Adani firm, NMDC and Vale sign MoU to develop iron ore blending hub at Gangavaram Port

Adani Ports, NMDC, and Vale SA have signed an MoU to develop an integrated iron ore blending facility and SEZ at Gangavaram Port. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance India’s East Coast iron ore export value chain, boosting efficiency and global competitiveness. The initiative will position Gangavaram Port as a major export hub, capable of […]

CMA CGM plans to deploy additional capacity and upgrade services from India ahead of the summer season to capture an expected rise in volumes. The sharpened focus on India comes as global shipping normalises after pandemic-era disruptions and record profits. Freight rates have retreated from Covid highs.

The Department of Public Enterprises has approved a proposal to grant Navratna status to state-run shipbuilder Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE). This move will provide GRSE with greater financial and operational autonomy, allowing for larger investments and quicker expansion.

Cochin Shipyard has secured a significant order worth USD 360 million from France’s CMA CGM Group. The deal involves building six LNG-powered vessels. This marks the first time CMA CGM is placing orders with an Indian company. The first vessel is expected by February 2029.

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd signed an MoU with France’s Port of Marseille Fos to expand cooperation in trade facilitation, port innovation and energy transition. The partnership proposes setting up an IMEC Ports Club to improve coordination among ports along the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor route and strengthen connectivity between India and the […]

In a significant decision, the National Green Tribunal has green-lighted the ambitious Great Nicobar mega infrastructure project. After thorough inspection, the tribunal determined that the environmental clearances come with robust protective measures. It underlined the project’s vital role in regional development.

A significant Over Dimensional Cargo consignment has reached Pandu via National Waterway-2. This cargo is vital for Assam’s semiconductor ecosystem. It began its journey from Diamond Harbour and is being transported by MV Chitrangada. The cargo is destined for Tata Semiconductor Assembly in Morigaon. This highlights inland waterways as an efficient and green logistics solution […]

Indian-American maritime executive Dr. SV Anchan received the ACE Global Bridges 2026 Global Maritime Personality For Performance & Leadership Award from a UN agency and Bahrain’s Chamber of Commerce. Anchan, a third-generation shipping leader, also made history as the first Indian-American appointed to the Board of Directors of the prestigious American Club.

India’s government plans a significant Rs 12.2 lakh crore capital expenditure for 2026-27. This investment will primarily boost shipbuilding, national highways, railways, and metro rail projects. The focus is on creating physical infrastructure and driving long-term economic growth. Shipbuilding is a new priority, aiming to increase India’s global share and reduce foreign shipping costs.

Adani Mundra Port in Gujarat achieved significant milestones in January 2026. The port recorded its highest-ever monthly automobile exports, shipping 25,762 vehicles. It also set a new record for single-vessel loading, handling 5,701 vehicles. Additionally, the liquid terminal processed a record 1.120 million tonnes of liquid cargo. These achievements underscore Mundra’s growing importance in supporting […]