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Deendayal Port Launches India’s First 1 MW Make-in-India Green Hydrogen Plant

In a landmark move towards sustainable maritime operations, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has commissioned India’s first indigenously developed 1 Megawatt Green Hydrogen Plant. The plant was inaugurated by Hon’ble Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, marking a significant step forward in India’s clean energy journey. The event was graced by Shri Shantanu Thakur, Hon’ble Minister of State for Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri T.K. Ramachandran, IAS, Secretary of the Ministry, Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority, and senior officials from the Port and L&T.

Key Highlights:

  • India’s First 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant:
  • Commissioned under the Make-in-India initiative at Deendayal Port, Kandla.
  • Part of a larger 10 MW Green Hydrogen Project announced by the Prime Minister in May 2025.
  • Fast-tracked Execution:
  • The 1 MW module was completed in just 4 months—a benchmark for green hydrogen infrastructure in India.
  • Capacity & Impact:
  • Can generate 140 metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually.
  • Puts India on the global map for maritime decarbonization and clean port operations.
  • Sustainability in Action:
  • Complements DPA’s earlier green initiatives such as India’s first Make-in-India all-electric Green Tug.
  • The hydrogen ecosystem was 100% engineered and executed by Indian talent, showcasing Aatma-Nirbhar Bharat in practice.
  • Leadership Recognition:
  • The Minister lauded the DPA team and L&T engineers for their speed, precision, and execution excellence.
  • Called the project a “shining example of Speed, Scale, and Skill.”

What This Means for India’s Green Maritime Mission:

This commissioning is more than a technological milestone — it’s a statement of intent. Deendayal Port Authority is not just modernizing port infrastructure but pioneering India’s green shipping vision, aligning perfectly with the country’s Net Zero goals. “This project sets a new benchmark in project execution for the green hydrogen industry in India,” said Shri Sarbananda Sonowal.
As India continues to accelerate its clean energy transition, DPA’s leadership highlights how ports can be innovation hubs driving national sustainability agendas.
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Odisha Ports Attract ₹16.5 Billion Investment, Boosting Trade and Jobs

Odisha is rapidly emerging as a maritime powerhouse, thanks to strategic reforms led by the Odisha Maritime Board and the Commerce & Transport Department. With a focus on infrastructure, connectivity, and port modernization, the state is reshaping its role in both domestic and international trade.

Key Developments:

  • Massive Cargo Handling Boost:
  • Non-major ports now handle 80 MTPA.
  • Dhamra Port leads with 46.08 MTPA, followed by Gopalpur Port at 6 MTPA.
  • Generated ₹3.06 billion in revenue for FY 2024–25.
  • Paradip Port Tops National Rankings:
  • Retained its title as India’s largest cargo-handling major port with 150.41 MTPA.
  • Big-Ticket Investments & Job Creation:
  • JSW Utkal Steel Ltd to build a captive jetty — ₹2.10 billion investment, ~3,450 jobs.
  • Adani Ports & SEZ takes over Gopalpur Ports Ltd (95% equity) — ₹16.55 billion investment, ~5,000 jobs.
  • Port Infrastructure Modernisation:
  • Deep-draft berths and cutting-edge port tech are enhancing Odisha’s global trade integration.
  • Improved feeder services support industrial and agri-zone logistics.
  • Training & Safety Upgrades:
  • Simulators installed at Crew Training Institute (Chandbali) and Odisha Maritime Academy.
  • 35,000+ life-saving devices distributed to boat operators with a 95% subsidy, boosting inland water transport safety.
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India’s Major Ports See 11% Surge in Container Volumes in Q1 FY26

India’s 12 major ports recorded strong growth in Q1 FY26, handling 220 million tonnes (MT) of cargo — a 6% year-on-year (YoY) rise, with container traffic leading the surge.

