The Deendayal Port Authority celebrated the Maritime Festival-cum-Roadshow in Gandhidham, Gujarat, launching India Maritime Week 2025. Themed “International Cooperation – Smart Ports: Gateways to Prosperity,” the event highlighted India’s maritime advancements and the crucial role of technology and sustainability in enhancing port and logistics efficiency, fostering innovation and global partnerships.
The Two-Day Training Program on Methanol Bunkering, inaugurated by Nilabhra Dasgupta, IRS, aims to prepare the workforce for future clean fuel operations. This initiative, part of the Deendayal Kaushal Vikas Program, aligns with India’s Green Maritime Vision, enhancing skills for a sustainable maritime industry focused on cleaner fuel alternatives.
Kandla’s CSR initiatives significantly contribute to community development. A notable program supports the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, providing nutritional kits to 334 tuberculosis patients. Additionally, a green hydrogen training program has empowered 28 participants with essential skills. These efforts underscore Kandla’s commitment to health, education, and sustainable growth.
On May 28, 2025, Shantanu Thakur inaugurated significant projects at Deendayal Port Authority, highlighting a commitment to enhancing seafarer welfare and operational excellence. Key developments include a Seafarer Centre with premium amenities, an extended railway infrastructure for better cargo efficiency, and a new telescopic gangway for safer vessel access.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation for key projects in Bhuj, Kutch, emphasizing the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) as a green hydrogen hub under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Investments over ₹1,100 crores aim to modernize infrastructure, enhance clean energy initiatives, and boost regional economic growth toward a Developed India by 2047.
The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat, received a single bid from PVT LTD, backed by Korea Maritime Consultants. The project aims to create a private shipbuilding cluster capable of constructing 2,000 vessels, including VLCCs. However, due to unmet qualifications, the DPA plans to reissue the tender.
The DEENDAYAL Port Authority (DPA) achieved a milestone by docking the Cape Schiff MV Golden Barnet at Cargo Jetty No. 6 on April 26, 2025. The vessel, measuring 292 meters, carried 96,587 MT, marking the first handling of such a large ship since a similar docking four years ago.
The DEENDAYAL Port Authority in Kandla has reached a remarkable milestone, surpassing 10 million metric tons of cargo two days ahead of last year’s deadline. This achievement underscores the port’s efficiency and dedication to service excellence, reflecting its critical contribution to regional economic development, as acknowledged by its chairman and stakeholders.
The global maritime sector is shifting towards sustainability by exploring alternative fuels like methanol for heavy heating oil. Ports in India, such as the VOC port in Thoothukudi, are leading the way in developing green energy infrastructure. The Ministry of Shipping has designated key ports as hydrogen hubs to handle and supply methanol for ships.
Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) has issued E-tenders and e-auctions for a 30-year lease of land in Veera for an integrated shipbuilding facility. The reserve price is 27,510 rupees per year, with final price to be disclosed on February 10, 2025. Interested parties must submit online offers by February 21, 2025, with necessary approvals required.
