Merchant Shipping Rules 2026

Merchant Shipping Tribunal Members' Qualification
Legislation UpdatesRules & Regulations

The Central Government has notified the Merchant Shipping (Tribunal Members’ Qualification and Submission of Award) Rules, 2026, prescribing the qualifications for appointment of Tribunal members and establishing timelines for disposal of references and submission of awards.

Merchant Shipping Liability Rules
Legislation UpdatesRules & Regulations

Shipping Ministry has notified the Merchant Shipping (Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims) Rules, 2026, prescribing revised liability limits for maritime, personal injury and passenger claims for Indian and foreign vessels operating in Indian waters.