Maritime Gateway

Maersk and CATL forge global partnership to drive supply chain decarbonization The new agreement builds on a five-year collaboration between the two companies across shipping, intermodal transport, and end-to-end logistics …

Oldendorff and Salzgitter partner to cut emissions in Iron Ore shipping by 20% Beginning in January 2026, Oldendorff will deploy a fleet of fuel-efficient bulk carriers to transport iron ore …

Global Airlines braced for $11 billion supply chain blow in 2025: Report The report attributes the largest share of the impact—about $4.2 billion—to higher fuel costs, as airlines are forced …

India Post to establish major logistics hub near Navi Mumbai Airport According to India Post, JNPA has provided a large land parcel to the Postal Department to create a logistics …

Indian strengthens maritime ties with Mozambique During the visit, Sachet delivered 20 metric tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) supplies, including essential medical stores and medicines, to Mozambican …

DPA hosts maritime roadshow ahead of India Maritime Week 2025 The programme opened with a welcome address by Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman, DPA, who highlighted India’s remarkable maritime advancements …

DPIIT unveils PM GatiShakti–Offshore platform for integrated offshore planning According to DPIIT, the initiative aims to strengthen India’s Blue Economy while supporting the country’s transition toward green energy and sustainable …

Government opens PM GatiShakti portal to private sector for data-driven infrastructure planning Announcing the initiative on October 13, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal launched the ‘PM GatiShakti Public’ platform …

Allcargo Logistics composite scheme approved by NCLT; Domestic and International Business to restructure under separate listed companies Under the approved scheme, the International Supply Chain business of Allcargo Logistics Limited …

Carbon costs reshape shipping finances as $50 billion burden nears In 2025 alone, the inclusion of shipping in the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) is expected to add more than …

Bangladesh to lease three major container terminals to global operators The move is expected to significantly cut vessel waiting times—currently costing operators about $15,000 per day—and accelerate cargo handling through …

MSC and SCI expand IPAK service with addition of Portugal’s Port of Sines The revised port rotation now includes: Sines, Felixstowe, Rotterdam, Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Antwerp, Le Havre, London Gateway, Port …

Kerala’s NH 66 nears completion, set for inauguration in January 2026 The NH 66 project recently drew public criticism after newly built sections in Malappuram, Kannur, and Kasaragod suffered partial …

Gaurav Dayal named new chairperson of JNPA At JNPA, he is expected to drive port modernization, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth, in line with India’s broader maritime vision. The Appointments …

New Vizhinjam port’s second phase to commence on November 5 Developed by Adani Ports, this phase represents an investment of ₹10,000–15,000 crore, making it the largest public–private partnership (PPP) investment …

DP World, Hapag-Lloyd extend partnership at Port of Santos The deal aligns with DP World’s ongoing $190 million expansion project at Santos, which will extend the terminal’s quay to 1,290 …

Kuehne+Nagel unveils Bengaluru air logistics gateway to boost global connectivity Bengaluru was selected for its strategic connectivity to major international hubs — including Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, and Chicago — …

Welspun One achieves ₹2,300 crore financial closure for logistics park at JNPA SEZ The closure was supported by a consortium of advisory partners — CBRE conducted detailed technical due diligence, …

PSA Mumbai launches SEI1 service to strengthen Southeast Asia–India trade corridor The new standalone service establishes a direct and efficient connection between Nhava Sheva and key Southeast Asian ports, including …

CMA CGM sets new FAK rates from Asia to Mediterranean and North Africa The notice applies to Dry, Out of Gauge (OOG), and Paying Empties cargo across all covered corridors. …

Odisha to become first coastal state to roll out marine spatial planning framework Experts believe MSP will unlock Odisha’s largely untapped 575-km coastline, currently dominated by maritime trade, tourism, and …

Three major ports recognised as green hydrogen hubs under NGHM The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched by the Government of India, aims to position the country as a global hub …

Dr. G. Sambasiva Rao elected Chairman of ACFI Andhra Pradesh Chapter The chapter aims to connect Andhra Pradesh airports to global destinations and facilitate exports of mangoes, fruits, and vegetables, …

IRCON International and Coal India sign MoU to boost rail infrastructure development IRCON International, a leading public sector engineering and construction enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, specializes in turnkey …

Europe’s key ports paralyzed as strikes hit Rotterdam and Antwerp The Port of Rotterdam Authority confirmed the shutdown would delay vessel turnaround times across major terminals, though the full extent …

