DGS inks MoU to modernise the maritime administration through cutting-edge technology
In a landmark move to advance technological innovation and excellence in India’s maritime sector, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), a Scientific Society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), signed an umbrella Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week.
The MoU was inked by Mr Shyam Jagannathan, Director General of Shipping, and Mr E. Magesh, DG C-DAC, at an event held at MeitY, in the presence of other key dignitaries from the Ministry, DG Shipping and C-DAC.
The event marked the beginning of a strategic partnership to modernise the maritime administration through cutting-edge technology and symbolising the commitment of both organisations to collaborate on initiatives aimed at transforming the maritime industry.
This partnership aligns with DGS’s vision of being a globally recognised and progressive maritime administration. By integrating C-DAC’s expertise in high-performance computing, cybersecurity, blockchain and e-governance, the collaboration aims for:
* Digitalisation and Automation of Maritime Processes
* Maritime Data Analytics and Predictive Modelling
* Cybersecurity and Maritime IoT
* Maritime Education and Training
* Research and Development in Maritime Technologies
This MoU embodies a progressive vision for tackling challenges and leveraging opportunities in the maritime sector through technology, collaboration and innovation. It establishes a strong foundation for building a sustainable and advanced maritime ecosystem in India. It is a significant milestone in the effort to modernise maritime administration and drive innovation within the industry, emphasised an official release.
Source: Exim News Service: New Delhi, Jan. 27