A lot of optimism has set in with 100 per cent FDI inflow, the Sagarmala Project, greater thrust on PPP projects, and the ´Make in India´ initiative. The Indian ports and shipping industry plays a vital role in sustaining growth of the country´s
Category: Ports & Shipping
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Govt undertaking measures to modernise ports
With the view to boost exports, the government is undertaking several measures to modernise ports.
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Ford to export cars from Kandla port
American car maker Ford has firmed up plans to use the cost-effective sea route to reach out to the north Indian markets as well export cars to foreign countries.
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India and Iran trying to seal Chabahar port deal
India and Iran are trying to iron out irritants and finish a contract for the expansion project of the strategically located Chabahar Port
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Growth in cargo handled at major ports slows
Falling iron ore volumes has slowed the growth of cargo handled by the country´s 13 major ports in the April-November period.
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Gopalpur port resumes operations
More than two years after it was hit by cyclones, Gopalpur Port in Odisha has resumed operation
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Govt nod to MoU with Spain in ports sector
The government has approved a proposal for a pact with Spain in the ports sector.
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Dighi port is the final node of DMIC
As a result of the capacity constraints being faced by the major ports, cargo is diverted to the private ports due to locational advantages, high operating efficiency, superior cargo handling equipment and investment in large capacity creation.
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Fathoming the deeps
The meandering course of the Indian ports sector, the backbone of the country´s trade and commerce, has long been raising alarms. There are no two views about the importance of ports and their contribution in sustaining the growth and development of the economy.
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Old wine in a new bottle?
While relaxation of the Indian cabotage policy is being observed as a gateway of opportunities, investment in infrastructure and higher logistics costs are believed to be some of the major deterrents.