Allcargo Group Signs MoU With National Maritime Foundation for Maritime and Logistics Research
Under the partnership, the organisations will undertake joint research projects, industry outreach programmes and knowledge-sharing initiatives through conferences, workshops and dialogues.
The collaboration will also explore opportunities to engage logistics research scholars from IIM Mumbai and other universities, bringing together industry expertise, academic research and policy insights to develop future-ready maritime and logistics solutions.
Serving his second term as Chairperson of the Board of Governors of IIM Mumbai, Shashi Kiran Shetty has played a pivotal role in transforming the institution into a world-class academic hub that fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. The agreement aligns with Allcargo Group's commitment to knowledge creation and the development of the logistics sector. The broader objective of the partnership is to support the Government of India's vision of building resilient supply chains, enhancing maritime connectivity, and driving sustainable economic growth.
Shashi Kiran Shetty, Founder & Chairman, Allcargo Group, and Chairperson of the Board of Governors, IIM Mumbai, said, "Our partnership with the National Maritime Foundation reflects Allcargo Group's belief that knowledge is a strategic asset for enhancing sectoral competitiveness and nation-building. Through this MoU, we are committed to fostering research, encouraging meaningful dialogue, and nurturing next-generation logistics ideas and solutions. India's ambition to become a global maritime and logistics powerhouse will depend not only on robust infrastructure but also on world-class ideas. As supply chains become increasingly complex and interconnected, industry, academia, and research institutions must work together to anticipate challenges, accelerate innovation, and develop practical solutions for the future. We expect this collaboration to generate actionable insights that will further strengthen supply chain resilience and contribute meaningfully to the country's vision of sustainable economic growth and global leadership in logistics."
Vice Admiral Pradeep Chauhan, AVSM & Bar, VSM, IN (Retd.), Director General, National Maritime Foundation, said, "India's maritime aspirations require an ecosystem in which policy, industry, and academia work closely together to transform ideas into impactful outcomes. Our partnership with Allcargo Group represents a significant step towards building such an ecosystem by combining research excellence with industry expertise. As the maritime domain lies at the centre of global trade, economic security, and supply chain resilience, generating evidence-based insights and fostering informed dialogue will be critical. Through this collaboration, we aim to advance research, nurture intellectual capital, and contribute practical policy and industry perspectives that strengthen India's position as a leading maritime nation and a globally competitive logistics hub."
Published on:
31 July 2026
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