The Indian maritime sector has witnessed sustained momentum in recent years, driven by significant expansion in port capacity, proactive policy support, technological advancements and enhanced multimodal connectivity. These factors have collectively improved operational efficiency, streamlined […]
India’s major and non-major ports are witnessing a wave of infrastructure expansion, technological upgrades and capacity augmentation to support rising trade volumes and improve operational efficiency. Driven by policy support and sustained investments, ports are […]
India’s maritime sector has been steadily evolving with a growing focus on building larger and more capable port infrastructure. Alongside improvements in existing ports, there is a clear shift towards developing facilities that can handle […]
By Krishna Kotak, Chairman, JM Baxi The port and maritime segments have witnessed some incredible developments in the last several months. Starting with the onset of tariff tensions in the US, authorities in the US […]
India’s port sector is steadily transitioning into a more efficient, large-scale and future-ready ecosystem, backed by sustained government investment in infrastructure and capital expenditure. Efficiency gains are being driven by tighter operational practices, the adoption […]
By Gautam Bhatikar, Partner; and Vikram Kamath, Principal Associate, Phoenix Legal India recently modernised its maritime laws through five new enactments. These include the Indian Ports Act, 2025, which came into force on August 21, […]
The increasing complexity of global trade, coupled with rising expectations around efficiency, transparency and sustainability, has positioned digital integration at the forefront of port modernisation strategies. As ports evolve into critical nodes within the logistics […]
By S. Sittarasu, Strategic Advisor, Kolkata and Haldia Ports Authority The Indian port sector is witnessing a renewed focus on port-led development, particularly driven by government programmes such as the Sagarmala. A key thrust area […]
By Sameer Bhatnagar, Partner & Lead, Mobility & Logistics, & Global Head (Ports); & Ankush Saxena, Associate Partner, KPMG India India’s ports have long served as gateways to global trade. As India advances towards the […]
In October 2025, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) formally recognised three major ports in India – the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Gujarat, V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port Authority in Tamil Nadu and […]
India has remained a marginal global player in the shipbuilding sector, accounting for barely a fraction of the world’s order book. However, recent policy measures, global supply shifts and strengthening domestic industrial capabilities are setting […]
India’s maritime landscape has witnessed significant transformation over the past decade. The sector is adopting advanced technologies and sustainable practices to enhance port operations. It has also strengthened its global supply chain. Further, the Ministry […]
Over the past three decades, Indian customs has undergone a remarkable transformation from a paper-driven, manual system to a technology-led, digitally empowered trade facilitator. In line with India’s vision of becoming a global trade hub […]
Based on the purpose for which it is undertaken, dredging processes mainly include maintenance dredging and capital dredging. Maintenance dredging is carried out to tackle the accumulation of debris in waterbodies over time. This is […]
India’s port sector is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by rapid digitalisation, sustainable initiatives, infrastructure development and enhanced productivity. With the Maritime India Vision 2030 and the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, the government aims to […]
India’s ports play a critical role in the global supply chain and are central to the country’s broader vision of enhancing its infrastructure. In recent times, sustainability has assumed greater importance, with plans to ultimately […]
The Indian maritime sector plays a critical role in its expanding trade economy. As the country advances its position as a global economic player, it becomes imperative to align port operations with customers’ evolving needs […]
As India progresses towards its ambition of becoming a $5 trillion economy, the ports and shipping sector has emerged as a key pillar of support. The sector is undergoing a sea change driven by the […]
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