WELCOME TO THE

EAST COAST MARITIME & LOGISTICS SUMMIT 2025

THEME: Transforming Coastline into Global Trade Lifeline

East Coast Maritime & Logistics Summit 2025 is the premier gathering of stakeholders driving the future of shipping and logistics along India’s eastern seaboard. Jointly organized by Maritime Gateway and GFST, the summit convenes port authorities, terminal operators, shipping lines, freight forwarders, customs agents, policymakers, and logistics professionals to discuss evolving maritime trade and multimodal logistics.

With a sharp focus on port infrastructure, cargo growth, and trade facilitation, the event will highlight key developments at eastern ports including Kolkata, Paradip, Visakhapatnam, Gangavaram, Krishnapatnam, and Chennai. Discussions will address terminal modernization and hinterland connectivity to unlock the corridor’s full potential.

This year’s expanded agenda explores opportunities in cold chain logistics, pharmaceutical trade lanes, shipbuilding and repair, and air cargo connectivity— fast-growing sectors within the region’s trade ecosystem. The summit also features insights on geopolitical developments impacting maritime commerce, making it a must-attend for industry leaders shaping the eastern maritime economy.