TK Ramachandran, Secretary, MoPSW in association with Additional Secretary and Joint Secretary of Sagarmala, and representatives from key maritime associations such as SAI, FFFAI, INSA, IPPTA, CSLA, CFSAI, and IPA, discussed and finalized the constitution, procedures, documentation, and necessary infrastructure for the maritime centre. It will act as a think tank for policy formulation and recommendations.
Its primary goals include strengthening the country’s participation in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and global maritime forums, creating a robust domestic maritime sector through a unified and synchronized approach, conducting flagship events to build a strong global brand for the Indian maritime cluster, providing expert analysis and recommendations for sustainable growth, establishing platforms for industry stakeholders to collaborate and network, and creating a pool of funds to support the industry, including startups.