Tying up Loose Ends: Cabinet approves revised MCA for PPP projects, issues still remain
In a major development for the Indian port sector, the cabinet on January 3, 2018 approved the long-pending demand for amendments in the model concession agreement (MCA) for public-private partnership (PPP) projects in major ports […]
Quest for Speedy Clearance: DPD seems to be a better option, but is still fraught with challenges
The direct port delivery (DPD) scheme has resulted in a heated debate and garnered much interest in the past one year. Introduced by the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC), the Ministry of Finance, […]
Sustainable Operations: Dredging initiatives for a greener maritime sector
The Indian maritime sector is witnessing rapid expansion, which, in turn, is boosting the need for dredging. Dredging has become an inevitable process for ports to sustain business, the economy and the environment. At a […]