Strengthening Academia–Industry Synergy in Maritime Engineering
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The IIT Kharagpur had the privilege of welcoming Shri Rathindra Rathan, Chairman of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), along with his distinguished delegation, on the occasion of the Research Scholars’ Day of the Department of Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture.
Hon’ble Director, Prof. Suman Chakraborty, interacted with the Chairman at his office and engaged in insightful discussions exploring avenues for future collaboration in port-led development and maritime innovation.
The visit provided a valuable platform for meaningful interactions between the SMPK delegation, faculty members, and research scholars. The delegation also visited advanced research facilities, including the manoeuvring tank, state-of-the-art wave flume, and towing tank, reflecting IIT Kharagpur’s strong capabilities in addressing complex challenges such as breakwater design, riverine dynamics, and navigation optimisation.
Such engagements underscore the critical role of academia–industry partnerships in driving innovative, real-world solutions. IIT Kharagpur remains committed to fostering impactful collaborations with leading national organizations like SMPK, advancing research and development in port engineering, maritime technology, and coastal infrastructure.
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