Author: Cargo Insights

Piyush Goyal urges industry to adopt sustainable practices and drive global benchmarks. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, addressing CAPEXIL’s Vibrant Buildcon 2025, called on industry stakeholders to adopt sustainable practices and aim for global excellence. He emphasised reducing import dependency, encouraging clean and green construction, and investing in earthquake-resistant and modular infrastructure. Highlighting India’s expanding construction capabilities, Goyal referenced the impact of Global Capability Centres, domestic manufacturing under Make in India, and key sectors including housing, infrastructure, and energy. He stressed that every component—cement, electrical systems, automation—contributes to building a stronger ecosystem. He noted the transformative infrastructure…

The Indian Commerce Ministry warns customs of potential dumping, re-routing via India after US tariffs on China. The Ministry of Commerce has issued a directive to customs authorities to strengthen monitoring of imports and exports in response to growing concerns over possible dumping and re-routing of goods through India. This development follows the United States’ recent imposition of a steep 125 percent tariff on Chinese products. Officials fear that Chinese exporters, facing limited access to the US market, may attempt to divert shipments to countries like India or use India as a transshipment hub to bypass the new American trade…

GreenLine to deploy 10,000 green trucks with $275M backing, including $20M from Nikhil Kamath. In a major stride toward green logistics, GreenLine Mobility Solutions has announced a $275 million investment to decarbonise India’s heavy trucking sector, backed by $20 million from entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath. This transformative move will see the rollout of over 10,000 LNG and electric trucks, along with 100 LNG refuelling and EV charging stations nationwide. As India’s only operator of LNG and EV commercial trucks, GreenLine aims to slash carbon emissions by 1 million tonnes annually. The company’s current fleet of 650 LNG trucks, serving sectors like…

VOC Port now offers 24/7 direct port entry for factory-stuffed, e-sealed exports. V O Chidambaranar Port Authority has launched a Direct Port Entry (DPE) facility at its Thoothukudi port in Tamil Nadu for factory-stuffed, e-sealed export containers. The 24×7 service eliminates the need for clearance at nearby Container Freight Stations, allowing containers to move straight to the terminal—cutting delays, lowering costs, and boosting export efficiency. Under this new system, customs brokers will be charged Rs 135 plus GST for 20-ft containers and Rs 162 plus GST for containers over 20 ft, as announced in a trade notice dated April 10.…

India ends cargo transhipment for Bangladesh to third countries via its ports, citing congestion. In a significant move affecting regional trade dynamics, India has discontinued the transhipment facility for Bangladeshi cargo destined for third countries, effectively halting a key channel used by Dhaka to export apparel via Indian airports, particularly from Delhi. The customs notification came into effect on April 8, 2025. The decision, confirmed by MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, comes amid growing strains in India–Bangladesh ties. He stated that the transhipment practice was causing congestion at Indian ports and airports, disrupting logistical flows and leading to delays and higher…

Commerce Minister reassures exporters; US pauses tariffs for 90 days, excludes China. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has urged Indian exporters not to panic in the face of ongoing global trade uncertainties. Speaking during a high-level interaction with export promotion councils and industry bodies in New Delhi, the minister assured stakeholders that the government is committed to creating an enabling environment to help them adapt to recent developments in international trade. Goyal lauded the industry for its resilience and outstanding performance, achieving record exports of over USD 820 billion in FY 2024–25, despite global headwinds. He credited this…

Windward’s Q1 2025 report shows record vessel sanctions, GPS jamming, and tariff-driven trade disruption. In its newly released Q1 2025 Maritime Risk Insights Report, maritime AI leader Windward has unveiled a series of disruptive trends that are reshaping the global shipping landscape. From a record number of sanctioned vessels to a surge in GPS jamming and the destabilising effects of shifting tariffs, the report paints a complex and volatile picture for global trade. Surge in Vessel and Company Sanctions Q1 2025 saw the highest number of sanctioned vessels since 2022, reflecting intensified global regulatory scrutiny, particularly on tankers. Windward notes…

DPA joins the Methanol Institute to advance bio-methanol and green fuel shipping goals. In a major step towards maritime sustainability, the Methanol Institute (MI) has announced Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) as its newest member. This move positions DPA at the forefront of global efforts to adopt methanol as a marine fuel. As one of India’s busiest ports, handling over 140 million tonnes of cargo annually, DPA aims to play a pivotal role in supporting bio-methanol adoption and influencing policy and best practices for sustainable shipping. “We are delighted to welcome Deendayal Port Authority. Ports like DPA are essential in promoting…

Airbus and Mahindra ink H130 fuselage deal, boosting Make in India drive. In a landmark development for India’s aviation sector, Airbus and Mahindra Aerostructures signed a contract for manufacturing H130 helicopter fuselages. The signing ceremony, chaired by Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, took place at the Ministry of Civil Aviation and was attended by key industry figures, including Civil Aviation Secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam, Airbus India & South Asia President Remi Maillard, and Mahindra Group CEO Anish Shah. This strategic collaboration strengthens India’s position in the global aerospace manufacturing arena and reinforces the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat…

 Swan Defence signs MoU with GRSE to advance commercial shipbuilding. Swan Defence and Heavy Industries (SDHI) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) to enhance India’s indigenous commercial shipbuilding capabilities. The agreement, signed on April 7, 2025, at GRSE Bhavan in Kolkata, aligns with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative and underscores a shared commitment to strengthening the nation’s maritime infrastructure. This partnership is set to focus on the joint construction of commercial vessels and offshore structures, targeting both domestic needs and international markets. By leveraging their combined strengths in design, infrastructure, and execution,…

India’s goods and services exports surged past $820 billion in FY 2024–25. India’s total goods and services exports crossed the $820 billion mark in the financial year 2024–25, registering a growth of nearly 6 percent over the previous year, according to the commerce ministry. The previous fiscal had recorded exports worth $778 billion. The announcement came during a meeting led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal with export promotion councils and industry representatives. The session aimed to address current global trade challenges and inform exporters of the government’s ongoing efforts to support them amid rising uncertainties. The ministry acknowledged…

IndiGo and Accor partner to offer exclusive benefits to BluChip and ALL loyalty members through a first-of-its-kind alliance. IndiGo has announced a strategic partnership with global hospitality giant Accor to integrate their respective loyalty programs — BluChip and ALL – Accor Live Limitless. This collaboration marks a first-of-its-kind initiative in India’s travel and hospitality sector, aiming to offer unmatched value and convenience to loyalty members. The partnership will enable reciprocal benefits for members, including two-way reward point conversion, co-branded offers, and the ability to earn and redeem points across flights, hotel stays, and curated experiences. This move strengthens IndiGo’s ambition…