Indian Transport & Logistics

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Women’s participation in the maritime sector rises 340% since 2020

8 May 2026 5:06 PM IST
Women’s participation in India’s maritime sector has increased, highlighting the government’s focus on building an inclusive and future-ready...

JNPA says port operations normal amid trailer, driver shortage

7 May 2026 6:02 PM IST
The port handles 22,000 TEUs daily and said container delays are linked to evacuation issues by CFSs and customs brokers, not terminal congestion.

SCI appoints Chandran Daniel as Director, Bulk Carriers & Tankers

6 May 2026 7:21 PM IST
He replaces Rear Admiral Jaswinder Singh’s additional charge and will serve until July 2027, bringing over three decades of maritime and management...

Cabinet clears Rs.1,570 crore ship repair facility at Vadinar

6 May 2026 6:41 PM IST
Project by DPA and CSL will enable repair of large vessels up to 300m, reduce reliance on foreign yards and boost jobs, MSMEs and maritime capacity in...

India marine exports hit record $8.28bn in 2025–26 despite odds

5 May 2026 12:09 PM IST
Seafood exports reach 1.93 million tonnes, the highest ever, as the sector withstands tariff pressures, geopolitical risks and volatile global trade...

Hapag-Lloyd reopens Upper Gulf trade lanes via feeder network

4 May 2026 6:04 PM IST
The operational framework includes bonded cargo movements between Sharjah and Khorfakkan, linking these hubs to ports in Oman and India.

Nhava Sheva rates jump 31% as global ocean market splits

2 May 2026 1:50 PM IST
Xeneta data shows India export pricing rising sharply, even as US demand lifts key lanes and weaker cargo volumes continue to push Europe-bound rates...

India plans 62 vessels with ₹51,383 crore shipping push in FY27

30 April 2026 6:01 PM IST
Move follows Strait of Hormuz review, with govt seeking fleet expansion, inter-ministerial coordination and a white paper to address maritime gaps

When the world’s narrowest routes begin to break global trade

28 April 2026 8:08 PM IST
Disruptions across key sea routes are driving up costs, delaying cargo, and exposing how deeply global supply chains rely on a few critical passages

CMA CGM reflags fifth vessel under Indian flag, sixth due in May ahead

23 April 2026 12:40 PM IST
Move deepens India presence and expands capacity key routes as firm plans more vessels and integrated logistics support.

India approves ₹12,980 crore maritime insurance pool to cut risk

21 April 2026 12:27 PM IST
State-backed pool to cover war and cargo risks, ensuring stable trade flows amid global disruptions and rising premiums

Strait of Hormuz reopens to commercial shipping amid Lebanon ceasefire

17 April 2026 7:11 PM IST
Move follows days of disruption that raised concerns over oil flows and global trade routes through a key chokepoint
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