Achievements
In just three years since its inception, "Ocean Blue" has emerged as a leader in the nascent Indian boating industry with several leading domestic and international companies turning to their expertise for boating and waterfront related projects.
Ocean Blue is recognized as a pioneer in introducing boating to Indians and is credited with a number of firsts:
1. Hosting India's first truly international boat show (Mumbai International Boat Show in 2007 to Global Acclaim and following it up with successful shows in 2008 and 2009. (www.mumbaiboatshow.com)
2. Organized and managed India's largest ever sailing regatta (MIBS Navy Cup, 2007 with over 140 participants) and has been credited with bringing sponsorship to Indian sailing with the Nautica SMIBS Navy Cup, 2008
3. Launching India's first luxury boating magazine (www.indiaboating.com)
4. Building India's first temporary marina (Mumbai International Boat Show, 2007)
5. Launching India's first luxury yacht timeshare and charter club (www.clubprivada.com)
6. Co-promoting India's only state-of-the-art aluminum boat yard near Mumbai
7. Co-promoting India's only state-of-the-art fiber glass boat yard near Goa (www.mahindraodyssea.com)
8. Establishing India's first State-of-the-art yacht servicing center in Mumbai and Goa
9. Building India's first marine development project (Bolgatty Island - Cochin, Kerala)
10. Managing the first Volvo Ocean Race to touch India (Cochin, Kerala)
11. Co-promoting India's first "Marine Boating Mall" - Mumbai, India (www.marinedrive.co.in)