Key Highlights:

  • Total traffic handled: 220 MT in Q1 FY26 vs. 208.5 MT in Q1 FY25
  • Container cargo: Up 11% YoY to 51.4 MT
  • Raw fertiliser imports: Jumped 19% to 2.6 MT
  • POL cargo: Grew by 8% to 65.5 MT
  • Thermal coal: Increased 3% to 35 MT
  • Iron ore: Remained stable at 13.7 MT

Top Performing Ports

  • Paradip Port (Odisha): Highest traffic at 40 MT (+5% YoY)
  • Deendayal Port (Gujarat): Second highest at 38 MT (+5% YoY)
  • Kolkata Port: Highest YoY growth at 21%, reaching 17.2 MT
  • Chennai Port: Up 16% to 15 MT
  • JNPT (Maharashtra): Largest container handler, 22 MT, making up 43% of total container volume

Container Traffic Performance

  • Overall container volume: Up 10% YoY
  • Total TEUs handled: 3,852 TEUs in Q1 FY26
  • JNPT alone handled 55% of this, with 1,950 TEUs (+16%)
  • Kolkata Dock System: Volume up 21% to 4.2 MT; TEUs up 30% to 234
  • Global Container Market Trends

According to Drewry’s July 17 report:

  • World Container Index (WCI): Fell 2.6%
  • Trans-Pacific spot rates drop:
  • Shanghai–Los Angeles: Down 4% to $2,817/FEU
  • Shanghai–New York: Down 6% to $4,539/FEU
This decline reverses the upward rate trend seen in May-June, indicating a short-lived impact of earlier US tariff hikes.

Other Cargo Insights

  • Coking coal: Fell Up 2% to 16 MT
  • Fertilizer shipments: Dropped 12% to 1.5 MT
  • Other liquids: Down 1% to 8 MT

Quick Facts: India's Major Ports

  • Governed by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
  • Regulated under the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021
  • Includes key ports such as Kolkata, Paradip, Visakhapatnam, Chennai, JNPT, Mumbai, Deendayal, and others
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India’s Port Sector Set to Outpace Global Peers

India’s port sector is gearing up for rapid growth—outpacing many global economies—despite a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty and global headwinds. According to a new report by PL Capital, robust domestic demand, booming trade volumes, and major infrastructure investments are fuelling this momentum.
“Despite global uncertainty, India’s ports are poised for faster growth, driven by rising consumption and government-led infrastructure projects,” the report notes.

Key Highlights:

  • Sustained Growth Trajectory:
Cargo volumes at Indian ports grew at a CAGR of 6.2% from FY2002 to FY2025.
  • Non-major ports: CAGR of *9.1%
  • ○ Major ports: CAGR of *4.7%
  • Expanding Capacity:
India currently operates:
  • 12 major ports (central government)
  • 200+ non-major ports (state governments)
  • Total capacity: ~2,700 million metric tonnes (mmt)
  • Target by 2047: 10,000 mmt
  • Growth Drivers:
  • Government Initiatives: Sagarmala, PM Gati Shakti
  • Industrial Expansion & Export-oriented manufacturing
  • Higher containerisation & multimodal logistics adoption
  • Rising private sector participation
  • Infrastructure Overhaul:
  • Ports are undergoing structural transformation
  • Focus on technology-driven efficiencies
  • Improved connectivity and capacity expansion
  • Strategic Role in Economic Vision:
As India aims to become a $10 trillion economy by FY2030, the port sector is positioned as a core enabler of this growth.
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Dhamra Port Sets Record with 187,000-Tonne Coking Coal Shipment

In a major milestone for Indian maritime logistics, Dhamra Port in Odisha has handled its largest-ever coking coal consignment, receiving a massive 186,782 metric tonnes imported by Tata Steel Ltd, one of the country’s leading steel producers.
The vessel—measuring nearly 300 metres in length and equipped for deep-draft navigation (18.40 metres)—highlights the port’s ability to accommodate ultra-large cargo ships, reinforcing its strategic importance on India’s eastern coastline.
Operated by the Adani Group, Dhamra Port continues to set new benchmarks in operational efficiency and infrastructure excellence, serving as a critical hub for bulk cargo and raw material imports.
“This achievement showcases not only the port’s expanding capabilities, but also Odisha’s emergence as a key player in India’s industrial and trade landscape.”

Key Highlights:

  • Record-breaking import of 186,782 MT coking coal
  • Handled on a vessel nearly 300m long, with 18.40m max draft
  • Imported by Tata Steel, supporting major steel production needs
  • Underscores Dhamra Port’s deep-draft cargo handling capacity
  • Boosts Odisha’s profile as a logistics and industrial hub
  • Reflects seamless coordination across port, shipping, and industry
  • Strengthens India’s steel supply chain and trade infrastructure
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Vadhavan Port to Link 24 Maharashtra Districts via Samruddhi Mahamarg: A Maritime Game-Changer

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the upcoming Vadhavan Port will revolutionize the state’s logistics and trade ecosystem by directly connecting 24 districts through the Samruddhi Mahamarg expressway.
The announcement was made during the inaugural session of the Maharashtra Maritime Summit 2025 in Mumbai, which brought together top policymakers, industry leaders, diplomats, and global maritime experts.
“The Vadhavan Port will be a game-changer — not just for coastal trade, but for inland logistics connectivity. With seamless road access and an offshore airport, this will unlock new economic corridors for Maharashtra,” said CM Fadnavis.

