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Maersk launches FI2 service to strengthen India–China trade connectivity

May 26, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Maersk has launched a new dedicated weekly ocean freight service, FI2, to improve trade connectivity between China and India.

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GRSE launches ‘Sanghamitra’, India’s first next-gen offshore patrol vessel

May 21, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) has launched ‘Sanghamitra’, the first of four next-generation offshore patrol vessels (NGOPVs) being built for the Indian Navy.

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SDHI-DNV alliance aims to strengthen India’s shipbuilding and maritime technology ecosystem

May 20, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) and global ship classification leader DNV have signed a strategic partnership to strengthen India’s shipbuilding and maritime technology ecosystem.

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MSC MICOL’s Vizhinjam call marks major maritime milestone

May 18, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Vizhinjam International Seaport achieved a significant milestone with the arrival of MSC MICOL, one of the world’s largest container vessels.

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State-of-the-art ship repair facility at Vadinar, Gujarat gets approved

May 6, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the development of a state-of-the-art ship repair facility at Vadinar, Gujarat, on May 5, 2026.

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GE Shipping expands fleet with ‘Jag Abhishek’ delivery

April 30, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited (GE Shipping) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of Jag Abhishek

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62 vessels to be added in FY 2026-27 with Rs 513.83 billion investment

April 30, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The government of India plans to add 62 vessels in FY 2026-27, backed by an investment of Rs 513.83 billion, creating an additional 2.85 million gross tonnage (GT) capacity.

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Technip Energies ships first module from new Dahej jetty

April 29, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Technip Energies has commissioned its first captive jetty at Dahej, Gujarat, marking a key milestone in India’s industrial logistics capabilities.

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CMA CGM deepens India push with fifth vessel reflagging

April 23, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Global shipping major CMA CGM Group has reflagged its fifth container vessel under the Indian registry, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the country.

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Hyundai to set up $4 Billion shipyard in Tamil Nadu

April 23, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has moved closer to building a $4 billion greenfield shipyard in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, after signing a memorandum of understanding in New Delhi, on April 20, 2026.

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India, Singapore advance digital corridor and green shipping plan

April 21, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

India and Singapore are developing a roadmap to build infrastructure for a digital trade corridor and green shipping collaboration, aligning with global efforts to decarbonise the maritime sector.

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Kongsberg Maritime to supply 18 advanced Kamewa waterjet propulsion systems for Indian Navy

April 13, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

A Norwegian company, Kongsberg Maritime, has secured a major contract to supply 18 advanced Kamewa waterjet propulsion systems for the Indian Navy’s Next Generation Missile Vessel (NGMV) programme.

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SDHI secures order for India’s first ammonia dual-fuel bulk carriers

April 7, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Swan Defence and Heavy Industries (SDHI) has secured a landmark order worth over Rs 26 billion to build India’s first ammonia dual-fuel bulk carriers.

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MSC Ilaria sets new cargo record at DP World Cochin

April 6, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

DP World Cochin marked a major milestone with the arrival of MSC Ilaria, one of the largest container vessels to dock at the port.

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PSA Mumbai commences new JJS Feeder Service

March 27, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

PSA Mumbai at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority has commenced Global Feeder Shipping’s JJS service with the maiden call of a vessel, strengthening regional connectivity.

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SCI partners with Mazagon Dock to construct methanol dual-fuel platform supply vessel

March 19, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has signed a shipbuilding contract with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited on March 18, 2026, to construct a 3,000 deadweight tonnage (DWT) methanol dual-fuel platform supply vessel.

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Lila Global acquires a very large crude carrier

March 16, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Lila Global has completed a landmark acquisition of a very large crude carrier (VLCC), named Lila Jamnagar, marking the first such vessel to be structured and registered through Gujarat’s GIFT City International Financial Services Centre (IFSC).

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GRSE, Kalyani Strategic Systems partner to develop indigenous naval technologies

March 6, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited

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APMB, Visakhapatnam Port create SPV to develop mega shipbuilding cluster at Dugarajapatnam

March 5, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board (APMB) and Visakhapatnam Port Authority have signed an agreement to establish a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to develop a national mega shipbuilding cluster at Dugarajapatnam in Tirupati district.

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Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap reaches Kochi to boost maritime pollution response

February 27, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap, the first of two advanced pollution control vessels built by Goa Shipyard Limited, arrived in Kochi on February 26, 2026.

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Category: Shipping

Maersk launches FI2 service to strengthen India–China trade connectivity

GRSE launches ‘Sanghamitra’, India’s first next-gen offshore patrol vessel

SDHI-DNV alliance aims to strengthen India’s shipbuilding and maritime technology ecosystem

MSC MICOL’s Vizhinjam call marks major maritime milestone

State-of-the-art ship repair facility at Vadinar, Gujarat gets approved

GE Shipping expands fleet with ‘Jag Abhishek’ delivery

62 vessels to be added in FY 2026-27 with Rs 513.83 billion investment

Technip Energies ships first module from new Dahej jetty

CMA CGM deepens India push with fifth vessel reflagging

Hyundai to set up $4 Billion shipyard in Tamil Nadu

India, Singapore advance digital corridor and green shipping plan

Kongsberg Maritime to supply 18 advanced Kamewa waterjet propulsion systems for Indian Navy

SDHI secures order for India’s first ammonia dual-fuel bulk carriers

MSC Ilaria sets new cargo record at DP World Cochin

PSA Mumbai commences new JJS Feeder Service

SCI partners with Mazagon Dock to construct methanol dual-fuel platform supply vessel

Lila Global acquires a very large crude carrier

GRSE, Kalyani Strategic Systems partner to develop indigenous naval technologies

APMB, Visakhapatnam Port create SPV to develop mega shipbuilding cluster at Dugarajapatnam

Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap reaches Kochi to boost maritime pollution response

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