SEMINAR ON INDIA'S ROLE IN MSC ENSURING SAFER & AMP; SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING

On 13th September 2024, a significant seminar titled "India's Role in MSC: Ensuring Safer & Sustainable Shipping" was held at the IRS Auditorium in Powai, Mumbai.

The event was organised by the Directorate General of Shipping in partnership with the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), The Company of Master Mariners of India (CMMI), The Institution of Naval Architects (India) (INA), and The Institute of Marine Engineers (India) IME(I). Several industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders gathered and marked a significant moment in advancing maritime safety and sustainability.

The seminar was graced by the virtual presence of Shri. Shyam Jagannathan, IAS, Director General of Shipping, who served as the Chief Guest. Despite joining online, his involvement was crucial, highlighting the importance of this event in shaping India's maritime future. The ceremony also welcomed a distinguished array of dignitaries including Shri. Ajithkumar Sukumaran, Chief Surveyor, DG Shipping; Shri. Pradeep Sudhakar, Chief Ship Surveyor (I/C), DG Shipping: Shri. K. M. Rao, Principal Officer, MMD, Chennai; Shri. P.K. Mishra, Managing Director of the Indian Register of Shipping: Shri. Rajeev Nayyer, President of the Institute of Marine Engineers (India); Capt. M.P. Bhasin, Chairman of The Company of Master Mariners of India; and Shri. J. Dasgupta, President of the Institution of Naval Architects.

The seminar began with an opening address by Shri David Birwadkar, Chairman of the IME(I) Mumbai Branch. His brief introduction set the stage for the event, followed by a traditional lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries, symbolising the illumination of knowledge and the collaborative spirit of the seminar.