Key Highlights from the Summit:

  • Direct connectivity: Vadhavan Port to link 24 districts via Samruddhi Mahamarg and feeder roads.
  • Multimodal future: Offshore airport planned to boost cargo movement efficiency.
  • Skill-focused development: Youth skill-building programs to prepare workforce for port-led jobs.irport planned to boost cargo movement efficiency.
  • Policy push: Formation of a Maritime Acceleration Task Force to speed up implementation of port infrastructure projects.
  • Industry participation: Thought leaders from Adani Ports, JSW Infra, DP World, Damen Shipyards, Candela, and others discussed:
  • Attracting global shipbuilding and ship-breaking partnerships.
  • Expanding India's maritime manufacturing capacity.
  • Tapping waterway transport to decongest highways.
  • Diplomatic presence: Multiple foreign diplomats showed interest in maritime partnerships with Maharashtra.
Minister for Ports and Fisheries, Nitesh Rane, emphasized the importance of public-private collaboration and announced a forward-looking Maritime Roadmap focused on innovation, job creation, and sustainable port development.
“We must look beyond traditional shipping — Maharashtra can become the next global hub for shipbuilding, inland waterway transport, and blue economy opportunities,” Rane stated.
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Vizhinjam Port Targets 40% EXIM Share in Cargo Volumes Over Next 3–5 Years

Vizhinjam International Seaport, India’s first deepwater transshipment hub, is rapidly emerging as a game changer in the maritime logistics sector. The port is now gearing up to handle direct export-import (EXIM) cargo, aiming for a 40:60 ratio between EXIM and transshipment volumes within the next 3–5 years.
“Initially, we expected only 10% EXIM share in the first year. But interest from exporters and consignees suggests we might hit 10–15% right away,” said a senior official from Adani Ports and SEZ (APSEZ).

Key Highlights:

  • High Exporter Interest: Major players such as Volvo, Marks & Spencer, and textile exporters from Tiruppur and Coimbatore are lining up to ship directly from Vizhinjam to Europe, Singapore, and the Far East.
  • Time & Cost Savings: Direct EXIM routes from Vizhinjam could cut transit time by 14–15 days, bypassing the traditional Chennai/Tuticorin-Colombo transshipment route.
  • Strategic Location: Situated just 10 nautical miles off the busy East-West and Far East–Middle East shipping corridor.
  • Direct EXIM Operations to commence by September 2025, pending last-mile infrastructure readiness.

Infrastructure Push:

  • Road Access: A new road link to NH66 (Mumbai-Kanyakumari Highway) is under construction to enable smoother truck movement.
  • Rail Connectivity: A 10.7 km underground railway line to Balaramapuram is planned for completion by December 2028.
  • Truck Handling Capacity: Acloverleaf interchange is proposed to manage the entry of 1,000–2,000 trucks daily.

Growth Milestones:

  • Operational Milestones:
  • Trial run: July 11, 2024
  • Commercial launch: December 3, 2024
  • Vessels handled so far: 395, including 23 ultra-large container ships
  • MSC Irina, the world’s largest container vessel, made its maiden India call at Vizhinjam
  • Cargo handled: 8.4 lakh TEUs to date

Future Investments:

  • ₹10,000 crore expansion planned by APSEZ
  • Breakwater extension from 3 km to 4 km
  • Jetty expansion from 800m to 2,000m
  • Capacity boost: From 1.5 million to 4.5 million TEUs annually by 2028

Strategic Impact:

  • Reduces India's dependence on foreign transshipment ports like Colombo, Dubai, and Singapore
  • Potential savings for Indian exporters/importers on logistics time and costs

Public-Private Partnership:

Vizhinjam port is a PPP project between the Kerala government and APSEZ, India’s largest port operator.
Under the revenue-sharing model, the Kerala government will start receiving 1% of port revenue from 2035, increasing annually by 1%, capped at 40%.
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SMP Kolkata Sets New Benchmark: Fastest-Growing Major Port in Q1 FY 2025-26

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), has emerged as India’s top-performing major port for the first quarter of FY 2025-26, achieving record-breaking cargo and container volumes that highlight its growing importance in India’s maritime trade landscape.
In just three months (April to June 2025), SMPK handled 17.186 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo—a staggering 21.21% growth over the 14.2 MMT handled in Q1 last year.

