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In the rapidly evolving maritime industry, compliance with international environmental and safety standards has become a cornerstone for sustainable operations. With the enforcement of the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) on 26 June 2025 , alongside existing global frameworks such as the EU Ship Recycling Regulation (SRR)  and the IMO MEPC.379 (80) guidelines , shipowners and operators are under increased responsibility to manage hazardous materials onboard vessels effectively. SOS

A Candid Conversation with Ravi Sharma (Founder & CEO, SOS India Pvt. Ltd.) — from Hanumangarh to Green Ship Recycling Podcast host:...

🎙 Yugen Radio Podcast | Powered by Yugen Infra & DMET Club | Hosted by Prateek Khanna Introduction Welcome to another episode of Yugen...

The maritime industry is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and the Internet of Things (IoT). These technologies are reshaping the roles and responsibilities of marine engineers, enhancing operational efficiency, improving safety standards, and enabling predictive maintenance strategies. As digital systems become integral to shipboard operations, marine engineering is rapidly evolving into a data

"We spend years learning to navigate the seas, but many of us never learn to navigate our finances. The ocean may be unpredictable, but...

In the vast expanse of the maritime world, where dedication, precision, and resilience define success, Pankaj Thakur  stands tall as a...

A Personal Note on Mudit Mehrotra: A Voice We Need, A Leader We Trust I have known Mudit Mehrotra  for a few years now (Working under his...

There are friendships that stay with you for life, and then there are people who become the very definition of inspiration within your circle. For me—and for many of us from the DMET (now IMU Kolkata) Class of 2011—that person is Nagendra Sahani . I’ve known Nagendra, or as we all fondly call him, Naagu da , since the very first day of college. Eighteen years of friendship have taught me a lot, but more than anything, they’ve shown me what true transformation looks like. I am

“Leadership is not about a title or designation. It’s about impact, influence, and inspiration.”  – Robin Sharma In the maritime (our)...

In the world of merchant shipping, few individuals manage to balance the hands-on expertise of sea life with the patience and vision of an educator. Mohit Madhav , DMET Roll Number 6634 , Class of 2013 , is one such inspiring personality — a Chief Engineer by profession , a mentor by passion , and now, a dedicated maritime educator shaping the future of marine engineering in India . Having spent over 12 years sailing aboard oil tankers, chemical tankers, and container ships ,

Pic Courtesy: From My Beloved Juniors Standing at the Parade Ground Again:  I find myself back on the parade ground, 59 years since my...

For those of us who graduated in 2011 (My batch and I guess for most of the batches since 2004), Maneesh Pradhaan Sir is more than just a...