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Expanding Horizons: Enhancing maritime capacity and capability

September 10, 2026

India’s ports and shipping sector is undergoing a structural transformation with a focus on enhancing capacity, port-led connectivity, digitalisation, automation, and green initiatives. Investments in transshipment infrastructure, inland waterways, and shipbuilding and repair are further […]

Full Sail Ahead: Key developments in the ports and shipping sector

September 10, 2026

India’s maritime sector has witnessed significant progress over the past year, supported by a series of measures aimed at expanding port capacity, strengthening port governance and enhancing operational efficiency. These initiatives are expected to improve […]

Views of Sarbananda Sonowal: “Shipbuilding is a key area requiring accelerated development”

September 10, 2026

India’s maritime sector is entering a phase of rapid expansion, with growing port capacity, rising cargo volumes, expanding logistics networks and the development of new maritime infrastructure. As the country seeks to strengthen its position […]

Views of Gaurav Dayal: “JNPA has transformed from a port into a major container gateway”

September 10, 2026

The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), one of India’s premier container handling ports, completed 37 years of operations in 2026. Over the years, it has evolved from a bulk cargo facility into a major container […]

Views of Sushil Kumar Singh: “DPA is working towards a greener maritime economy”

September 10, 2026

The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) is gearing up to support the transition to green maritime fuels while maintaining flexibility amid the continuing uncertainty in the global regulatory framework for green maritime fuels. It is focusing […]

Maritime Reforms: Key to enabling seamless trade

September 10, 2026

By Krishna B. Kotak, Chairman, JM Baxi The year 1991 is considered the birth year of reforms in India, when the country had to tackle and overcome a bankrupt economy and usher in reforms to […]

New Gateways: Focus on multimodal connectivity, digitalisation and sustainability

September 10, 2026

India’s port sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by rising trade volumes, increasing manufacturing activity, rapid infrastructure development and the growing integration of ports with wider logistics networks. Ports are evolving beyond their traditional […]

Key Statistics: Cargo and commodity traffic trends at Indian ports

September 10, 2026

Key Statistics: Cargo and commodity trends in inland waterways and growth in shipping fleet

September 10, 2026

Rethinking Container Manufacturing: Industrial ambition must follow logistics reality

July 24, 2026

Capt. V.K. Rajakrishnan, Chief Executive Officer, Tristar Container Services Much has been said recently about container manufacturing and shipbuilding in India, with various reasons being advanced for the government’s sudden interest in industries that have, […]

Shipbuilding Strategies: Government initiatives to increase India’s share in global maritime trade

July 3, 2026

A strong shipbuilding industry is essential not only for maritime self-reliance but also for economic growth, employment generation, industrial development and national security. Even with a coastline of over 11,000 km, a large maritime trade […]

Ports are no longer functioning merely as transit and logistics hubs; in fact, they are increasingly evolving into strategic infrastructure assets that support the movement of crude oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas […]

Key Statistics: Dwell time performance of port terminals during April 2026

June 5, 2026

Key Statistics: Vessel performance across India

June 5, 2026

Maritime Expansion: Port development and shipbuilding initiatives in Maharashtra

April 8, 2026

With an extensive coastline spanning 877 km across seven districts, Maharashtra holds a strategic position along key global maritime trade routes in the Arabian Sea. The state’s maritime ecosystem is supported by strong connectivity infrastructure, […]

Ports & Shipping

Expanding Horizons: Enhancing maritime capacity and capability

Full Sail Ahead: Key developments in the ports and shipping sector

Views of Sarbananda Sonowal: “Shipbuilding is a key area requiring accelerated development”

Views of Gaurav Dayal: “JNPA has transformed from a port into a major container gateway”

Views of Sushil Kumar Singh: “DPA is working towards a greener maritime economy”

Maritime Reforms: Key to enabling seamless trade

New Gateways: Focus on multimodal connectivity, digitalisation and sustainability

Key Statistics: Cargo and commodity traffic trends at Indian ports

Key Statistics: Cargo and commodity trends in inland waterways and growth in shipping fleet

Rethinking Container Manufacturing: Industrial ambition must follow logistics reality

Shipbuilding Strategies: Government initiatives to increase India’s share in global maritime trade

Key Statistics: Traffic and performance trends at Jawaharlal Nehru Port

Key Statistics: Growth in the Indian shipping industry

Enhancing Port Facilities: Trends in liquid cargo handling

Key Statistics: Dwell time performance of port terminals during April 2026

Key Statistics: Vessel performance across India

Maritime Expansion: Port development and shipbuilding initiatives in Maharashtra

Key Statistics:Trends in trade flows

Key Statistics: Cargo traffic and efficiency indicators at New Mangalore port

Views of Gaurav Dayal: “Infrastructure expansion remains a key priority for JNPA”