A seafarer spends months away from home, working through long voyages, unpredictable weather, and demanding conditions at sea. But when a serious illness suddenly enters the picture, it also brings financial uncertainty and interruption of a seafarer’s career. This is where welfare support can make a meaningful difference. The DGMA medical support scheme provides a … Read more
The minimum safe manning scale for international voyages sets the nautical crew every Indian ship must carry under DGMA Circular No. 54 of 2025, Annexure A. A vessel under 200 GT needs a master, one deck officer, and four ratings. A ship above 3000 GT needs up to 11 nautical crew, plus separate engine room … Read more
Understand MS Act 2025 covering mandatory audits, surveys & certifications for vessels, companies and ports, along with the rule making powers of central government.
An easy breakdown of India’s STCW certification statistics for 2025, covering officer licenses, safety training, maritime trends and its impact on you.
Mandatory training on harassment prevention for all seafarers, updated PSSR modules & certificate changes as per STWC, 2025. Learn more.
Understanding rules for seafarer certification, training standards, institution approval, examinations and crew compliance under MS act 2025.
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
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
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.
DGS mandates framework initiating medical tests for all Indian seafarers with an INDoS number as of 2025. Know the rules and requirements.