Container Growth Soars

June 2025 alone saw 81,000 TEUs, a 25% jump from June 2024. Total container throughput for Q1 FY 2025-26 reached 234,270 TEUs, reflecting a 29.02% year-on-year growth.

Key Highlights:

  • Vegetable oil: 1.095 MMT handled — up 33.21%
  • Cooking coal: 2.653 MMT — up 34.28%
  • POL (Petroleum, Oil & Lubricants): 2.495 MMT — up 14.45%

Leadership Speaks

Mr. Rathendra Raman, Chairman of SMP Kolkata, hailed the achievement as a reflection of “collective spirit and operational synergy” across the SMPK ecosystem.
“These achievements are more than just numbers—they represent the dedication of our people and the collaboration with key stakeholders.”
He also praised the efforts of Deputy Chairman Mr. Samrat Rahi, Team SMPK, and extended gratitude to Eastern and South Eastern Railways, Customs, and CISF for their unwavering support.

Strategic Vision in Motion

SMP Kolkata’s success is driven by:
  • Strategic planning and infrastructure upgrades
  • Customer-focused services
  • Efficient coordination between its twin dock systems:
  • Kolkata Dock System (KDS)
  • Haldia Dock Complex (HDC)
The port continues to be a crucial logistics hub for Eastern and Northeastern India, and landlocked neighbors like Nepal and Bhutan.
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JNPA Surges Ahead with 15.52% Q1 Growth in Container Traffic

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), the crown jewel of India’s maritime infrastructure, has posted an impressive 15.52% year-on-year growth in container traffic for Q1 FY 2025-26. The port handled 1.95 million TEUs and 24.2 million tonnes of total cargo between April and June 2025—setting a new benchmark in operational efficiency and throughput.

Key Highlights (April–June 2025):

  • Container traffic:
  • 19,50,188 TEUs handled — up 15.52% YoY
  • 1,764 container rakes handled, up from 1,534 last year
  • 284,102 TEUs via rail, up from 243,309 TEUs last year
  • Total cargo throughput:
  • 24.20 million tonnes — up 10% YoY
  • Terminal infrastructure:
  • 5 world-class container terminals: NSFT, NSICT, NSIGT, BMCT, APMT
  • Dedicated Shallow Water Berth for general cargo
  • Liquid Cargo Terminal managed by BPCL-IOCL; new terminal upcoming via JSW-JNPA JV
  • Strategic investments:
  • Newly constructed coastal berth improving coastal container trade
  • Multi-product SEZ spread over 277 hectares to boost export manufacturing
  • Development of Vadhvan Port (India’s 13th Major Port) – a deep-draft, all-weather, 100% greenfield port poised to be among the top 10 ports globally

What's Driving the Growth?

JNPA attributes its continued success to:
  • High terminal productivity
  • Strong rail connectivity
  • Integrated support infrastructure
  • Steady capacity utilization aligned with market demand
A port authority communique emphasized that this momentum positions JNPA to achieve even higher throughput in the upcoming quarters.

Why it matters:

JNPA’s stellar performance reflects India’s growing strength in global trade logistics and its push for infrastructure modernization. With upcoming mega-projects like Vadhvan Port and increasing private partnerships, JNPA is not just keeping pace—it’s setting the pace.
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VOC Port Sees 80% Surge in Limestone Handling in Q1 FY 2025-26

In a strong start to the financial year, V. O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port) reported a significant surge in limestone handling during Q1 FY 2025-26, reinforcing its strategic importance in India’s logistics and supply chain network.
The port handled 4,93,086 tonnes of limestone, marking an impressive 80.20% increase compared to 2,73,629 tonnes during the same period last year (Q1 FY 2024-25).
This jump highlights VOC Port’s increasing operational efficiency and its growing role as a critical gateway for raw material imports, especially for India’s construction and manufacturing sectors.

Key Highlights:

  • 80.20% growth in limestone volume handled YoY (Q1 FY25-26 vs Q1 FY24-25)
  • Total limestone handled: 4.93 lakh tonnes this quarter
  • Growth driven by improved port handling capabilities and rising import demand
  • Vital link in supply chains for cement, steel, and construction industries
  • Strengthens VOC Port’s position as a preferred logistics hub in southern India
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