- overview
- strengths
- policies
- agencies
Maritime transport in India handles 95% of the trade by volume, a key part of the economy.
~1629 MTPA
Cargo Handling Capacity at Major Ports during FY 2023-24
4.45%
YoY growth registered on cargo handled by major ports during FY 2023–24
3 days
Average Container Dwell Time. It is less than UAE (4 days), South Africa (4 days), USA (7 days) and Germany (10 days)
819 Mn tonnes cargo handled (FY24)
Demonstrates the rising capacity of India’s major ports.
7,500 km coastline
Optimised through initiatives like Sagarmala to cut logistics costs.
$82 Bn planned investments
Allocated under Vision 2030, Sagarmala, and National Maritime Development programmes.
Major Port Authorities Act reforms
Strengthening autonomy and operational efficiency.
Sagarmala Innovation & Startup Policy
Driving AI and IoT integration for smarter port operations.
Indian Ports Association
011-24369061
To foster growth and development of all major ports
ICC Shipping Association
+91 22 28510444
To facilitate and grow the Indian coastal shipping trade
Indian National Shipowners Association
+91 - 22 - 2218 2105
INSA is committed to promote the overall development of the industry
Shipyards Association of India
+91 11 22742125
Association of Shipyards to promote the cause of shipyards for construction and repair of ships, floating crafts and those engaged in ship ancillary industries
Sagarmala Project
011-23714715
