By: ICN Bureau
Last updated : October 27, 2025 10:20 am
The event will see more than Rs. 10 lakh crore in investment commitments
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India, is organising Maritime Week 2025 (IMW 2025) from 27th to 31st October 2025 in Mumbai.
The event is poised to be the largest maritime gathering globally, bringing together key stakeholders from across the maritime ecosystem. Under the theme “Uniting Oceans, One Maritime Vision”, IMW 2025 will showcase India’s strategic vision to emerge as a global maritime hub and a leader in the Blue Economy.
Ministers from 11 countries along with their industry delegations will participate in various sessions throughout the five-day event, reflecting the growing global interest in India’s maritime sector.
“India Maritime Week is more than an event, it will position India as a global maritime hub, promote green and sustainable shipping, and enhance international maritime trade and connectivity,” said Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways.
India Maritime Week 2025 will witness participation from over 100,000 delegates and confirmed representation from more than 85 countries. Global maritime industry giants, international organizations, and policy think tanks will be present. Several state ministers and Lieutenant Governors from across India will also attend, showcasing investment opportunities and regional maritime strengths.
With over 350 international speakers, IMW 2025 is poised to be a hub of industry expertise and strategic dialogue. The event will see the execution of over 600 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) amounting to more than Rs. 10 lakh crore in investment commitments.
A comprehensive exhibition featuring over 400 exhibitors will run alongside an expansive conference schedule. IMW 2025 will host more than 12 flagship events, including the 4th edition of Global Maritime India Summit (GMIS 2025), QUAD Ports of the Future Conference, Sagarmanthan – The Great Oceans Dialogue, SheEO Conference, the UNESCAP Asia-Pacific Dialogue and many more.
The event will also feature 4 country sessions including Norway, Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden, and 11 state/UT sessions including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Andaman & Nicobar.