Shipping Law

Chartered Vessels and Licensing Under the Coastal Shipping Act

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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

How the Coastal Act 2025 Powers India’s Shipping Vision

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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

Coastal Shipping Act 2025: What Seafarers and Non-Seafarers Must Know About the New Maritime Rules

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India’s vast coastline stretches over 11,098.81 kilometers, making coastal shipping a vital component of the nation’s maritime landscape. The Coastal Shipping Act, 2025 marks a significant step in modernizing and regulating this sector. This blog unpacks Chapter 1 of the Act, focusing on the key definitions and scope, to help you understand what this means … Read more

Importance of 2025 DGS Code of Conduct for Indian Seafarers

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The introduction of the Seafarers’ Code of Conduct – Compliance & Enforcement Manual by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) 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 safety, … Read more