The specific objectives and purposes of this Club shall be:

• To promote public recognition of the important contribution being made by Indian marine professionals to the marine industry, and
• Build a superior image of Indian marine professionals.

Additionally, in furtherance thereof, but not otherwise restricted to:

• Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those engaged in marine operations, naval architecture and marine engineering.
• Afford facilities for exchange of information and ideas among its members and place on record and disseminate the results of research, experience, and information relative to the objects.
• Promote the professional integrity and status of its members and afford facilities for advancement in knowledge of their profession.
• Co-operate with educational institutions and public education authorities for the furtherance of education in marine operations, naval architecture and marine engineering.
• Encourage and sponsor such research and other inquiries as may be considered important to advancement of knowledge of marine operations, naval architecture and marine engineering.

Towards achieving these objectives the club organizes certain events on an annual basis which include:

• Regular general body meetings, at least 4 a year, with a presentation by a member or guest speaker.
• At least one meeting with a presentation made by a prominent member of the Houston maritime community. This is generally a sponsored event, with members inviting guests from all branches of the marine industry.
• A formal Foundation Day dinner held annually in November.
• A summer picnic.
• Golf outings in Spring and Fall.