India Shipping News

US proposes resolution to UNSC to defend free navigation, secure Hormuz; Rubio says “test” for UN WASHINGTON D.C.: The United States on Tuesday (local time) proposed a draft resolution in …

Ceasefire with Iran is not over : U.S. Defense Secretary WASHINGTON : U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday that the ceasefire with ‌Iran was not over, even as …

Trump says Project Freedom to be “paused for short period of time” while naval blockade on Iran continues WASHINGTON D.C.: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) announced that …

“Unacceptable”: PM Modi condemns attack on UAE’s Fujairah, expresses solidarity after 3 Indians injured NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s deep-rooted ties with the United Arab …

EXG handle Multimodal Movement of Huge Process Columns MUMBAI: Express Global Logistics (EXG) have handled the multimodal transport and barging movement of super-heavy process columns through synchronised SPMT and marine …

DPA Kandla signs landmark MoU to enable liquid Green Hydrogen exports GANDHIDHAM : In a decisive step towards shaping India’s clean energy future, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla has signed …

Cabinet approves two more semiconductor manufacturing units with cumulative investment of more than Rs. 3,900 crore NEW DELHI : The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi …

Cabinet approves three multitracking projects covering 19 Districts increasing the existing network of Indian Railways by about 901 Kms NEW DELHI : The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by …

Cabinet approves Ship Repair Facility at Vadinar, Gujarat NEW DELHI : The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the development of …

Cabinet approves Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 amid West Asia Crisis NEW DELHI : The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved Emergency Credit …

Iran prevents entry of U.S. warships into Strait of Hormuz – reports TEHRAN: Iran’s navy has said it has turned away enemy warships attempting to traverse the Strait of Hormuz …

Manufacturing PMI rises to 54.7 in April, cost pressure hits 44-month high NEW DELHI : India’s private sector manufacturing activity growth recovered in April on the back of a sharper …

Central Railway begins automobile freight operations from Igatpuri Goods Shed NASHIK : In a significant boost to its freight operations, Central Railway (CR) has successfully commenced the first-ever loading of …

How Logistics Workforce Skills Are Evolving in the Age of Digital Supply Chains By Tanuj Anand, Senior Manager – Logistics, NICDC Introduction – Workforce Transition The rapid expansion of global …

Aushadhi Express launched: CONCOR Strengthens Pharma Cold Chain from Hyderabad to JNPT NEW DELHI : In a significant step toward strengthening India’s pharmaceutical logistics ecosystem, Container Corporation of India Ltd. …

Structured tender model for shipbuilding: Government aims tech transfer, local manufacturing NEW DELHI : With focus on building resilience in the shipping sector, amid the West Asia conflict and increased …

Andhra Pradesh strengthens industrial ecosystem with CM Naidu’s push AMRAVATI : As Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu assumed office as Chief Minister of the undivided Andhra Pradesh in 1995, he set …

DPA Kandla to convert invasive Kutch shrub(Gando Bawal) into bio-methanol in Rs 100 crore pilot project GANDHIDHAM : The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) Kandla in Gujarat is developing India’s first …

DPA Chairman engages with Shramiks during landmark wheat export operation GANDHIDHAM : In a strong reaffirmation of Deendayal Port Authority’s people-centric approach, Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman, DPA, personally …

Piyush Goyal discusses boosting India-Japan economic ties, MSME partnerships with Japanese delegation NEW DELHI: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal met a Japanese delegation led by Takayuki Kobayashi, …

IMO progresses work on ship emissions, pollution and ocean protection LONDON: The Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) concluded its 84th session with a commitment to …

Bulk carrier reports being attacked by multiple small craft off Iran : UKMTO LONDON : A bulk carrier reported being attacked by multiple ​small craft while ​transiting north about 11 …

US redirects 48 vessels in Hormuz to enforce Iran port blockade WASHINGTON : US President Donald Trump has said he was “not satisfied” with a new Iranian negotiating proposal, as …

IRGC announces new maritime rules to tighten control over Arabian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz waters TEHRAN : Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced to impose new rules …

US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz WASHINGTON D.C.: The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face …

Trump says US to ‘guide’ stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz WASHINGTON D.C. : President Donald Trump has said that the US will help guide stranded vessels out of the …

