Centre for Maritime Environmental Law

Overview

The Centre for Maritime Environmental Law at Gujarat Maritime University is dedicated to advancing research, advocacy, and capacity building in the field of maritime environmental law. The Centre aims to address contemporary legal issues related to marine environmental protection, foster knowledge transfer, and provide specialized training to professionals and students in the maritime sector.

Vision

The Centre aspires to become a Centre of Excellence for research, advocacy, and capacity building in maritime environmental law, contributing to the sustainable development of the maritime industry and the protection of the marine environment.

Mission

  • Promote active research on current and emerging issues in maritime environmental law.
  • Build capacity and raise awareness among industry professionals, regulators, and students regarding compliance with international maritime environmental standards, especially the MARPOL Convention.
  • Organize international events, conferences, seminars, and training programs to facilitate knowledge sharing and professional development.

Core Values

  • Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in research, advocacy, and training.
  • Integrity: Upholding ethical principles in all activities and engagements.
  • Collaboration: Fostering partnerships with academia, industry, government, and international organizations.
  • Sustainability: Committing to the protection and sustainable use of marine resources.
  • Innovation: Encouraging new ideas and approaches to address maritime environmental challenges.

Scope and Functions

  • Conducting research on maritime environmental law, including issues like marine pollution, climate change, and biodiversity.
  • Organizing conferences, seminars, webinars, and capacity-building programs for professionals and students.
  • Providing expert training on international conventions (such as MARPOL) and compliance mechanisms.
  • Facilitating knowledge transfer between academia and industry to bridge the gap between theory and practice
  • Advocacy for stronger legal frameworks and effective enforcement for marine environmental protection.

Nominated Head

  • Dr. Abhay Singh, Director (I/C), Assistant Professor of Law, School of Maritime Law, Policy and Administration, GMU.
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