समुद्रीय प्रशासन महानिदेशालय
Directorate General of Maritime Administration
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government of India
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Norway Delegation Visit to DGMA

The Directorate General of Shipping welcomed Her Excellency Ms. Monica Ommundsen Nagelgaard, Consul General of Norway in Mumbai, for a productive discussion on advancing India–Norway maritime cooperation. The meeting focused on ship recycling, maritime cooperation, and opportunities to strengthen collaboration in sustainable maritime practices. During the interaction, the Directorate General of Shipping presented India’s globally recognised ship recycling ecosystem, highlighting the country’s position as the global leader in sustainable and environmentally sound ship recycling. The discussions also showcased India’s flagship Ship Recycling Credit Note Scheme—a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to incentivise responsible ship recycling while supporting domestic shipbuilding and promoting a circular economy. The interaction reaffirmed the shared commitment of India and Norway to advancing sustainable maritime development and strengthening bilateral cooperation through continued dialogue and exchange of best practices.