Shyam Jagannathan, Director General of Shipping, Directorate General of Shipping, and Additional Secretary to Government of India, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India

Speaker in this video:
Shyam Jagannathan, Director General of Shipping, Directorate General of Shipping, and Additional Secretary to Government of India, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India

Topic: Digital Transformation of India’s Maritime Sector: Navigating the Future

Key Highlights:
[1] Over 1,00,000 Indian seafarers are working on global ships, and authorities are on high alert to ensure their safety and crisis response.

[2) Strong focus on secure and resilient maritime technology, including cyber security systems, DPDP compliance, disaster recovery, and protected digital infrastructure.

[3] Around 95% of India’s trade by volume moves through sea routes, with major ports like Jawaharlal Nehru Port and Mundra Port ranking among leading global ports.

[4] Shipping governance is fully digitized under the Merchant Shipping Act 2025, with online licenses, permissions, and a maritime single-window system.

[5] Maritime training and certification are aligned with International Maritime Organization standards, using AI-based exams, simulators, and digital monitoring systems.