Maritime Research Center (MRC), Pune, is a pioneering think tank founded in 2017, championing Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) to bolster maritime security, blue economy and ocean sustainability across the Indian Ocean Region. Recognized as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by the Ministry of Science & Technology, it collaborates with the Capacity Building Commission, Ministry of Earth Science and NITI Aayog—driving policy frameworks embraced by the National Security Council Secretariat and securing India’s lead role in IMO’s Indian Ocean Region initiatives. As a sustainability sector partner of WTC Pune, MRC delivers industry-aligned programs in underwater acoustics, marine robotics and sensor technology through hands-on internships and workshops, though specific collaboration details remain undisclosed.
MRC’s core offerings include:
- Specialized training in underwater acoustics, marine robotics and sensor technologies for real-world marine projects
- Policy frameworks and strategic research advancing UDA, blue economy and disaster management
- Academic partnerships fostering skill-building in maritime innovation and sustainability
- Knowledge incubation bridging academia, industry and government for tech-led solutions
- Workshops and capacity programs nurturing talent for ocean technology careers