{"id":564,"date":"2025-11-08T11:57:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T11:57:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/?p=564"},"modified":"2026-08-19T12:30:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T12:30:55","slug":"whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s new rule as per MS act 2025 for maritime administration?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1145\" height=\"654\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_4k98ps4k98ps4k98-edited.png\" alt=\"Image of a seafarer in a hard hat and uniform, standing proudly on the deck of a commercial ship at sea, MS act 2025.\" class=\"wp-image-568 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1145px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1145\/654;width:639px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_4k98ps4k98ps4k98-edited.png 1145w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_4k98ps4k98ps4k98-edited-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_4k98ps4k98ps4k98-edited-1024x585.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_4k98ps4k98ps4k98-edited-768x439.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1145px) 100vw, 1145px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s maritime industry runs on a complex network of structures and departments that keep ships, seafarers, and ports functioning smoothly. The new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/understanding-the-preliminary-of-merchant-shipping-act-2025\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"493\">MS Act 2025<\/a> lays down a new set of rules and systems for how the maritime administration functions. Sections 7 to 13 explore the said systems and defines who manages what, from the<a href=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Directorate General of Maritime Administration<\/a> to surveyors, shipping masters, and the port security body. The sections ensure each and every ship is worthy and safe for the journey at sea. Before understanding the structure laid out for the maritime administration it&#8217;s important to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/understanding-the-preliminary-of-merchant-shipping-act-2025\/\"> understand the Preliminary of this act<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#understanding-the-role-of-director-general-of-maritime-administration-section-7-of-ms-act-2025\">Understanding the role of Directorate General of Maritime Administration\/\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#officers-under-the-supervision-of-director-general-section-8\">Role of officers under the supervision of DGMA (Section 8)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#appointment-of-surveyors-section-9-and-10\">Appointment of Surveyors under MS act 2025.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#mercantile-marine-department-shipping-offices-and-seafarer-welfare-section-11-12\">Mercantile Marine Department &amp; Shipping Offices and seafarer welfare.<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#mmd\">MMD:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#shipping-offices\">Shipping offices:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#body-for-security-of-vessels-and-port-facilities-section-13\">\u00a0Body for Security of Vessels and Port Facilities<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#fa-qs\">FAQs<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1762324106231\">1. What is the main focus for maritime administration under the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1762324229233\">2. Who is the Directorate General of Maritime Administration and what is their role?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1762324247603\">3. What is the purpose of the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD)?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1762324266465\">4. What are Shipping Offices and why are they important?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1762324284933\">5. What is an ISPS Code?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1762324309494\">6. How do these new rules improve maritime safety and efficiency in India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#Understanding_the_role_of_Directorate_General_of_Maritime_Administration\" >Understanding the role of Directorate General of Maritime Administration.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#Officers_under_the_supervision_of_DGMA\" >Officers under the supervision of DGMA.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#Appointment_of_Surveyors_under_MS_act_2025\" >Appointment of Surveyors under MS act 2025.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#Mercantile_Marine_Department_Shipping_Offices_and_seafarer_welfare\" >Mercantile Marine Department &amp; Shipping Offices and seafarer welfare.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#MMD\" >MMD:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#Shipping_offices\" >Shipping offices:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#_Body_for_Security_of_Vessels_and_Port_Facilities\" >&nbsp;Body for Security of Vessels and Port Facilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#1_What_is_the_main_focus_for_maritime_administration_under_the_Merchant_Shipping_Act_2025\" >1. What is the main focus for maritime administration under the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#2_Who_is_the_Directorate_General_of_Maritime_Administration_and_what_is_their_role\" >2. Who is the Directorate General of Maritime Administration and what is their role?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#3_What_is_the_purpose_of_the_Mercantile_Marine_Department_MMD\" >3. What is the purpose of the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#4_What_are_Shipping_Offices_and_why_are_they_important\" >4. What are Shipping Offices and why are they important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#5_What_is_an_ISPS_Code\" >5. What is an ISPS Code?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-maritime-administration\/#6_How_do_these_new_rules_improve_maritime_safety_and_efficiency_in_India\" >6. How do these new rules improve maritime safety and efficiency in India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"understanding-the-role-of-director-general-of-maritime-administration-section-7-of-ms-act-2025\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_role_of_Directorate_General_of_Maritime_Administration\"><\/span>Understanding the role of Directorate General of Maritime Administration.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2ygcam2ygcam2ygc.png\" alt=\"Visual representation of a Director-General role, showing a figure in formal attire standing on a ship's bridge, overseeing the implementation of MS act 2025.  \" class=\"wp-image-610 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;width:321px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2ygcam2ygcam2ygc.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2ygcam2ygcam2ygc-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2ygcam2ygcam2ygc-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2ygcam2ygcam2ygc-768x768.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This section is all about the powers and roles of <a href=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA)<\/a>. In this part we will dive deep into how they come into power, when they get to use their authority and what the functions of a said appointee would be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A DGMA generally would be appointed by the government through a notification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He\/she once in office will have the opportunity to exercise certain roles and powers over the industry if approved by the central government along with the other officers specified in order. This is done in the hopes of delegating the work load for the central government.