Centre for Maritime Innovation & Entrepreneurship

The maritime industry is the backbone of global trade and logistics, contributing significantly to international economic growth. However, with rapidly evolving technology and increasing competition, the sector faces new challenges that require innovative solutions and entrepreneurial mindsets. The Centre for Maritime Innovation & Entrepreneurship aims to address these challenges by fostering innovation, supporting start-ups, and creating a vibrant ecosystem for maritime entrepreneurship.

To be a globally recognized hub for maritime innovation and entrepreneurship, driving sustainable growth and fostering a culture of creativity and problem-solving in the maritime sector.

• Empower individuals and organizations in the maritime domain.
• Facilitate cutting-edge research to address maritime challenges.
• Offer specialized training to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Support innovative projects and start-up ventures in the maritime sector.
• Foster a dynamic ecosystem for sustainable maritime growth and development.

• Innovation: Encouraging creative solutions to industry challenges.
• Collaboration: Building partnerships with industry, academia, and government.
• Sustainability: Promoting environmentally conscious maritime solutions.
• Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in all initiatives.
• Empowerment: Enabling individuals and start-ups to realize their potential.

• Facilitating research and development in maritime technologies.
• Organizing hackathons, workshops, and boot camps to promote entrepreneurial skills.
• Providing mentorship and incubation support for maritime start-ups.
• Establishing collaborations with national and international stakeholders.
• Conducting outreach programs to promote maritime entrepreneurship.

• Prof. (Dr.) Tanuja Kaushik, Dean Academic Affairs, GMU