Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, engaged in bilateral discussions with Norwegian counterparts in Oslo to enhance maritime cooperation. The focus was on green technologies and sustainability, with India offering to conduct joint feasibility studies for the Northern Sea Route. The meeting highlighted India's initiatives in green shipping, digital transformation, and Maritime India Vision 2030. Both countries discussed collaboration in ferry electrification, ship recycling, sustainable fisheries, and ocean renewable energy. India and Norway explored opportunities in green maritime technologies, smart logistics, and clean coastal shipping. The partnership aims to advance a sustainable Blue Economy through initiatives like the MAITRI program and AI-driven port management. The article emphasizes the importance of decarbonization in the transport sector, with plans for electric ferries, e-methanol bunkering, and hydrogen-powered vessels. The discussions also touched upon shipbuilding collaboration, ship recycling, sustainable ocean management, and leveraging marine resources for economic growth. India reaffirmed its commitment to gender diversity in the maritime sector and invited Norwegian firms to explore joint ventures in ocean renewable energy and sustainable aquaculture.