EIL Makes Strategic Maritime Entry with Offshore Safety Training Standards Mandate
New Delhi, November 4, 2026: – In a significant diversification move, **Engineers India Limited (EIL) has been entrusted to provide Consultancy Services for Development of Indian Standards for Offshore Safety Training and Certification.
The prestigious award marks a strategic entry of the Navratna PSU into the new and diversified area of Maritime sector, expanding its footprint beyond its core expertise in hydrocarbon and infrastructure consultancy.
A New Chapter for EIL
The mandate entrusts EIL with the critical responsibility of developing robust, world-class Indian Standards for offshore safety training and certification. This initiative is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s maritime safety ecosystem, aligning domestic practices with global best practices for offshore operations.
Industry sources said the development of indigenous standards will enhance safety protocols for personnel working in offshore installations, a sector witnessing rapid growth amid India’s expanding energy and maritime ambitions.
The move is in line with the Government of India’s vision of **Aatmanirbhar Bharat** and **Maritime India Vision 2030**, which emphasizes self-reliance in standards, safety, and skilled manpower for the blue economy.
Strategic Diversification
For EIL, a leader in engineering consultancy, the entry into the maritime sector is a strategic diversification. The company has been actively exploring new growth avenues in green energy, infrastructure, and now maritime, leveraging its decades of expertise in complex project management and safety engineering.
The award underscores the trust reposed in EIL’s technical capabilities and its proven track record in developing high-quality standards and consultancy frameworks for critical sectors.
The development of Offshore Safety Training and Certification standards is expected to create a structured framework for training, competency assessment, and certification of manpower deployed in offshore oil & gas, shipping, and allied maritime activities, thereby boosting employability and operational safety.
EIL’s foray into the maritime domain is likely to open up new business opportunities in port-led development, offshore assets, and coastal infrastructure, complementing its existing portfolio.
Also Read.. Engineers India Limited reports growth in green energy consultancy
