India is expanding its inland ship repair and maintenance network to boost inland water transport and reduce reliance on coastal or foreign services. Under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, the government aims to make inland waterways key to economic growth. New Ship Repair Facilities at Patna, Varanasi, and under construction at Pandu will cut costs, create jobs, and support MSMEs. Managed by IWAI, these eco-friendly SRFs feature modern dry docks and workshops, strengthening India’s self-reliant, sustainable, and globally competitive maritime ecosystem.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has urged the Centre to establish a permanent maritime development centre in Mumbai to strengthen India’s maritime sector. Reviewing preparations for India Maritime Week 2025, scheduled from October 27–31 at NESCO, Goregaon, he said the initiative would boost Maharashtra’s global profile and attract major investments. The event, inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and attended by PM Modi, will host over 100 countries and 500 exhibitors, showcasing Mumbai’s growing role in India’s maritime and economic development.

India is seeking shipbuilding cooperation with South Korea to boost its maritime capabilities. While South Korea leads in shipbuilding technology but lacks labor, India offers abundant manpower but needs advanced skills and infrastructure. Shri T.K. Ramachandran stressed that this partnership could benefit both nations. India aims to become a top-five shipbuilding power by 2047 by expanding its fleet and increasing “Made in India” ships. Cooperation with countries like South Korea is seen as crucial for technology transfer, investment, and enhancing national security amid global shipping volatility.

On behalf of the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners , Capt. Tajudeen Alao salutes the maritime industry on the 2025 World Maritime Day, commending Hon. Minister Adegboyega Oyetola for laying the foundation of the Marine and Blue Economy Ministry. Reflecting on the theme, “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity,” he emphasizes the ocean as both workplace and heritage. NAMM pledges continued support for safe navigation, sustainability, and seafarer development. The association reaffirms its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s maritime potential and ensuring a prosperous, ocean-conscious future for the nation.

India plans to establish a major shipbuilding hub in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, capable of constructing both naval warships and cargo vessels, including Very Large Crude Carriers, according to Ports and Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. Speaking at Indian Maritime University’s 10th Convocation, he highlighted the project's strategic value. Defence firms Cochin Shipyard Limited and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited will invest ₹30,000 crore ($3.4 billion) in the initiative. A Detailed Project Report is underway to finalize technical, financial, and environmental aspects of the project.