Maharashtra Govt Signs Historic USD 2 Bn MoU with Abu Dhabi Ports Group to Boost Maritime & Port Infrastructure
The agreement envisions investments worth up to USD 2 billion across multiple sectors, including shipbuilding, ship-breaking, water transport, port infrastructure, and sports management.
This strategic partnership marks a new era of international maritime cooperation, reinforcing Maharashtra’s position as India’s leading maritime and logistics hub. The collaboration is expected to drive large-scale economic growth, employment generation, and technological exchange while aligning with India’s broader vision for blue economy development and global trade connectivity.
Minister of Ports & Fisheries, Nitesh Rane, said, “It was a challenging initiative; however, our vision to make Maharashtra a leading maritime hub kept us determined. Today, we are proud to see this partnership take shape. This is also the first-ever agreement by the Port of Abu Dhabi with any Indian state government, underscoring Maharashtra’s strategic importance and global readiness for maritime expansion and blue-economy growth.”
The ceremony was graced by, Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Hon’ble Minister of Ports & Fisheries Shri Nitesh Rane, Additional Chief Secretary Shri Sanjay Sethi, Chief Executive Officer, Maharashtra Maritime Board, Shri Pradeep P, Chief Executive Officer, Abu Dhabi Ports, Ahmad Al Mutawa, Chief Executive Officer, Equiline Group, Salah Al Nasser, Managing Director & CEO, Rural Enhancers Group, Ambar Ayade.
The partnership aims to promote technological collaboration, port modernization, logistics development, and maritime employment generation, aligning with Maharashtra’s long-term vision of a Blue Economy-driven growth by 2030.
Published on:
29 October 2025
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