Delta Cargo adopts all-in pricing for US domestic and export shipments Delta emphasized that the adjustment does not represent a rate increase, but rather a move toward “clearer and more …

Global shipping industry divided ahead of crucial IMO vote on net zero framework In the days leading up to the extraordinary IMO session in London, divisions have deepened between powerful …

Kamarajar port sets record by handling longest ever ODC at general cargo berth The Marine Department oversaw the complex unloading process, adhering to strict safety protocols and deploying stabiliser pontoons …

India’s logistics cost to fall to single digits by 2026: Nitin Gadkari The Prime Minister also dedicated to the nation the Alipur–Dichaon Kalan section of Urban Extension Road-II, along with …

PM Modi inaugurates NMIA—India’s new gateway to the West NMIA is certified by IATA’s Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) and the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA), affirming its …

Brundamal gets new Gati Shakti cargo terminal to boost coal logistics Construction of the facility began on July 5, 2023, and was completed within a year, on July 4, 2024. …

Trade Tech named official service provider for UAE’s maritime pre-load cargo information (MPCI) program Trade Tech is recognized globally as a leader in electronic cargo security filings, supporting pre-departure cargo …

Electric power drives Liebherr’s latest crane deliveries to Italy Interporto Rivers Venezia will also receive an LHM 420, configured with electric drive to support bulk and scrap operations at its …

CMA CGM to levy emergency surcharge on Chattogram shipments In a customer advisory issued on 7 October, CMA CGM said the surcharge aims to offset the “increased local operational costs” …

TVS ILP invests ₹250 cr in Grade-A industrial & logistics park in Visakhapatnam Strategically located just 21 km from Vizag Airport, 28 km from Vizag Railway Station, and 32 km …

ABS Marine wins ₹27 crore offshore vessel charter from L&T The latest engagement further consolidates ABS Marine’s growing foothold in India’s offshore logistics and marine services segment. ABS Marine Services …

Udupi Cochin Shipyard launches 70-tonne tug for Adani Group’s Ocean Sparkle The vessel was launched at UCSL’s Udupi facility in the presence of MP Kota Srinivas Poojary, who commended the …

CBIC launches automated system for IFSC code registration to ease Customs procedures The IFSC, an 11-character alphanumeric code, identifies individual bank branches across India for electronic transactions such as NEFT, …

CONCOR, UltraTech Cement partner to move bulk cement by rail Under the agreement, CONCOR will operate dedicated rakes for cement movement across key industrial corridors, creating a logistics system that …

IRS rolls out virtual twin for ships life cycle assessment and 3D classification on Dassault Systèmes platform This initiative is expected to deliver wide-ranging benefits for the maritime sector, including …

Hanwha Ocean achieves world-first LNG ship-to-ship transfer Hanwha Ocean said the controlled transfer of the ultra-cold fuel was completed safely and without incident, underscoring the shipyard’s advanced capabilities in LNG …

Colombo Port posts 5.7% growth in container volumes in first eight months of 2025 Transshipment volumes continued to dominate, rising 3.8% to 4.35 million TEUs compared with 4.19 million TEUs …

Exports helping Indian factories become up to 25% greener Using a Propensity Score Matching–Difference-in-Differences (PSM-DID) approach, the researchers identified how exposure to international markets drives firms to adopt advanced technologies …

India’s coal exports surge 23% in FY25 amid rising regional demand In value terms, coal shipments were pegged at ₹1,643.4 crore in FY25, compared to ₹1,828.2 crore in the previous …

US details new payment rules for China-linked vessel fees According to a notice issued by US Customs, vessel operators—not Customs officials—bear full responsibility for determining and proving payment of the …

Centre backs plan for Shipping Cluster at Dugarajapatnam: Sonowal The Andhra Pradesh government has proposed to develop the cluster across 2,000 acres with an envisaged investment of ₹26,000 crore, including …

NFR records 9.63% growth in freight unloading in September The zone unloaded a total of 1,059 freight rakes during the month, compared to 966 rakes in September 2024. The growth …

Andhra Pradesh unveils ₹23,000-crore plan to emerge as national logistics hub Under the plan, ₹18,485 crore will be invested in port and harbour road connectivity projects, while ₹4,500 crore will …

SCI to build medium-range crude oil tankers to boost energy self-reliance Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, who was also present, said India’s heavy dependence on foreign …

DP World launches Hyderabad’s first reefer rail freight service to Nhava Sheva By consolidating cargo in a single train, rail ensures the entire volume reaches the port together, aligned with …