West Coast Marine proudly participated in India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, joining industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss the future of India’s maritime landscape. As part of the Maharashtra Maritime booth, our team showcased our continued commitment to advancing waterway mobility, sustainable marine practices, and world-class passenger transport solutions. The event served as a powerful platform for collaboration, innovation, and shaping the next phase of India’s blue economy.
A highlight of the week was the participation of our Director, Mr. Aashim Mongia, who was invited as a panelist for two key sessions under the GMIS Cruise & Passenger Economy programme:
1. Passenger Experience, Sustainability & Policy Framework
In this impactful discussion, Mr. Mongia shared West Coast Marine’s experience and vision on:
Designing seamless and safe passenger journeys.
Integrating smart digital systems to improve maritime operations.
Embracing green, energy-efficient ferry solutions.
Strengthening policy frameworks for a sustainable passenger ferry ecosystem.
2. Aamchi Mumbai Water Metro: A Reality in the Making
This session explored how Mumbai’s water transport can evolve into a modern, efficient, and high-capacity Water Metro system. Mr. Mongia contributed insights drawn from decades of operational experience across Mumbai’s waterways and highlighted the opportunities, challenges, and path forward for creating a reliable Water Metro network for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
At IMW 2025, West Coast Marine reaffirmed its commitment to shaping the future of India’s marine mobility. With ongoing contributions to passenger ferry operations, maritime infrastructure, and sustainable innovation, we remain dedicated to helping chart a more connected, efficient, and environmentally responsible future for coastal and urban waterways across the country.
