India Commits $20 Billion to Maritime Infrastructure and Green Hydrogen Hubs
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Nor-Shipping Conference 2025, Oslo, Norway |
| Announcement by | Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal |
| Key Announcement | India's $20 billion investment in maritime infrastructure |
| Focus Areas | Port connectivity, multimodal logistics, trade facilitation, sustainability |
| Green Hydrogen Hub Ports | Kandla, Tuticorin, Paradip |
| Global Maritime Corridors | INSTC, EMC, IMEEC |
| Objectives | Enhance port connectivity, develop logistics, promote sustainability, strengthen global trade, expand seafarer employment |
| Investment Details | Modernization of ports, logistics hubs, inland waterways, green hydrogen production |
| Shipbuilding & Investment | Highlighted shipbuilding capabilities, innovative financing, investment-friendly policies |
| Seafarer Collaboration | Emphasis on international partnerships for Indian seafarers |
| Background Info | 12 major ports, 200+ non-major ports, Maritime India Vision 2030, National Green Hydrogen Mission |
| Sustainability Goal | Net-zero emissions in the maritime sector |