India-Norway Green Maritime Partnership at Nor-Shipping Event in Oslo
Key Ideas
  • India and Norway are deepening cooperation in green maritime technologies, focusing on electrification of ferry systems and smart logistics.
  • Both countries aim to collaborate on producing eco-friendly vessels and promoting sustainable ship-breaking practices.
  • The partnership also involves discussions on human capital development, ocean renewable energy, Arctic navigation, and joint feasibility studies.
  • India's focus on transforming ports into global investment hubs aligns with Norway's expertise in AI-driven port management and alternative fuels.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal of India held bilateral meetings with Norwegian counterparts in Oslo to strengthen cooperation in green maritime technologies, particularly the electrification of ferry systems. The discussions at the Nor-Shipping event emphasized enhancing 'Green Maritime Technologies' and sharing experiences on ferry system electrification. Both countries highlighted the importance of green energy integration and PPPs in advancing port infrastructure. The partnership includes joint efforts in smart logistics, digital port ecosystems, and clean coastal shipping. India's initiatives like MAITRI and Norway's expertise in AI-driven port management offer strong synergies for a sustainable Blue Economy. Sonowal also discussed opportunities in ship recycling, sustainable fisheries, and offshore hydrocarbons with Norway's Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy. Both sides agreed to leverage expertise in ship design and shipyard capacity to produce eco-friendly vessels. The focus on promoting sustainable ship-breaking practices and improving environmental standards was highlighted, with a potential partnership in the Alang Ship Recycling Yard. India invited Norwegian firms to explore joint ventures in ocean renewable energy and deep-sea exploration. The proposal to conduct a joint feasibility study for the Northern Sea Route and collaborate on Arctic navigation demonstrates a commitment to advancing maritime technologies and sustainable practices.
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