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The DGMA is allowed to further delegate his powers to his subordinates, but only after acquiring the permission for it.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;The DGMA will have the control of supervision and much more over the specified officers listed in the next section of this blog.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"officers-under-the-supervision-of-director-general-section-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Officers_under_the_supervision_of_DGMA\"><\/span>Officers under the supervision of DGMA.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There shall be the following officers to be appointed by the government who shall discharge the duties and functions under this Act, namely: \u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<em>a<\/em>) Additional Director-General;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<em>b<\/em>) Deputy Director-General;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<em>c<\/em>) Assistant Director-General;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<em>d<\/em>) Surveyors, which shall include the following, namely: <br><br>(<em>i<\/em>) nautical advisor<br>(<em>ii<\/em>) chief surveyor<br>(<em>iii<\/em>) chief ship surveyor<br>(<em>iv<\/em>) principal officer<br>(<em>v<\/em>) deputy nautical advisor<br>(<em>vi<\/em>) deputy chief surveyor<br>(<em>vii<\/em>) deputy chief ship surveyor<br>(<em>viii<\/em>) nautical surveyor<br>(<em>ix<\/em>) engineer and ship surveyor<br>(<em>x<\/em>) ship surveyor<br>(<em>xi<\/em>) junior ship surveyor<br>(<em>e<\/em>) shipping master which shall include deputy or assistant shipping master.<br>(<em>f<\/em>) director which shall include deputy director or assistant director.<br>(<em>g<\/em>) senior radio surveyor.<br>(<em>h<\/em>) radio inspector.<br>(I) seafarer\u2019s welfare officer.<br>(<em>j<\/em>) any other officer as may be notified by the Central Government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These listed officers will be working under the DGMA appointed by the central government and also will decide and officially announce the salary, benefits, and service conditions of all maritime officers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along with this, the Merchant shipping act 2025 has also worked on establishing rules for the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/whats-new-rule-as-per-ms-act-2025-for-establishment-of-national-shipping-board-and-seafarer-welfare-board\/\"> national shipping board and seafarer welfare board<\/a> through sections 4,5 &amp; 6.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"appointment-of-surveyors-section-9-and-10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appointment_of_Surveyors_under_MS_act_2025\"><\/span>Appointment of Surveyors under MS act 2025.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The central government may, by notification appoint as many people as it may think fit to be surveyors for the purpose of this act:&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The government can also authorize private experts or organizations to act as surveyors under official rules.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can appoint radio experts to check all ship communication and radio equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The powers and functions of the senior radio surveyors and radio inspectors shall be prescribed in detailed rules.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"mercantile-marine-department-shipping-offices-and-seafarer-welfare-section-11-12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mercantile_Marine_Department_Shipping_Offices_and_seafarer_welfare\"><\/span>Mercantile Marine Department &amp; Shipping Offices and seafarer welfare.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"mmd\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MMD\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MMD<\/a>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This section of the act is all about the <a href=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mercantile Marine Departments<\/a> and the power of the central government over the establishment and operations of these said departments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meaning the central government has the power to set up and run these <a href=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MMD\u2019s<\/a> at India\u2019s main ports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mumbai<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kolkata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chennai<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kochi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kandla.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can also open up these departments in any other ports if necessary and this administrative move will ensure that the Merchant Shipping Act and its structures are being properly implemented successfully across the country. Along with this, the government will appoint a principal officer for each of these offices and he will be on top of the management hierarchy in these administrations. They can also do the same with smaller ports by issuing official notifications and also assign any suitable officer to be in charge of that office.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_dqw557dqw557dqw5-1.png\" alt=\"Image blending an official building fa\u00e7ade (Mercantile Marine Department) with a silhouette of a seafarer and a medical cross, representing regulatory oversight and welfare support.\" class=\"wp-image-609 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;width:492px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_dqw557dqw557dqw5-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_dqw557dqw557dqw5-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_dqw557dqw557dqw5-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_dqw557dqw557dqw5-1-768x768.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"shipping-offices\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shipping_offices\"><\/span>Shipping offices:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The central government can set up shipping offices at the key ports of India and any other ports if necessary, these offices are responsible for handling crew related matters, ship registrations, agreements, and seafarer welfare. The International Labour Organization (ILO) had done something similar for the welfare of the seafarers by adapting significant amendments under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/learn\/maritime-labour-convention-2006-amendments-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maritime labor Convention, 2006-amendments<\/a>, during its 110th session in 2022.