Construction World (India)

Indian Railways (IR) has operated the first direct commercial container freight train from Kolkata Port to Biratnagar Customs Yard in Nepal, marking a milestone in bilateral freight connectivity. The 40-wagon …

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone is evaluating a potential bid for Associated British Ports, the United Kingdom’s largest port operator, people aware of the discussions told Moneycontrol. A spokesperson …

The shipbuilding centre at Ponnani Port is scheduled to become operational in August as Hyderabad-based Travancore Precision Components finalised an agreement with the Kerala government to establish the facility on …

Adani Ports plans to build a 100-acre container freight station at Vizhinjam Port to enable full EXIM operations after CBIC conditions. The move follows final CBIC approval for the port …

The Andhra Pradesh government has accorded administrative sanction of Rs 16,385.2 million (mn) for acquisition of 6,248.54 acres for the Phase two expansion of the Ramayapatnam, Mulapeta and Machilipatnam greenfield …

Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, became the fastest among all Major Port Authorities in India to cross the 50 million metric tonnes (50 mn t) cargo handling mark during the 2026-27 …

Tata Group To Invest US$1 bn In Shipbuilding In Kerala The Tata Group has sought state approval to invest Rs100 billion (Rs100 bn) in a shipbuilding project in Kerala, the …

Kakinada Gateway Port Limited (KGPL) is progressing at Thondangi in Kakinada, with works by Auro Infra Private Limited and the first phase likely to be completed by December 2026. The …

The Bharatmala and Sagarmala four-lane national highway projects will benefit Kakinada district and Kakinada Smart City by linking the Annavaram National Highway to the Uppalanka area via Vakalapudi and Suryaraopeta …

The Andhra Pradesh government has extended the deadline for completion of the Ramayapatnam Port greenfield construction project to December 2026. The extension applies to a project originally valued at Rs …

Kamarajar Port has become India's second major port to offer an 18-metre draft, following completion of deepening works that enable access for larger vessels. The development is expected to allow …

India and Indonesia agreed to jointly develop the Sabang Port and finalise defence procurement deals including the BrahMos missile and the Astra air-to-air missile following delegation-level talks between Prime Minister …

The Deendayal Port Authority at Kandla completed the loading of 38,500 metric tonnes (t) of bentonite onto MV BUZZARD in 22 hours and 25 minutes, marking a new operational milestone. …

Ningbo, one of China's historic port cities, showcased its smart manufacturing capabilities and global trade strategy during the Encounter & Insight: Dialogue Between Ningbo, China and Colombo, Sri Lanka, held …

Midea Group and Hutchison Port Holdings Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their global supply chain partnership, with an initial focus on improving logistics efficiency, port …

A.P. Moller – Maersk has unveiled its first export-import shipping container manufactured in India, marking a major milestone for the country’s maritime manufacturing sector. The container was launched at the …

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) has urged the Kerala government to take immediate action to prevent the proposed transfer of a 49 per cent stake in AVPPL, the …

The Chennai Port Authority has outlined a major infrastructure push at Kamarajar Port with a 2027 timeline for the second container terminal development. The 25-year-old port now has a cargo …

Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), the terminal arm of the Mediterranean Shipping Company Group, has agreed to acquire a 49 per cent stake in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited, the concessionaire …

Mumbai Port Authority unveiled projects totalling Rs 35,412.9 million (mn) to upgrade berths, develop a marina, improve connectivity and enhance the waterfront to expand cargo handling and boost tourism. The …

Goa has opened a new four-storey riverfront administrative building for the Captain of Ports Department constructed at a cost of Rs 488.7 million (mn). The ship-shaped structure sits on the …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis proposed a dedicated rail freight corridor to link ports with the Samruddhi Expressway during an event in Pune. He outlined the plan as a measure …

The luxury cruise vessel MV Empress arrived at Chennai Port on 20 June, marking the formal launch of a 21-voyage cruise season that will run over the next three months. …

The central government plans to establish seven to eight new international land ports in Bengal to ease the movement of cargo and people across the borders with Bangladesh and Nepal. …

Adani Ports has expanded its partnership with Kaleris with a commitment to invest up to $100 mn in AI-led port automation. The companies announced the investment in a joint statement …

Indian Naval Ship Tarkash (INS Tarkash), a stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, departed Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 15 Jun 2026 after completing a scheduled port call and proceeded on …

Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) has initiated discussions with Japan's Urban Renaissance Agency (UR) to explore potential collaboration on its Vision 2047 Master Plan and future waterfront development initiatives. The meeting, …

Monarch Surveyors and Engineering Consultants has secured a Letter of Acceptance from the Maharashtra Maritime Board for a contract worth Rs 21.7 million (mn) to prepare a detailed project report …

Afcons Infrastructure has received a Letter of Award from Vadhvan Port Project for the construction of a 10.14 km breakwater at the upcoming Vadhvan Port in Maharashtra. The contract is …

Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has achieved a significant milestone by successfully berthing a 292-metre cape-sized bulk carrier, MV Graceous, at the EQ-1 berth in the inner harbour. The vessel arrived …

The Government of India will launch the Land Port Management System (LPMS) in New Delhi on June nine, with the Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah to lead …

In New Delhi, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the Land Port Management System VINIMAY developed by the Land Ports Authority of India. He presented the …

The Andhra Pradesh government has unveiled a blueprint for multi-modal infrastructure covering ports, aviation, roads and logistics. Led by the Departments of Investments and Infrastructure and Roads and Buildings, the …

Karan Adani, managing director of Adani Ports and SEZ (APSEZ) and son of Gautam Adani, met West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari at Nabanna on Wednesday evening. Officials did not …

ABB has won an order from Cochin Shipyard to supply electric tug systems, the companies announced. The contract positions ABB as the technology provider for tug electrification at one of …

The Thar Dry Port intermodal container depot at Hirnoda near Jaipur was inaugurated by the Industry Minister and developed by Hasti Petrochemicals and Shipping Limited as a new gateway for …

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah will launch the Land Port Management System (LPMS) on Tuesday, nine June 2026 in New Delhi, the government said. The LPMS …

Afcons Infrastructure has received the Letter of Award from Vadhvan Port Project for the construction of a 10.14-km-long breakwater at the upcoming Vadhvan Port in Maharashtra. Valued at Rs 53.01 …

ABB has been selected by Cochin Shipyard to supply power and propulsion systems for two electric tugs, part of Phase 1 of India’s Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP), due for …

The Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Yard 3039, Sanghmitra, was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, on 20 May 2026 by Mrs Sarita Vatsayan in the …

Afcons has secured a contract worth Rs 53.01 billion (bn), equivalent to Rs 5,301 crore, to build the main breakwater at Vadhavan Port near Mumbai. The firm won the tender …

India unveiled the Logistics Port Performance Index for FY 2024-25 and four digital governance initiatives at the 37th foundation day of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority in Mumbai. Union Minister …

SHM Group has launched Ocean Crewzer 8, a 29-metre high-speed aluminium passenger craft, at its shipyard in Mumbai. Designed and built in-house, the vessel has been developed to meet current …

The Government has initiated a coordinated Whole of Government response to ease port congestion at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) after a shortage of trailer drivers at Container Freight …

Mumbai Port Authority held a stakeholder meet in Mumbai on 22 May 2026 to review its cargo performance for FY2025-26 and discuss the next operational target of 80 million metric …

Marine Electricals (India) has secured orders totalling Rs 2,087.2 million (mn), excluding taxes, from Adani Infra (India) and Udupi Cochin Shipyard, according to a regulatory filing to the National Stock …

In a development for India's maritime sector, a tripartite memorandum of understanding was signed on 20 April 2026 between HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd, National Shipbuilding & …

Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Bharat Mumbai Container Terminals Pvt. Ltd. (PSA Mumbai), India's largest container terminal at JNP A, to collaborate …

The Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar, crewed by personnel from 16 Friendly Foreign Countries (FFC), arrived at Colombo Harbour on 15 May 2026 as part of its operational deployment in …