Official Notification Released for Coastal Shipping Act, 2025

Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai

Coastal Shipping Act Implementation 2025

Posted on: 3 months ago

Status Changed to: Announcement

The Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, has announced the Coastal Shipping Act, 2025, which consolidates and amends the law relating to the regulation of coastal shipping. This act aims to promote coasting trade, encourage domestic participation, and ensure India's national security and commercial needs are met with a coastal fleet owned and operated by Indian citizens.

1. Act Introduction:

The Coastal Shipping Act, 2025, has been introduced to regulate coastal shipping, promote coasting trade, and encourage domestic participation.

2. National Security:

The act ensures that India is equipped with a coastal fleet owned and operated by Indian citizens for national security and commercial needs.

3. Licensing Requirements:

The act mandates licensing for vessels engaging in coasting trade, with specific conditions and requirements outlined for obtaining a license.

4. Strategic Plan:

A National Coastal and Inland Shipping Strategic Plan will be published and updated every two years to guide the development of coastal shipping.