The company believes his experience in international relations and government engagement will support its efforts to expand partnerships and strengthen its position in the global citizen services sector.

The winery has expanded its presence across India, with its wines now available in eight states and union territories — Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Assam and Puducherry.

Australia, as Chair of the IORA Working Group on Maritime Safety and Security (WGMSS), partnered with India to deliver the programme, which was facilitated by the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS).