CONCOR and VISL sign MoU to jointly develop a CFS near Vizhinjam port, boosting EXIM and multimodal logistics. Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) and…

Deendayal Port inks landmark deal for a 5 MW green hydrogen plant, a first for Indian ports aimed at decarbonisation. On 28 January 2026,…

Allcargo Terminals has secured a 10-year contract extension to operate its Nhava Sheva CFS, bolstering India’s EXIM trade. Allcargo Terminals, a leading operator in…

India is in talks with Washington to secure the Chabahar port sanctions waiver before it expires on 26 April 2026. India is currently in…

DFCCIL and JSW Murbe Port seek to boost freight efficiency by linking the Western Corridor to new maritime gateways. The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation…

India to form Bureau of Port Security to strengthen maritime safety, cyber protection, and port infrastructure nationwide. In a major step toward bolstering India’s…

MMRCL chief Ashwini Bhide urges high-speed Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) for fast, direct connectivity to Vadhavan Port. The Managing Director of the Mumbai…

The project will transform Dighi into an auto-export hub for manufacturers across Mumbai and the Pune automotive belt, providing a new strategic route for…

Financially strong Q2 FY26 for the port operator. Revenue rose 31.9% year-on-year to ₹299.35 crore from ₹227.04 crore. To further improve the port’s roll-on/roll-off…

Teamwork and advanced systems helped the port achieve the new record. ​Adani Krishnapatnam Port (AKPL), a principal holding of Adani Ports and SEZ, has…

VOC Port’s Digital Twin project, due March 2026, marks a major milestone in its evolution into a smart, tech-led maritime hub. With the launch…

This system marks a major advance for India, enabling independent design, operation, and maintenance of critical port technology. IIT Madras has created and implemented…

Indira Dock processed 5.38 million tonnes of cargo from 401 vessels in FY25; iron and steel comprised over 85% of the volume By encouraging…

The call of the vessel SCI Mumbai at Mormugao on November 20 formally signals the restart of container movements. Following a seven-year gap, container…

Kandla Port is positioning itself as a central hub for India’s clean-fuel economy, driven by decarbonisation projects and green-energy investments. By handling 40 vessel…

Sonowal launches ₹1,500-cr projects at NMPA golden jubilee; port targets 100 MT by 2047 under Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision. In a major boost to…

Adani Foundation & Gangavaram Port inaugurated an eye screening camp at ZPHS, Gangavaram, aiding 1,000+ students from nearby schools. As part of its ongoing…

Karnataka Maritime Board inks ₹4,500 crore pacts to develop ports, rail links, fisheries and coastal logistics infrastructure. Karnataka’s coastal economy is set for a…

SAEL Industries to invest ₹22,000 crore in solar, BESS, biomass, data centres and ports, boosting jobs and infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh. In a major…

Adani Ports to boost logistics revenue 5x by FY2029 as diversification, cargo growth and warehousing fuel strong financial momentum. India’s largest private port operator,…

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,…

India secures a six-month US sanctions waiver for Chabahar Port amid global energy shifts, boosting strategic trade access. In a major diplomatic relief for…

Amit Shah says the $5 billion Great Nicobar project will multiply India’s maritime trade as India eyes top global port rankings and massive investments.…

IRFC to sign ₹20,000 crore MoU for Vadhvan Port funding, boosting India’s mega maritime project with low-cost PSU financing. In a major boost to…

BEML partners with DPA, DMRC & UTIPL to pilot India’s first automated cargo evacuation system, boosting port efficiency and speed. In a move set…

At India Maritime Week 2025, Adani Ports to ink major MoUs boosting Make-in-India, green ports, and harbour services. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone…

Japanese and Indian port leaders explore PPPs, decarbonisation, and digitalisation under Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. A 15-member delegation from the International Association of…

Paradip Port to sign ₹1.5 lakh crore agreements at India Maritime Week, boosting shipbuilding, green energy and tourism. In a major push for India’s…

Mormugao Port Authority to ink 24 MoUs worth ₹3,000 crore at IMW 2025, showcasing Goa’s maritime growth vision. In a major boost to India’s…

Deendayal, VOC, and Paradip ports named Green Hydrogen Hubs, boosting India’s clean energy and net-zero goals. In a major stride towards clean energy transition,…

All government-nominated IPGL directors step down ahead of US sanctions, leaving India’s Chabahar plans in limbo. India’s ambitions at Iran’s Chabahar Port face a…

JNPA flags off 50 EV trucks, plans 90% fleet shift by 2026; India’s ports step up green logistics. India marked a historic green milestone…

The Bahuda Port in Odisha, to handle 150 mt, is becoming India’s 14th major port; the MoU is to be signed on Sept 20.…

The first webinar was held on Blue Ports: Gujarat, Diu, and Puducherry to get smart, tech-enabled fishing harbours. India has joined hands with the…

Vijay Kumar, IAS AGMUT cadre, to take charge as Secretary on Oct 1, succeeding T.K. Ramachandran. The Central Government has appointed Vijay Kumar, a…

India boosts coastal infrastructure with 121 Sagarmala projects; 77 are completed, and Rs. 9,415 Cr has been allocated so far. In a major infrastructure…

At the Maritime Financing Summit 2025, India announces FDI reforms, a fund for shipbuilding, and a digital finance boost for ports. In a major…

Vadhvan Port to boost maritime trade, create jobs, and empower tribal, rural, and coastal communities in Maharashtra. India is set to take a giant…

Beijing may halt the $22.8B CK Hutchison port sale to BlackRock & MSC if COSCO isn’t given a stake, reports WSJ. In a high-stakes…

SC admits Adani Krishnapatnam Port’s plea against NGT penalty but refuses interim stay, seeks CPCB’s response. In a key legal development, the Supreme Court…

Vizhinjam Port marks a major milestone with 400 ship arrivals and 8.3 lakh containers handled in just one year. Kerala’s Vizhinjam International Seaport has…

Mazagon Dock enters global waters with a $53M buyout of Colombo Dockyard, boosting India’s maritime vision. In a landmark international move, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders…

India’s ports go digital and green as Sonowal launches SAGAR SETU, DCoE, and a hydrogen transition roadmap. In a landmark move to modernise India’s…

Adani Ports and JSW Utkal sign major agreements with Odisha to boost port infrastructure and create 8,500 jobs. In a landmark move to reshape…

A new finance ministry report calls for urgent port infrastructure and IT upgrades to drastically cut export cargo release times nationwide. India’s Finance Ministry…

India on high alert, as the Mideast conflict threatens energy, spikes freight costs, and delays the crucial Chabahar Port project. India is closely monitoring…

JSW Infrastructure clinches the Netaji Subhas Dock container terminal project with a ₹4,678/TEU bid, outpacing Adani Ports. JSW Infrastructure Ltd is set to secure…

Sonowal and Bødskov discuss green shipping, the new Centre of Excellence, and green corridors during the Copenhagen meet. In a significant step towards strengthening…

New Seafarer Centre, expanded rail lines, and enhanced safety infrastructure launched at Deendayal Port by Union Minister. In a significant move to modernise India’s…

Adani Ports and JSW Infra eye logistics growth through end-to-end services, assets, and ₹29,500 crore in capex. In a strategic push to boost revenue…

Mormugao Port halts west breakwater ops from May 20; strict monsoon protocols for vessel safety enforced. The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) has issued a…

Adani Mundra Port was named “Best Port Service Provider” and Adani Logistics was crowned “Logistics Champion” at the 7th India Logistics Strategy Summit held…

Deendayal Port, Kandla, sets a new daily record with 51,450 tonnes of gypsum handled via MV Valiant. In a landmark accomplishment for India’s maritime…

Major Ports handled 855 MT cargo in FY25, set investment, efficiency & revenue records to boost global competitiveness India’s Major Ports have delivered their…

Hindalco-Vizag JV project to boost sustainability, efficiency & green logistics In a major step towards smart and sustainable logistics, Hindalco Industries, the metals arm…

DG Shipping raises maritime security to MARSEC Level 2 for Indian ports, terminals, and vessels, following the ISPS Code. This action comes amid ongoing…

Port of Dover Cargo earns BRCGS certification for chilled & frozen food storage, reinforcing its role in global trade logistics. Port of Dover Cargo…

Prime Minister Modi dedicates Vizhinjam International Seaport to the nation, marking a milestone in India’s maritime growth. In a significant move to enhance India’s…

SMPK to develop Balagarh terminal to shift cargo from KDS, easing city congestion and boosting trade. In a major infrastructure boost, the Syama Prasad…

JNPA to host ‘Smart Port Cities’ program from May 5-9, 2025, focusing on future-ready port and terminal technologies. In a major move towards future-ready…

Revised port fee structure eases burden on exporters, excludes key vessel categories. The U.S. government has revised its controversial port fee proposal for China-built…

Key pacts were signed to develop liquid cargo terminals at Maharashtra’s mega port project. Major investment agreements worth ₹5,700 crore were signed on April…

Crippling road traffic congestion persists at BMCT gates post-advisories. The queue extends to Pregate, Jaskar Bridge. CFSs report <1 trip/24 hrs for import, warning…

The U.S. port fee plan draws sharp criticism from China and global shippers, citing risks to trade, prices, and supply chains. In a rare…

PM Modi will inaugurate Vizhinjam Seaport on May 2nd  after the VGF deal, following the Dec 2024 launch. The port’s strong cargo handling positions…

Adani Ports will acquire its former Australian terminal (50 MTPA capacity, valued at A$3.975B) from a promoter entity in a non-cash deal, issuing shares…

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)…

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)…

Record steel handling at JN Port: NSDT unloads 20,179 MT in one day, surpassing the old record of 17,266 MT. Sets new benchmark. The…

Govt plans massive port capacity boost to 10,000 MTPA by 2047, aiming for global maritime leadership via new ports & reforms. The Indian government…

The ‘One Nation, One Port’ initiative aims to digitise port processes, cut costs, and boost maritime sector efficiency. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and…

The centre initiates the development of six inland waterways in Odisha, enhancing cargo transport and river cruise tourism. The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping,…

India plans ₹4,000 crore investment to expand Chabahar Port capacity to 500,000 TEUs in 10 years, boosting regional trade links. In a significant push…

SMPK unveils a cutting-edge simulator for river pilots, enhancing training and safety in India’s oldest operational port. The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK),…

JV signs pact for reclamation and shore protection at Maharashtra’s new port. A joint venture between Jan De Nul and DEME has signed a…

Dubai-based Sharaf Group to develop an inland container terminal at Vizhinjam. Vizhinjam International Seaport is set to receive a ₹5,000 crore investment from Dubai-based…

US and Swiss investors secure a 90% stake in Panama Ports Company for $22.8B. In a major geopolitical and trade shift, a BlackRock-backed investor…

DBGT facilitates CMA CGM’s ad hoc call, boosting VOC Port’s trade links to Singapore. In a significant step towards expanding its international trade network,…

New jetties and terminals boost trade; IWAI launches a digital portal to ease approvals. The National Waterways (Construction of Jetties/Terminals) Regulations, 2025, introduced by…

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launches ‘One Nation-One Port,’ Bharat Ports Global Consortium, MAITRI, and India Maritime Week. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways,…

Chennai Port sets a cargo handling record for four days and excels in RoRo ops & gate movement, enhancing trade efficiency. Chennai Port has…

VOC Port becomes India’s first major port to surpass 1 MW in rooftop solar capacity with a new 400 kW addition. V. O. Chidambaranar…

 Jebel Ali Port handled 15.5M TEUs in 2024, its highest since 2015, reinforcing its position as a key global trade hub. DP World has…

CONCOR boosts cold chain logistics with double-stack reefer container service. The Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) has introduced an innovative solution to improve the…

Budget 2025-26 announces a ₹25,000 Cr Maritime Development Fund, new shipbuilding clusters, and port modernisation. In a landmark move to strengthen India’s maritime sector,…

Minister Shantanu Thakur reviews JNPA projects, signs MoUs, and launches new initiatives to boost India’s maritime trade. On January 29, 2025, Shantanu Thakur, Union…

IWAI opens a new regional office in Varanasi to streamline projects and enhance Inland Water Transport on NW-1 and tributaries. The Inland Waterways Authority…

Mazagon Dock is constructing India’s largest floating dry dock at Nhava Island, Mumbai, with a Rs 5,000 crore expansion plan. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd…

India’s maritime sector sees historic expansion with mega ports, $1T investment plans, and efficiency gains driving growth. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has declared India’s…

DP World Cochin records 17% growth in 2024, boosting capacity to 1.4 million TEUs, driving trade and sustainability. DP World Cochin has achieved a…

Capt. B. K. Tyagi to hold additional charge as SCI Director (P&A) for 3 months, starting February 1, 2025. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping…

Deendayal Port achieves record vessel handling, traffic volume, rice handling, and exports in December 2024. Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has achieved significant milestones…

JNPA awards Rs 284 crore project to develop a state-of-the-art agro processing facility on 27 acres within the port. Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA),…

Decarbonisation push sees e-bikes rise in ports, but TT Club warns of safety and fire risks. As ports and terminals intensify efforts to decarbonise,…

Most major ports report robust financial health, with modernisation and digitalisation driving profitability despite challenges. India’s major ports have reported overall sound financial health…

Major ports adopt ‘HaritSagar’ guidelines for reducing carbon emissions through renewable energy and green initiatives. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has launched…

India partners with South Korean shipyards to boost its shipbuilding sector, aiming for a global top-five rank by 2047. India has taken a significant…

India boosts cargo-handling capacity with ₹545 crore projects, aiming for global maritime leadership by 2047. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal…

India’s major ports report a 4.95% drop in November cargo traffic, with JNPA and Deendayal showing growth amid sector-wide decline. Cargo traffic at India’s…

JNPA hosts a two-day convention fostering collaboration, innovation, and workforce development across India’s major ports. The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India’s leading port,…

Kerala extends Adani’s Vizhinjam Port timeline to 2028, shortening project completion by 17 years under a revised agreement. The Kerala cabinet has approved a…

Adani Gangavaram Port introduces a WDG3A locomotive to boost logistics efficiency and meet growing regional demand. Adani Gangavaram port enhances rail operations with new…

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways concluded Special Campaign 4.0, enhancing workspace cleanliness and productivity with sustainable initiatives. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping…

Vizhinjam port is set to enhance cargo movement with a container rail terminal while awaiting direct rail access, projected for 2028. Vizhinjam Port is…

Kandla Port plans a new container terminal and multipurpose berth in Gujarat, aiming to reclaim land lost to Paradip Port. Kandla Port is set…

New Mangalore Port halts breakwater construction due to protests by fishermen, with concerns about potential material displacement from the Northern Breakwater. The New Mangalore…

India is forming a consortium to acquire and develop foreign ports, enhancing its global maritime presence and securing trade routes. India is establishing a…

Starting April 2025, digital bunkering and e-BDNs will be mandatory in the Port of Singapore to streamline operations and enhance transparency. From April 1,…

The modified PLR scheme will benefit over 20,000 employees of Major Ports and Dock Labour Boards from 2020-2026. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime…

Union Minister Sonowal announces plans for a significant boost in India’s container handling capacity, targeting 40 million TEUs by 2029. In a significant announcement,…

Ministry of Ports leads tree plantations, cleanliness drives, and public participation under the Swachhata hi Seva 2024 campaign. In support of the Government of…

The government reduces freight costs, boosts container availability, and eases shipping delays with new measures, aiding smoother exports. In an inter-ministerial meeting chaired by…

The 20th MSDC in Goa saw over 100 issues resolved, unveiling major plans for shipbuilding parks, enhanced port security, and global maritime growth. The…

SDCL will transform into a non-banking financial company focused on ports and shipping by March 2025, boosting sector financing. Sagarmala Development Company (SDCL), the…

