Mumbai, October 15, 2025 – The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India, in collaboration with the Indian Ports Association (IPA), will host a press conference at the NESCO Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, to share key updates on India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, scheduled from 27–31 October 2025 in Mumbai. The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, will be the Chief Guest at the event.
Minister to Outline India’s Maritime Vision
The press conference will be addressed by Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, who will:
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Present India’s strategic vision for the maritime sector
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Highlight objectives of IMW 2025
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Share India’s initiatives to strengthen global maritime partnerships, attract investment, and promote innovation across the sector
Senior officials from MoPSW, IPA, and other key stakeholders will also participate, setting the stage for India Maritime Week 2025 as a landmark event to advance India’s maritime economy.
Global Participation and Collaboration
IMW 2025 is expected to witness participation from over 100 countries, including ministerial delegations from Singapore, UAE, South Korea, Japan, and Denmark. Leading international organisations like the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and UNESCAP, top Indian states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, and major industry players such as Adani Ports and Logistics, Cochin Shipyard, and Paradip Port Authority will converge, making the event a vital platform for collaboration and innovation in the maritime sector.
Showcasing Innovation and Advancing India’s Maritime Leadership
As India’s flagship global maritime event, IMW 2025 will:
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Showcase the latest in maritime technology, port development, logistics, and sustainability
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Foster collaboration, innovation, and international partnerships
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Strengthen India’s role in global trade and the blue economy
Delegations from partner countries, major ports, international maritime bodies, and leading private sector companies will participate, supporting India’s national maritime goals under Maritime India Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Maritime Vision 2047.