Mazagon Dock Hosts Japanese Consul General SATO Hitomi, Explores Maritime Cooperation Under MAKV 2047
Mumbai, June 18, 2026: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) welcomed Ms. SATO Hitomi, Consul General of Japan in Mumbai, for discussions aimed at strengthening India-Japan maritime and industrial cooperation and exploring new avenues of collaboration in shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure.
During the meeting, officials held productive deliberations on MDL's vision of establishing a world-class mega shipyard under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047, a long-term roadmap aimed at transforming India into a leading global maritime nation.
MDL highlighted that Japan's internationally recognized expertise in shipbuilding, precision manufacturing, and technological innovation presents significant opportunities for cooperation in advancing the future of the maritime sector. Enhanced collaboration between the two countries is expected to support technological progress, improve industrial capabilities, and promote resilient supply chains.
The discussions also underscored the strong foundations of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, which has expanded across sectors including defence, infrastructure, technology, and maritime security. Cooperation in shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure is viewed as an important pillar in promoting a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
Mazagon Dock reiterated its commitment to deepening engagement with Japanese stakeholders and exploring mutually beneficial partnerships that support India's maritime ambitions and the objectives of MAKV 2047.
Strengthening Maritime Ties Between India and Japan
As one of India's premier defence shipyards, MDL sees international partnerships as critical to enhancing indigenous capabilities and accelerating innovation in the maritime sector. Collaboration with Japan, a global leader in advanced shipbuilding technologies, is expected to contribute to the development of next-generation maritime infrastructure and strengthen regional economic resilience.