After receiving NBFC registration on 19th Jun'25 SMFCL has commenced lending operations &sanctioned ₹4,300Cr in its 51st Board Meeting today 30/12/2025.With this,SMFCL proudly foray into Maritime Financing-charting a bold new course! @shipmin india,@sarbanandsonwal @PMOIndia

Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Government of India has notified the operational guidelines for the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and the Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS). With a combined outlay of

🌊 Our Ports This Week! A week of strong cargo growth, operational milestones driving India’s maritime momentum forward. #PortsOfIndia #MaritimeIndia #ViksitBharat

The Union Government has cleared the ₹887 crore ‘Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina’, setting the stage for a fresh wave of maritime tourism and coastal vibrancy at Mumbai Harbour. Designed over 12 hectares of water area, the marina will offer berthing for 424 yachts, bringing global

🌊 Our Ports This Week! From record-breaking cargo throughput to milestone achievements in coastal and EXIM operations, India’s ports continue to steer the nation’s maritime growth. #PortsOfIndia #MaritimeIndia #ViksitBharat

Shri Vijay Kumar (IAS), Secretary, MoPSW visited the upcoming state-of-the-art Mega Container Terminal at Tuna-Tekra, being developed by DP World, along with senior officials of Deendayal Port Authority. With an annual capacity of 2.19 million TEUs, the terminal is poised to

India and Russia have strengthened their maritime collaboration with two key MoUs signed during the State Visit of the President of the Russian Federation to India, underscoring the shared commitment of both nations to advancing maritime cooperation. The agreements focus on

Today, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for PS&W launched India’s first Hydrogen Fuel Vessel at Varanasi, marking a historic milestone in India’s green maritime transition. This pioneering launch not only showcases India’s leadership in adopting clean and futuristic

"Shri Vijay Kumar (IAS), Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), held a productive meeting with the HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) delegation from South Korea. The dialogue centered on strengthening ongoing collaborations between HD

Shri LVS Sudhakar Babu (MD, SMFCL) handed over a cheque of ~₹15.88 crore to Hon’ble Union Minister of PS&W, Shri @sarbanandsonwal as the Final Dividend for FY 2024-25, in the presence of Shri Vijay Kumar, Secretary, MoPSW & Shri R Lakshmanan, Joint Secretary, MoPSW. A step

MD SMFCL, today handed over a cheque of ₹15.88 crores to Hon’ble Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, MoPSW, Government of India towards the Final Dividend for FY 2024-25 in presence of Secretary and JS, MoPSW @shipmin_india @sarbanandsonwal

Strengthening India–Russia maritime co-operation | 🇮🇳🤝🇷🇺 Hon’ble Minister of PS&W Shri Sarbananda Sonowal held productive discussions with H.E. Mr. Nikolai Patrushev, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation in New Delhi. Their discussions focused on shipbuilding

India’s transformative journey is shaping a development model that is inclusive, future-ready, and globally respected. With strong reforms, stable governance, and a focus on innovation and sustainability, the nation is charting a path that inspires confidence across the world.

Shri Vijay Kumar, (IAS), Secretary, MoPSW, reviewed progress of National Waterways in Odisha, focusing on boosting connectivity, enhancing cargo movement and accelerating economic growth in the region. MoPSW remains committed to building a modern, efficient & sustainable inland

Guided by Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi's transformative vision, India is steering toward a greener, stronger & globally competitive maritime future. Highlights from #IMW2025 showcase bold reforms & historic achievements in India's #BlueEconomy, from Green port infrastructure

🎶 "Vande Mataram" 150 Years of Pride & Patriotism! Glimpses from the Inaugural Ceremony of the Commemoration of 150 Years of our National Song. A tribute to the timeless anthem that ignited India’s freedom struggle and continues to inspire unity, pride and devotion to the

India Maritime Week 2025 concluded with great success, marking a milestone in advancing India's maritime vision. The week brought together global leaders, industry experts, and policymakers to shape a sustainable and innovation-driven future for the maritime sector, guided by the

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji, at the Maritime Leaders Conclave, reflected on India’s maritime journey, from the first Maritime Summit in 2016 to #IndiaMaritimeWeek2025 - now a truly global platform of ideas, innovation, and partnerships. #PMatIMW2025

Speaking at the 'India's Maritime Heritage session', Shri Shantanu Thakur, Hon’ble Minister of State for PS&W highlighted the significance of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC). He described it as the world’s largest maritime museum that will present India’s glorious

India Maritime Week 2025 is creating a big buzz in Mumbai, the nation's maritime capital. 📽️ Here are glimpses from the gala event's first day! #IndiaMaritimeWeek2025