The New Mangalore Port Trust (NMPT) is making efforts to woo importers and exporters from the neighbouring regions. For example, recently the port officials held consultations with exporters from Shimoga region in this regard. The officials urged the importers and exporters of Sh
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NMPT makes efforts to woo traders
The New Mangalore Port Trust (NMPT) is making efforts to woo importers and exporters from the neighbouring regions. For example, recently the port officials held consultations with exporters from Shimoga region in this regard. The officials urged the importers and exporters of Sh
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Odisha govt proposes port connectivity projects
Odisha government proposed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to upgrade road connectivity to six non-major ports in Astarang, Baliharchandi, Gopalpur, Dhamra, Chudamani and Subarnarekha. It may be recalled that in February 2012, the Odisha government awarded the contract for feasibility studies for four-lane connectivity to these non-major ports to two cons
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Chennai Port directs Adani Ports to central govt
According to industry sources, Chennai port directed Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) to seek security clearance from the central government to bid for the proposed container terminal project. Chennai port, which is in the process of awarding the proposed Rs 3,686 crore container terminal project, received a representation from Adani Ports seeking eligib
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IIM study identifies ports for transshipment hub
A study by IIM Ahmedabad shows that Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) would be the logical choice for a transshipment hub port on the west coast based on the commercial criteria. However, from an infrastructure perspective, the port does not have the draft to accommodate future generation vessels. Mundra is better placed as far as draft is concerned, the
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Court to hear case against TAMP tariff norms
The Delhi High court would soon hear a petition field by the Indian Private Ports and Terminals Association on the tariff guidelines issued by Tariff Authority for Major Ports (TAMP). The association complains that the guidelines of TAMP do not cover all recurring costs and place a cap on rate of return. The tariff, fixed by TAMP on a cost-plus basi
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Govt announces new norms on security nod
Union shipping ministry has simplified security clearance rules for companies who wish to take up port projects. According to the new rules, security clearances issued by the ministry to a company would be valid for three years. The move is intended to fast-track port projects
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Study shows decline in staff strength across major ports
A study by industry body Assocham shows that major ports witnessed over 33 percent decline in its staff strength between 2001 and 2010. During these ten years, the total number of employees in different cadres came down from more than 83,700 to nearly 55,400 at 12 major ports, the stud
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Govt to decide on green nod before auctioning 54 blocks
Government would soon decide on whether to secure environment and forest clearances for the 54 coal blocks before auctioning them to power, steel and other firms. According to reports, government finds it preferable to secure green nod before auctioning these blocks in order to avoid delay in developing them.
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Experts call for right policy in mining sector
Experts urge government to adopt appropriate policies to tap the mining potential in the interior tribal areas. They note that mineral rich states such as Chattisgarh, Odisha and Jhar khand, have high levels of poverty, indicating that mineral wealth has not translated into prosperity, so far. Therefore, they urge gove rnment to come out with policy that facilitates inclusive development of mining sector which takes into account the overall progress of local population.