AMPP to Host Webcast Highlighting India’s Role in Advancing Maritime Safety, Sustainability, and Global Trade Resilience
Two-hour session features India-based experts addressing corrosion control, decarbonization, and evolving regulatory challenges in global shipping
Maharashtra, India – (April 17, 2026) — As global shipping faces increasing pressure from decarbonization mandates, aging fleets, and supply chain disruptions, maritime experts from India are playing a growing role in shaping how the industry responds to these challenges.
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the world’s leading authority on corrosion control and protective coatings, will host an upcoming webcast focused on strengthening safety, sustainability, and operational resilience across the global commercial maritime industry—featuring a strong lineup of India-based experts.
The event, “Corrosion, Safety, and Sustainability in Commercial Maritime,” will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. EDT (6:30 p.m. IST). In this two-hour session, global industry experts, including leaders from India’s maritime, engineering, and training sectors, will examine how shipowners, operators, port authorities, and supply-chain partners can address evolving challenges and advance modern, sustainable practices. The session brings together perspectives from engineering, operations, and maritime training to provide practical, real-world approaches to today’s most pressing industry challenges.
With approximately 90% of international trade moving by sea, ship reliability and performance are critical to global commerce. As India continues to expand its maritime capabilities and global footprint, experts from across the country are contributing to key discussions on asset integrity, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability in commercial shipping.
Speakers include:
- Dylan Goddard, Coating Performance Specialist, Seaspan
- Venkatraman Sheshashayee, Executive Chairman, Shipworkz Marine Services LLC
- Capt. RKP Sinha, Co-Founder & Director, Marine Solutionz Group
- Rishabh Jangra, Senior Engineer, American Bureau of Shipping
- Dr. (Captain) Suresh Bhardwaj, Director & Principal, MASSA Maritime Academy, Chennai
Attendees will gain insights into:
- Decarbonization strategies and port-led green transitions
- Maritime security frameworks and risk mitigation
- Seafarer wellbeing and workforce considerations
- Practical implementation of evolving International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations
- Ongoing modernization efforts across commercial maritime operations
“Commercial maritime operations are facing a convergence of pressures, from stricter environmental regulations to increasing demands on global supply chains,” said Jennifer Merck, Vice President of Maritime and Defense at AMPP. “Corrosion control is not a maintenance issue. It’s a reliability and risk issue that directly impacts safety, operational continuity, and long-term sustainability.”
As regulatory requirements evolve and global trade demands intensify, industry stakeholders must align technical practices with broader operational goals. Corrosion prevention plays a critical role in extending asset life, reducing unplanned downtime, and supporting compliance with environmental standards.
Register to gain practical insights from global maritime experts and stay ahead of evolving regulatory and operational demands.
To learn more and register, visit: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/
