DG Shipping marks 75 Glorious Years with ‘Ocean Sentinel’ Maritime Safety & Security Conference
MUMBAI : The Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping) will mark its 75th anniversary with a high-profile commemorative conference titled “Ocean Sentinel: Maritime Safety & Security in the 21st Century” today on 11th August
DG Shipping leads Dialogue on Safer, Sustainable Green Ship Recycling in India
MUMBAI : The Directorate General of Shipping convened a high-level meeting on August 5th to chart a forward-looking course for India’s ship recycling sector, with a sharp focus on sustainability, safety, and worker welfare.
DG Shipping tightens oversight on Foreign Certificates of Competency held by Indian Seafarers
MUMBAI : In a decisive move to safeguard the integrity and credibility of maritime training and certification in India, the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways,
India’s DG Shipping achieves full STCW compliance in independent 2024 evaluation
MUMBAI : The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), India, has successfully passed an independent evaluation in 2024, affirming its full compliance with the STCW Convention for Seafarer Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping, as mandated by
India advocates enhanced Container Ship Safety and showcases Gender inclusion at 134th IMO Council Session
LONDON : Indian Delegation led by Shri T.K. Ramachandaran, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Govt of India, is attending the 134th session of the Council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
Govt mandates One Towing Vessel at all Major and Non-major Ports in India handling over 10 MMT Cargo annually, to bolster maritime safety
NEW DELHI : The Indian government has proposed a rule requiring all Major or Non-major Ports that handle over 10 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo annually to station at least one emergency towing
DG Shipping celebrated International Day of the Seafarer–Women’s Empowerment in Maritime Ratings
MUMBAI : The Directorate General of Shipping commends T S Rahaman for successfully rolling out the 4th batch under the Women in Rating Programme—a landmark initiative launched two years ago in collaboration with leading
DG Shipping observes 15th edition of the Day of the Seafarer
Guard of Honour Ceremony15th Edition of Day of the Seafarer 2025Theme: “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”Campaign: “My Harassment-Free Ship” MUMBAI : The National Maritime Day of Seafarers Central Committee and the Directorate General