PM Modi has laid the foundation for the Vadhavan Port and 218 fisheries projects worth ₹77,560 crores, boosting trade, employment, and sustainability. He will…

Adani Ports is set to acquire an 80% stake in Astro Offshore for $185 million. The purchase will expand its fleet and bolster its…

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, launches the Bengal Middle East Express, a new service connecting Haldia Dock Complex to Jebel Ali Port, UAE, boosting…

JNPA signs MoUs to boost green initiatives and infrastructure development as Sonowal launches sustainable projects at JN Port. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and…

Adani Krishnapatnam Port launches a new cargo handling system to enhance efficiency and reliability in managing containerised and bulk cargo. Adani Krishnapatnam Port has…

Three Gujarat port operators seek extensions as concession agreements approach expiration, but no government decisions have been made yet. The concession agreements for four…

JNPA seeks private partners for a Rs 20,600 crore land reclamation project to build a greenfield container port in Maharashtra. The construction of a…

Chattogram Port resumes full operations. The state minister for Shipping considers waiving extra container storage fees. Chattogram Port, Bangladesh’s primary trade gateway, has resumed…

MV Huahine arrived at Vizag port with 1,99,900 MT of manganese ore, marking a record for Indian ports, says Chairman M. Angamuthu. MV Huahine,…

MoPSW will hold the State Maritime & Waterways Transport Committee meeting on July 16 to develop a comprehensive maritime and waterways transport plan. (Source:…

MoPSW backs IIT Bombay’s Rs. 46 lakh projects to convert dredged sediments into valuable construction aggregates, promoting sustainability. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and…

Adani Ports plans a Rs 10,000 crore investment in Vizhinjam port, Kerala, to boost transshipment and attract global container lines by 2028. Billionaire Gautam…

A 13-member Bangladeshi delegation visits India to assess transhipment potential at East Coast ports, including Chennai, Krishnapatnam, Vishakhapatnam, Kolkata, and Haldia. A thirteen-member delegation…

India’s first semi-automated container port, Vizhinjam, showcases its capabilities as MV San Fernando docks with 2000 containers. MV San Fernando, the first mothership to…

Paradip Port Authority achieves a record 41.12 MMT cargo handling in the first 100 days of FY 2024–25, reflecting 4.78% growth from last year.…

Mormugao Port Authority and Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships are set to organize a one-day conference titled “Port of the Future” on July…

Etihad Cargo and Kuehne+Nagel forge direct e-booking integration, revolutionizing access to real-time capacity and pricing. Etihad Cargo has launched direct e-booking integration with Kuehne+Nagel…

Adani Ports & SEZ reaches a $37 billion market cap, surpassing Beijing-Shanghai High Speed Railway, handling 27 percent of India’s cargo. Adani Ports &…

Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) is set to begin operations at Patenga Container Terminal (PCT) in Chittagong Port, Bangladesh, bringing relief to users of…

Union Minister Sonowal reveals plans to replicate the Chabahar pact in strategic regions to bolster trade connectivity. India’s ambition to replicate the success of…

Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) reports a robust 77 percent increase in net profit for Q4 FY24, reaching Rs 2,015 crore, fueled…

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (Kolkata Port) achieves a profit jump to Rs 501.73 crore in FY’24, along with a record cargo handling of 66.4…

Indian ports get a boost as Govt launches ‘Sagar Aankalan’ guidelines, aimed at enhancing efficiency and competitiveness nationwide. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched the…

Vadhavan Port in Maharashtra receives environmental clearance; cabinet approval is awaited for the Rs 76,220 crore project. The Vadhavan Port in Maharashtra’s Palghar district…

Six mega port clusters to be developed by 2047, enhancing maritime infrastructure and capacity, announced by Minister Sonowal. Six port clusters, out of which…

Kale Logistics Solutions (Kale) has published a readiness survey of 200 ports that revealed 30 percent are not prepared to adopt the International Maritime…

The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC), India’s government has initiated efforts to boost the capacity of ports along the western coast. The country’s largest…