Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) Unveiled
India’s Maritime Sector Sets Sail for a Greener Future In a groundbreaking move towards environmental sustainability, the Union Minister of Port Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, has officially launched the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Green Tug Transition Program…
Short and Long Term Threats of Maersk’s SH3 on Global Market
The launch of Maersk’s SH3 service between China and Bangladesh is set to have significant short-term and long-term effects on the global market. While it offers substantial benefits such as enhanced supply chain efficiency, increased capacity, and economic integration, it…
Challenges for Implementation of Maersk’s SH3 Ocean Service
The implementation of Maersk’s SH3 ocean service between China and Bangladesh will be facing several challenges, spanning operational, market, environmental, social, strategic, and financial aspects. Addressing these challenges requires comprehensive planning, robust infrastructure, strategic market positioning, and proactive stakeholder engagement…
60% Renewable Power at Indian Terminals by 2026 : DP World
DP World continue to explore green power purchase agreements (PPAs), rooftop solar installations and low-carbon technology solutions across its entire portfolio in India. India : DP World has announced a new sustainability target in India, aiming for at least 60%…
Soon Water Metro in Maharashtra to ease Road Traffic
Water Metro Takes Center Stage at Green Shipping Workshop in Kochi. Kochi Water Metro success story resonated with other state governments, including Maharashtra, who expressed keen interest in replicating the model in their own regions. Kochi, India: The Ministry of…
Singapore Launches Southeast Asia’s First Electric Lighter Craft
The Hydromover is expected to reduce emissions by up to 95% compared to conventional diesel-powered vessels and to be deployed commercially in Singapore in early 2024. Singapore : Singapore has taken a significant step towards a greener maritime industry with…
Varanasi Gets Second Floating CNG Station for Boats
GAIL has invested over Rs 350 crore for creating CGD infrastructure in Varanasi and another Rs 100 crore will be spent by 2024 Varanasi, India : In a significant step towards a pollution-free Varanasi, the city’s second floating Compressed Natural…
Indian Coast Guard Successfully Conducts NATPOLREX-IX
Vadinar, Gujarat : The Indian Coast Guard executed the 9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-IX) on November 25, 2023, off Vadinar, Gujarat. Directed by DG Rakesh Pal, Director General Indian Coast Guard, and the Chairman NOSDCP, the exercise assessed…
India’s Ports Rush Towards Green Hydrogen Future
Kandla and Thoothukudi ports receive 13 Eol for green hydrogen hub development India’s ports are rapidly moving towards a greener future with a focus on green hydrogen production and infrastructure development. In a recent meeting chaired by Ports and Shipping…
Enhancing India’s standing on the Logistics Performance Index – Sumita Dawra – Maritime News
Transformative Measures Unveiled in a Collaborative Effort to Boost India’s Logistics Performance New Delhi : In a strategic move to enhance India’s standing on the Logistics Performance Index (LPI), eleven key Ministries and Departments convened to present their comprehensive action…