Partnership will help India achieve carbon-neutral maritime industry
As part of the Joint Action Plan on Green Strategic Partnership (2021-2026), India and Denmark are set to continue their collaboration on port modernization, maritime digitalization, green fuel development, and advanced seafarer training dma.dk .
With Denmark’s leadership in green maritime technologies and India’s growing maritime infrastructure, this partnership is poised to drive global innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said on 18 Sept.
Commenting on the growing partnership, Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said, “India and Denmark’s collaboration in the maritime sector is a testament to shared commitment towards sustainable development and innovation greendkinsea .
“Together, we will not only enhance port infrastructure and shipping capabilities but also setting a global benchmark in green maritime practices moef . This partnership will play a pivotal role in India’s journey towards achieving a carbon-neutral maritime industry.”
Under the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, the collaboration has expanded across key areas such as Quality shipping, Cooperation on Port State Control, Maritime training and education, research and development, Piracy, Green maritime technology, shipbuilding and green shipping iea .
Denmark, a global leader in sustainable maritime technologies, has been sharing its expertise in green and digital solutions, aligning with India’s goals under the Sagarmala initiative and the Maritime India Vision 2030 sbi .
Scope of the MoU signed in 2019 and revised in 2022, has been widened by adding a dedicated clause for the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in India bse .
This underscores the commitment to deepening expertise in green maritime technologies and fostering knowledge exchange between the two nations. Additionally, Denmark’s expertise in port digitalization, automation, and cybersecurity has been instrumental in helping India achieve its vision of becoming a global leader in smart ports nse . Fiinews.com
