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India Sets Sail for Future: Maritime Conclave 2026 Focuses on Upgrading Seafarer Ecosystem
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🗓 26 Sep 2026, 09:47 AM
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India hosted the Maritime Conclave 2026, emphasizing the need to transform its seafarer ecosystem from 'lame' to 'legendary' to remain competitive globally.
The Maritime Conclave 2026 was convened in Mumbai, drawing delegates from major shipping firms, training institutes, and government bodies.
The central theme, 'from lame to legendary', underscored critical gaps in crew training, certification standards, and welfare provisions.
Industry experts urged increased investment in digital learning platforms, enhanced health and safety facilities, and a robust regulatory framework.
The event closed with a commitment to launch a national initiative aimed at upgrading seafarer skills and standards by 2030.
The central theme, 'from lame to legendary', underscored critical gaps in crew training, certification standards, and welfare provisions.
Industry experts urged increased investment in digital learning platforms, enhanced health and safety facilities, and a robust regulatory framework.
The event closed with a commitment to launch a national initiative aimed at upgrading seafarer skills and standards by 2030.