India has great potential to emerge as hub for green shipbuilding, says maritime expert

India has significant potential to become a hub for green shipbuilding, an expert said. The government is focusing on alternative fuels and renewable energy. Investments and technology transfer from Japanese and Korean shipyards are encouraged. The aim is to upgrade shipyards and port infrastructure. India aims to be among the top shipbuilding nations by 2030 and top five by 2047.