies and ports, along with the rule making powers of central government.
DGS Order 2025
STWC, certification statistics & trends – 2025
An easy breakdown of India’s STCW certification statistics for 2025, covering officer licenses, safety training, maritime trends and its impact on you.
STWC, 2025 – Mandatory harassment prevention training.
Mandatory training on harassment prevention for all seafarers, updated PSSR modules & certificate changes as per STWC, 2025. Learn more.
What’s new rules for maritime training as per MS Act 2025?
Understanding rules for seafarer certification, training standards, institution approval, examinations and crew compliance under MS act 2025.
Importance of 2025 DGMA Code of Conduct for Indian Seafarers
The introduction of the Seafarers’ Code of Conduct – Compliance & Enforcement Manual by the Director General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) which will come into force on January 1, 2026, is a major milestone for the country’s maritime industry. This comprehensive guide isn’t just a rulebook but also a commitment to raising the bar for … Read more
Understanding the preliminary of Merchant Shipping Act, 2025
The merchant shipping act 2025 sets a the foundation for new set of rules and regulations for the shipping industry, before you dive deep into the act, understand the preliminary with us
Criteria for Empanelment and Retention of Salvors – By DGMA, 2026
The Indian maritime industry is booming meaning, more accidents. To tackle this, the DGS has issued a draft of guidelines and criteria for the empanelment and retention of salvage firms.
Mandatory Minimum Medical test for Indian Seafarers as per DGMA shipping
DGS mandates framework initiating medical tests for all Indian seafarers with an INDoS number as of 2025. Know the rules and requirements.
DGMA Order No. 08 of 2025: Crackdown on Foreign Maritime Training in India
Introduction India’s maritime regulatory authority, the Director General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), 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 … Read more
DGMA Order 2025: Strengthening India’s Maritime Compliance Framework
The Director General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) 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 DGMA … Read more