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
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
Learn the complete rules for registering, transferring, eligibility criteria, and legal compliance requirements for Indian vessels under the MS act 2025.
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.
The realisation of the Indian Bills of Lading Act of 1856 is a significant moment in India’s maritime and commerce legislative history. The introduction of the new Bills of Lading Act 2025 is a critical update to India’s maritime and trade law in response to present-day commerce. The 1856 Act has governed the rights relating … Read more