Piyush Goyal congratulates IIFT on 63rd Foundation Day, highlights its role in advancing India’s Global Trade and Policy Ecosystem NEW DELHI : The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), an …

JNPA inaugurates India’s largest battery swapping & charging station for Heavy Electric Vehicles at NSFT Terminal MUMBAI : In a major stride towards sustainable maritime operations, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority …

Gujarat CM Patel meets Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong SURAT : Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Mr. Simon Wong, who was in Surat to participate in the Vibrant …

2,792 MoUs singed at Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference; expected to create 2.82 lakh jobs SURAT : Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi on Saturday (May 2, 2026) said investment …

India–Norway Maritime Connect strengthens push for Green Shipping and advancements MUMBAI : On the sidelines of the Indo–Norway Maritime Connect held in Mumbai, Shri Sushil Khopde, IPS, Additional Director General, …

MT Desh Garima berths at Mumbai with critical crude cargo; SCI commends crew and stakeholders MUMBAI : Marking a significant operational milestone, MT Desh Garima, a tanker of the Shipping …

GMU signs MoU with National Institute of Technology Calicut GANDHINAGAR : Gujarat Maritime University (GMU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Technology Calicut (an Institute …

5th India–Tanzania Joint Trade Committee Meeting held in Dar es Salaam to Strengthen Bilateral Economic Cooperation DAR ES SALAAM: The 5th Session of the India–Tanzania Joint Trade Committee (JTC) was …

Nitin Gadkari Launches India’s First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Barrier-less Tolling System in Gujarat SURAT: Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari announced the launch of India’s …

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition at Grand Opening of VGRC in Surat SURAT: Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the five-days Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition held …

Gujarat CM pitches Gujarat’s growth story at Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, Surat SURAT: Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel on Friday inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) in Surat, …

Great Nicobar Project – Strategic Importance, Sustainable Development NEW DELHI: Great Nicobar Project – Strategic Importance, Sustainable Development Introduction The Great Nicobar Project is a strategic project which aims to …

DPIIT Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia reviews NICDC projects in Haryana and Rajasthan; holds industry stakeholder consultations NEW DELHI: Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal …

Department of Commerce Notifies Revised Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Schedules for Alignment with Amended Customs Tariff NEW DELHI: The Department of Commerce has issued Notification …

APEDA signs 70-Year Lease Agreement for Basmati and Organic Training Centre in Pilibhit NEW DELHI: In a significant step towards strengthening the Basmati rice ecosystem in India, the transfer of …

OOCL orders twelve 13,600 TEU class LNG dual-fuel container vessels SINGAPORE : OOCL entered into the relevant shipbuilding contracts with Hudong‑Zhonghua Shipbuilding (Group) Co., Ltd. on April 29, 2026. These …

Invest India facilitates 60 Projects worth Over USD 6.1 Billion in FY 2025–26, Generating over 31,000 jobs NEW DELHI: Invest India, the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency under the …

Adani Enterprises Ltd announces Q4 and FY26 results Consolidated EBITDA at Rs. 16,464 cr AHMEDABAD : Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL), the flagship company of the Adani Group, announced its results …

Piyush Goyal chairs review meeting on plan of action for achieving USD 2 Trillion export target by 2030-31 NEW DELHI : The Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush …

India sees strong export uptick in first three weeks of April as new trade deals boost prospects: Piyush Goyal NEW DELHI: Indian exports witnessed a significant increase during the first …

GIFT City to expand its area by 15%; over 161 acres to be added GANDHINAGAR : GIFT City is set to grow by more than 15 per cent, with plans …

Triton Logistics & Maritime visits Ports and Depots to Honour Workforce Ahead of World Labour Day “Tarakki sabko dikhti hai… par mehnat karne wale kab dikhenge?” With this thought, Triton …

MV DD Voyager berths at Deendayal Port with bulk fertilizer cargo for Narmada Biochem GANDHIDHAM : MV DD Voyager has successfully berthed at Deendayal Port, carrying a substantial consignment of …

Ganga Expressway targets sub-10% logistics costs, ₹30,000 crore annual savings: Adani Group HARDOI : Adani Group highlights the corridor’s potential to cut freight costs, improve supply chain efficiency and drive …