The Maritime India Conference and Expo in Mumbai opened on 2 November 2026, where Maharashtra’s Fisheries and Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane said the state has signed maritime investment agreements worth ₹76,000 crore. Free Press Journal reported the remarks.
What Is the Maritime India Conference and Expo?
It is the fourth edition of the event, organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). It runs for three days, 2–4 November, at NESCO in Goregaon, Mumbai, with nine participating countries: the Netherlands, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Sweden, Switzerland and the UAE.
What Did Maharashtra Announce?
Rane positioned Maharashtra as a global maritime, shipping and logistics hub and invited investment in ports, shipbuilding, ship repair, logistics and exports. The report does not name the parties or projects behind the ₹76,000 crore. He cited the state’s coastline, natural harbours and industrial infrastructure, and said single-window clearances are being promoted. He also said the proposed Mumbai Water Metro could become the world’s largest water transport network, which is his claim.
What It Means for India’s Events Industry
Attendees named include FICCI president Vijay Shankar, Dhruv Kotak of the FICCI Shipping and Ports Committee, and Gaurav Dayal of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority.
Industry Reaction and Expert Commentary
No independent verification of the investment figure was found; it rests on the minister’s statement.
What Happens Next?
The event was scheduled to run until 4 November. The report does not say when details of the agreements will be released.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the Maritime India Conference and Expo held?
At NESCO in Goregaon, Mumbai, from 2 to 4 November 2026.
Who organised it?
FICCI.
What did Maharashtra announce?
Maritime investment agreements worth ₹76,000 crore, per Minister Nitesh Rane; parties were not named.
Source: Free Press Journal, 3 November 2026 (remarks made 2 November).
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