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>The government appointed staff for these offices will be as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Shipping Master (the main officer in charge)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deputy\/Assistant Shipping Masters to assist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Director (and assistants\/deputies)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seafarer\u2019s Welfare Officers to handle welfare, repatriation, and grievances of seafarers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Section 12 empowers the establishment of shipping officers across Indian ports and even abroad, to manage seafarer welfare, documentation, and shipping administration, ensuring no port or seafarer is left unsupported. And to ensure the enrichment of the shipping industry, new maritime businesses are essential, if you are someone looking to start a maritime business, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/learn\/maritime-consultancy-rpsl-startup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get your maritime technical consultancy for RPSL and startups<\/a> today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"body-for-security-of-vessels-and-port-facilities-section-13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Body_for_Security_of_Vessels_and_Port_Facilities\"><\/span>&nbsp;Body for Security of Vessels and Port Facilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This section is all about the Central Government creating a specialized body responsible for maintaining maritime and port security in line with international standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In clause 1 of this section, it states that the government can create a dedicated security body through an official notification and the body will be responsible for protecting ships, ports, and related maritime infrastructure. The initial notification should specify the name of the body and the designated officer for it along with his roles &#8211; where he will be responsible for running and managing the body and will have the authority over decision making and administrative power.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The body\u2019s main function is to regulate and monitor maritime security, this includes creating and enforcing rules about port and ship safety, etc. All its rules, structures and standards must be consistent with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, a global standard adopted under the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention. However, the act clearly lays out the main 4 duties this body should perform, the duties are to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(a) provide regulatory framework for security of vessels and port facilities;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(b) ensure timely collection and exchange of security related information with regard to vessels and port facilities;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(c) coordinate with other agencies;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(d) any other functions as may be prescribed.<br><br>In conclusion this new act is set out to improve the shipping industry and seafarer safety, to add to this DGMA alos set out a curricular for taking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/dgs-circular-2025-strict-action-against-forged-cdc-entries\/\">Strict Action Against Forged CDC Entries in Indian Maritime Sector<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"fa-qs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762324106231\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_main_focus_for_maritime_administration_under_the_Merchant_Shipping_Act_2025\"><\/span><strong><strong>1. What is the main focus for maritime administration under the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>\u00a0Sections 7 to 13 describe the structure of India\u2019s maritime administration and the key roles under it. These sections define how officers are appointed, what their powers are, and how different departments manage shipping, safety, and security.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762324229233\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_is_the_Directorate_General_of_Maritime_Administration_and_what_is_their_role\"><\/span><strong>2. Who is the Directorate General of Maritime Administration and what is their role?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>\u00a0The Directorate General of Maritime Administrationl is appointed by the Central Government to oversee all maritime administrative functions. This person supervises officers, delegates powers, and ensures that the Act is implemented efficiently.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762324247603\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_purpose_of_the_Mercantile_Marine_Department_MMD\"><\/span><strong>3. What is the purpose of the Mercantile Marine Department (<a href=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dgma.gov.in\/mmd-mumbai-about-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MMD<\/a>)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Mercantile Marine Department is established at major ports like Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Kochi, and Kandla. Essentially, it enforces the technical and safety standards of ships operating under the Indian flag.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762324266465\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_are_Shipping_Offices_and_why_are_they_important\"><\/span><strong>4. What are Shipping Offices and why are they important?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Shipping Offices are created at ports to manage the employment and welfare of seafarers. They appoint officers such as Shipping Masters, Directors, and Welfare Officers to handle crew documentation, contracts, and disputes. These offices ensure seafarers are protected and their rights are maintained.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762324284933\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_an_ISPS_Code\"><\/span><strong>5. What is an ISPS Code?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The ISPS Code, or International Ship and Port Facility Security Code, is a global framework developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to enhance ship and port security. It was introduced after the 9\/11 attacks to prevent terrorism, piracy, and other threats. The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 ensures that India\u2019s maritime security follows the ISPS Code standards.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762324309494\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_do_these_new_rules_improve_maritime_safety_and_efficiency_in_India\"><\/span><strong>6. How do these new rules improve maritime safety and efficiency in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>These rules create a clear administrative system that covers everything from officer appointments to port security. They promote coordination among maritime departments, strengthen ship inspections and seafarer welfare, and align India with international maritime regulations. Overall, they help build a safer and more efficient shipping industry.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MS act 2025 for maritime administration &#8211; Understand the roles of maritime officers, ship safety, welfare, and port security in India\u2019s shipping system.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":565,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[4],"class_list":["post-564","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-marine","tag-shipping"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=564"}],"version-history":[{"count":19,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2718,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564\/revisions\/2718"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/565"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=564"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=564"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=564"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}