Mumbai, November 12, 2009: The world has come to recognize the potential of the Indian shipping industry, its capability to innovate and grow on the global stage, said APVN Sarma, former Secretary, Shipping, at the inaugural shipbuilding, machinery & marine technology trade fair and exhibition. Speaking at the opening conference, Maritime India-The Path Ahead, Mr. Sarma added, "Given India’s continuous growth rate, I am upbeat all sectors related to shipping have enormous scope."

HONG KONG’S BOOMING ECONOMY INSPIRES MARITIME INDUSTRY

The Anchor of Maritime Defence in the Middle East & North Africa - Under the auspices of H.H. Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Heir Apparent of the state of Qatar, hosted by Qatar Armed Forces and Qatar Emiri Naval Forces, QMDI is to stage Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition (DIMDEX). Following its successful inauguration in 2008, Qatar will once again host DIMDEX in March 29 – 31 2010. The only comprehensive and fully integrated naval and coastal defence show in the MENA region. DIMDEX 2010 encompasses four major events - Exhibition, Conference, VIP Delegations Programme and Visiting Warships. DIMDEX 2010 features ‘The Middle East Navy Commanders (MENC) Conference’ which will take place on 30 March 2010, produced by RUSI. MENC provides insights into anti-piracy efforts as well as other key factors influencing the Maritime defence industry in the region.

MBDA is the Gold Sponsor of the Doha 2nd International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2010, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest integrated maritime defence exhibition, taking place at Doha Exhibition Center from the 29th and 31st March 2010.

Ausmarine 2010 will be useful and attractive to vessel owners and operators of all kinds from the smallest of work and fishing boats to the largest tankers and bulkers. Ferries, tugs, OSVs, construction vessels, dredgers, patrol craft, rescue and pilot boats cruise vessels, dive boats and much more will all be catered for

Tuna 2010, the leading global conference and exhibition for the important and lucrative world tuna industry will be held in Bangkok for the eleventh time from May 20 to 22, 2010