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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nUnder the LOI, both sides will collaborate on maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation projects, including identifying relevant stakeholders who could contribute to the effort, and work towards formalising the partnership through a memorandum of understanding on a Singapore-India Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC).\u00a0\u00a0India is a leading player in information technology with the potential to become a major producer and exporter of green marine fuels. Singapore, as a key transshipment and bunkering hub, also supports a dynamic research and innovation ecosystem. The Singapore-India GDSC, when established, will enhance collaboration from both countries and help accelerate the development and uptake of zero or near-zero GHG emission technologies and the adoption of digital solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking on the occasion, the\u00a0Union Minister, Sarbananda Sonowal\u00a0said,\u00a0\u201cThe signing of this landmark LOI marks the bilateral collaboration as a significant step towards modernising maritime operations and advancing green shipping efforts. The Singapore-India Green and Digital Shipping Corridor will drive innovation, accelerate the adoption of low-emission technologies, and strengthen digital integration in the sector, allowing us to move India towards realising the vision of PM Narendra Modiji\u2019s \u2018Viksit Bharat\u2019. With India\u2019s strength in Information Technology and green fuel production, along with Singapore\u2019s role as a global maritime hub, this partnership will set new benchmarks in sustainability and efficiency in the maritime sector. We look forward to work closely to build a resilient, future-ready maritime ecosystem that benefits both nations and the global maritime industry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The\u00a0Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal\u00a0also held a Bilateral Meeting with the\u00a0Vice Minister of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, the Netherlands, Brigit Gijsbers\u00a0on the sidelines of Singapore Maritime Week. Both the leaders discussed further deepening the existing MoU on Maritime Cooperation with renewed focus on applying the rich expertise of the Netherlands in developing the Inland Waterways in dredging, inland vessel technology and water management. The leaders also discussed about possible collaboration with Dutch Maritime Institutes and training centres to upskill India\u2019s inland waterways workforce in areas such as dredging operations, vessel maintenance, digital waterway management, and sustainable navigation practices. The possibility of developing a Green Shipping Corridor between the Port of Rotterdam and India\u2019s major ports, such as Deendayal Port (Kandla) and VoC Port (Tuticorin) were also discussed during the meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking on the meeting,\u00a0Sarbananda Sonowal\u00a0said, \u201cIndia and the Netherlands have been working closely on deepening the maritime expertise. It was a pleasure to meet Her Excellency Madam Brigit Gijsbers here today. We discussed various aspects of our mutual relationship on maritime cooperation and on various aspects of our existing MoU which spans from Green Shipping, Green Ports, Education and Training, Digitalisation, Ship Recycling, Coastal shipping, Inland Waterways to Multimodal connectivity. This framework can be mutually beneficial for both the countries. We have conveyed our intent to collaborate extensively in seafarer employment and training. I believe the Dutch companies like Damen Shipyard and Van Oord and others for potential\u00a0\u00a0investment and technology for maritime sector in India.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seeking the Global Dutch Expertise for revamping India\u2019s waterways rivers like Barak and Brahmaputra,\u00a0Sarbananda Sonowal\u00a0said,\u00a0\u201cWith their rich experience and global expertise in dredging, river engineering, we can enable our diverse and rich riverine system with effective dredging techniques, modern inland vessel technology & water management. The Netherlands’ expertise in shallow-draft push barges, modular inland vessels, & LNG-powered river transport presents a valuable opportunity for India. We are keen to adapt these technologies to enhance cargo movement in low-draft rivers like the Brahmaputra & Barak, making inland waterways more efficient, sustainable, & economically viable. We see great potential for Dutch collaboration in India\u2019s major projects like the Jal Marg Vikas Project (JMVP) and Brahmaputra River dredging. This will help us realise the vision of PM Narendra Modi ji to empower the Northeast as the New Engine of Growth for an Atmanirbhar Bharat charting its course on becoming a Viksit country.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n During the day, the Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal also visited Singapore Cruise Centre to understand the infrastructure and facilities that has helped Singapore to become a thriving cruise tourism destination. India aims to replicate such terminals in key locations like Goa, Mumbai and Chennai to provide a fillip to the cruise tourism. Sonowal also met with key officials of Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA) as well as top industry captains from maritime sector of the Netherlands. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" SINGAPORE,Mar 25: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal attended the signing ceremony of Letter of Intent (LOI) between India and Singapore on maritime digitalisation (Digital Corridor Collaboration) and Decarbonisation (Green Shipping) here today. 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The\u00a0Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal\u00a0also inaugurated the\u00a0\u2018India Pavilion\u2019\u00a0along with\u00a0Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of Singapore. Sonowal also inaugurated the IRClass Pavilion at the ongoing Singapore Maritime Week (SMW).
Speaking at the India Business Roundtable, the\u00a0Union Minister, Sarbananda Sonowal\u00a0said,\u00a0\u201cIndia is rapidly emerging as a global maritime hub, driven by sustainability, digital innovation, and strategic partnerships. Under the visionary leadership of PM Narendra Modi ji, we are transforming ports into clean energy-driven investment hubs, fostering shipbuilding excellence, and decarbonising shipping. With bold reforms, resilient supply chains, and global collaborations like the India-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor, we invite the world to partner with us in shaping a sustainable and future-ready maritime economy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n