at the 31st smm hamburg, the premier international maritime trade fair. the event convened global industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to explore key issues fair offered a unique platform for business insights, networking, and investment fostering sustainable solutions. with more than 2,000 exhibitors and 40,000 visitors, the opportunities. such as decarbonization, digitalization, recruitment, and maritime security, while the hamburg representation mumbai had the honour of facilitating an indian delegation

The alignment of the fair’s themes with the ever-expanding Indian maritime sector further strengthened Indo-German relations. Organized by INMEX SMM India in collaboration with the Hamburg Representation Mumbai, the delegation participated in key side events, including the inauguration of the India Pavilion, which spotlighted India’s growing influence in the maritime industry. Notable sessions included “India’s Maritime Ascent: Fostering Dynamic Global Partnerships,” featuring keynote speakers such as Dr. Venkata Ramana Akkaraju, Chairperson of the New Mangalore Port Authority, and Ms. Soumya Gupta, Consul General of India in Hamburg. These sessions underscored India’s pivotal role in shaping global maritime partnerships. A guided tour of the Port of Hamburg, led by Jahn Daniel of the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA), provided the delegation with an in-depth understanding of Hamburg’s advanced port infrastructure and operations. The day concluded with a networking reception, featuring Indian cuisine, which provided an informal setting to strengthen relationships and reflect on the day’s events.

This delegation visit highlights the Hamburg Representation Mumbai’s ongoing commitment to fostering collaborations between Germany and India, promoting innovation and sustainable growth in the maritime sector.