JNPA inks ₹2.2 trillion MoUs to advance port infrastructure, Vadhvan development, and global maritime competitiveness.
In a historic push to strengthen India’s maritime ecosystem, the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹2.2 trillion during India Maritime Week 2025. The agreements span infrastructure development, financial collaboration, technological partnerships, and deep-water port expansion, marking one of the largest investment commitments in India’s port sector.
JNPA, already India’s largest container port with five container terminals and a handling capacity of over 10.1 million TEUs, recorded an all-time high throughput of 7.3 million TEUs in FY25. The latest deals aim to scale this capacity further while enabling strategically critical port infrastructure.
Major Investments and Collaborations
- Adani Ports & SEZ signed two MoUs worth a combined ₹51,500 crore, targeting offshore projects and new container terminals at Vadhvan Port.
- Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) committed ₹20,000 crore in financial support for the Vadhvan mega project.
- Evergreen Marine (Taiwan) and Gulftainer (UAE) will jointly invest ₹14,000 crore to develop cutting-edge terminals.
- Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) pledged ₹5,000 crore for port infrastructure upgrades at JN Port.
- Dredging Corporation of India signed a long-term dredging cooperation valued at ₹1,500 crore.
- Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation (IPRCL) will deliver two green tug vessels under a ₹300 crore MoU.
In addition:
- Boskalis International BV will invest ₹26,500 crore for reclaimed land development at Vadhvan.
- Aegis Logistics plans ₹20,000 crore for a multi-cargo terminal.
- Bhilosa Industries will channel ₹15,000 crore into marine services, sustainability, and intermodal connectivity.
- NMDC and Afcons Infrastructure will each construct offshore breakwaters worth ₹6,500 crore.
Several major corporates, including NCC (₹26,500 crore), Wan Hai Lines (₹20,000 crore), Hindustan Construction Company (₹6,500 crore), Cemindia Project (₹6,500 crore), Savita Oil Technologies (₹1,500 crore), and Container Corporation of India (₹500 crore), also formalised strategic commitments.
Vadhvan Port: India’s Next Global Gateway
Located in Maharashtra’s Dahanu (Palghar) district, the all-weather deep-draft Vadhvan Port is expected to rank among the top 10 ports worldwide upon completion. The port will play a pivotal role in easing container congestion, boosting export competitiveness, and serving India’s fast-growing cargo economy.
Leadership Perspective
JNPA Chairperson Gaurav Dayal said the investment surge will accelerate India’s maritime modernisation agenda:
“These MoUs will fast-track the development of sustainable, efficient, and globally competitive port infrastructure. Vadhvan will be a transformative gateway for India’s trade.”
With this massive investment thrust, JNPA is now positioned to shape the future of container logistics, enhance multimodal connectivity, and propel India toward global maritime leadership.
Source: BS
