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Riding the Growth Wave: Trends in the shipping industry

February 4, 2025

India’s maritime sector serves as the backbone of its trade and commerce, handling around 95 per cent of trade by volume and 70 per cent by value. With a fleet of about 1,500 large vessels, […]

Turnaround time is the most commonly used indicator for measuring port efficiency. Approximately 95 per cent of India’s merchandise export by volume and 70 per cent by value is done through maritime transportation. Recognising this, […]

Key Statistics: Traffic trends at non-major ports

January 6, 2025

Key Statistics: Traffic movement on national waterways

January 6, 2025

Sailing Ahead: Update and progress on the Vadhavan port project

December 3, 2024

The maritime industry in India is on a notable upward trend. Major ports are witnessing an increase in cargo handling, and the demand for containers is also likely to rise in the future. Among other […]

Key Statistics: Dwell time performance at Indian ports

December 2, 2024

Key Statistics: Traffic trends at major ports

December 1, 2024

Expanding the Horizon: Prioritising transshipment hubs in India

November 7, 2024

Transshipment hubs are ports that are connected to both destination and originating ports. At present, about 75 per cent of India’s transhipped cargo is handled at ports outside the country. Of this, Colombo, Singapore and […]

Key Statistics: Growth trends in the Indian shipping industry

November 6, 2024

Enhancing Maritime Assets: Focus on augmenting port and cargo handling capacity

September 18, 2024

In recent years, the Indian port sector has witnessed remarkable progress on account of improved cargo handling infrastructure, efficient logistics and the adoption of technology-driven solutions. The government has launched the Maritime India Vision 2030 […]

Smooth Sailing: Key trends and emerging opportunities in the maritime sector

September 18, 2024

With its expansive coastline, growing maritime trade (both inland and outbound) and an extensive network of inland waterways, India’s maritime sector plays a vital role in boosting economic growth. In recent years, the sector has […]

Interview with Sarbananda Sonowal: “The maritime sector is poised for significant growth and modernisation”

September 17, 2024

The Indian ports and shipping sector has witnessed significant transformation and growth over the years. Initiatives such as the integration of technology into port operations, capacity enhancement and sustainability measures have played a key role […]