Susanta Kumar Purohit, Chairperson of the V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, addressed the media in Madurai about the upcoming India Maritime Week 2025. He highlighted the port’s achievements, ongoing projects, and future green initiatives aimed at sustainability, including a Green Hydrogen Pilot Project and plans for a 6 MW wind farm.
India has emerged as a premier global supplier of seafarers, boasting over 300,000 trained professionals, as highlighted by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. Significant reforms and investments have transformed the maritime sector, creating vast opportunities in ports, shipbuilding, and green technologies, thus reinforcing India’s leadership in the maritime economy.
Vedanta Aluminium operates a sophisticated logistics network, transporting over 55 million tonnes of cargo in FY2025, nearly 4% of Indian Railways’ total freight. Covering Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh, the company emphasizes sustainability by prioritizing rail transport and employing India’s largest fleet of lithium-ion electric forklifts, enhancing workplace efficiency and safety.
India’s maritime sector is evolving into a leader in climate resilience, as highlighted by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. With the Maritime India Vision 2030, Indian ports are embracing sustainable practices. Collaboration and innovation in green technologies are essential for achieving a sustainable maritime future, as emphasized by key industry leaders.
India is emerging as a prime destination for international marine investors, offering 100% FDI in shipping and shipbuilding. Key incentives include a decade-long tax holiday and zero GST on ship imports. At the ‘India Maritime Investment Meet’ in London, officials outlined plans to enhance port capacity and foster sustainable growth.
VOC Port is leading the way in sustainability through green initiatives, operating a 5 MW orpotry drive, a 2 MW wind power plant, and a 1.04 MW rooftop solar system. Forecasts show these efforts will generate 12.65 million units of Green Power, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions and supporting India’s green transition.
