Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota on Thursday met a delegation from Bernhard Schulte Cruise and Hospitality Services (BSM) and Schulte Group from Germany and discussed ways to strengthen Assam’s river cruise tourism ecosystem.
“The discussions focused on strengthening Assam’s river cruise tourism ecosystem, developing internationally benchmarked skill training programmes, and creating employment opportunities for the State’s youth in the global cruise and hospitality sectors.
The delegation led by Martin Springer, president – Cruise and Hospitality; Frank Oertel, Managing Director – Cruise; and Capt. Sanjay Kushwaha, Director – Cruise and Hospitality, also shared its interest in assessing Assam’s training infrastructure and exploring collaboration under the State’s initiatives for overseas employment and skill development.
The Schulte Group, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, is a global maritime and cruise services organisation with expertise in cruise ship management, hospitality, maritime training and international workforce development.
The organisation is licensed by the Directorate General of Shipping and the Ministry of External Affairs for recruitment and deployment of Indian seafarers and overseas professionals.
With over 1,000 km of navigable waterways, led by the Brahmaputra, Assam offers significant potential for sustainable inland water transport and river cruise tourism.
“Such collaborations have the potential to position Assam as a leading hub for river cruise tourism and globally competitive hospitality skills, contributing to sustainable economic growth, enhanced livelihood opportunities, and greater integration with international tourism and maritime value chains,” the Chief Secretary said.
Chief Secretary Ravi Kota Holds Talks with German Cruise Firm to Expand Assam’s Tourism and Global Employment Opportunities
