Associated Domain Experts and Partnerships
India is actively engaging with various Non-Governmental Maritime Organizations (NGOs) to strengthen its maritime safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection efforts. These collaborations play a crucial role in aligning India with global best practices and advancing its maritime interests on the international stage.
MoU with IGP&I – India is working towards a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) to enhance cooperation in maritime liability, risk management, and claims settlement. This partnership aims to bolster the country's capacity to handle maritime risks and liabilities more effectively. Partnership with INTERTANKO– India is engaged with INTERTANKO to improve tanker safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability within the maritime sector.
Partnership with INTERTANKO– India is engaged with INTERTANKO to improve tanker safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability within the maritime sector.
This partnership focuses on fostering practices that enhance the safe operation of tankers while promoting environmentally responsible operations.
This partnership focuses on fostering practices that enhance the safe operation of tankers while promoting environmentally responsible operations.
Collaboration with ICS & IMCA – India's collaboration with the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is focused on ensuring alignment with global maritime policies. Additionally, the engagement with International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) supports efforts to promote offshore safety and operational excellence, ensuring that India's offshore operations meet international standards.
Role in IOPC Funds – As the highest contributor to the International Oil Pollution Compensation (IOPC) Funds, India plays a vital role in representing the Joint Audit Body. This ensures the efficient operation of the oil pollution compensation mechanism, providing financial resources for the cleanup and compensation in the event of an oil spill.
Engagement with OCIMF – India's strengthened cooperation with the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) focuses on enhancing safety, spill prevention, and environmental protection. This partnership is key in ensuring that the country adheres to the highest standards of maritime safety and environmental stewardship.
