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DP World India launches new multimodal service. DP World has introduced a new Indian multimodal service, SARAL-2, which connects Chennai to the National Capital Region (NCR) and features a daily rail freight service with a capacity of 500 TEU a week. Last November the company launched SARAL-1 which links South Gujarat to markets in and around NCR. The SARAL operation leverages DP World’s ability to deliver multimodal services by integrating coastal shipping, rail and truck operations to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and enhance supply chain efficiencies. The SARAL-2 rail link connects Mundra port to NCR, with a coastal shipping service then used to transport containers to and from Chennai. DP World https://bit.ly/4ckZciB #DPWorldSARAL2 #IndianMultimodalService #ChennaiNCRRailLink #DPWorldLogistics #SARALInitiative #CO2EmissionsReduction #SupplyChainEfficiency #AvanaLogistek #UnifeederDPWorld #RailFreightServices #SustainabilityProfile

🚢📰 Significant shifts in India's maritime logistics: CMA CGM has realigned its operations, moving a containership call from Adani Ennore Container Terminal to Chennai. This adjustment comes amid reported disruptions and power outages at Ennore, exacerbating capacity pressures and leading to a challenging environment for adhering to vessel schedules. The APL Boston's relocation to Chennai marks a crucial move to maintain operational efficiency and minimize delays. By opting for Chennai Container Terminal, CMA CGM is prioritizing the timely loading of export containers and ensuring smoother voyage continuity. This decision underscores the importance of agility and innovative problem-solving in the maritime industry. This incident also highlights the broad spectrum of dynamics impacting port operations, from infrastructure capabilities to external disruptions. Notably, Ennore has been a focal point for advanced container handling owing to its sophisticated cranes and deeper draught levels. However, this recent disruption reveals potential vulnerabilities. Moreover, the data suggest that major Indian ports, including Ennore and Chennai, are experiencing significant increases in container volumes and transshipment loads. Such growth signals robust maritime activity but also calls for resilient and adaptable port infrastructure to handle the evolving demands. Overall, this development is a testament to the strategic responses required in the shipping industry to maintain global supply chain fluidity. #ShippingNews #Logistics #SupplyChainManagement #CMA_CGM #PortOperations #MaritimeIndustry #ChennaiPort #EnnorePort #ContainerShipping 🚢📈 https://lnkd.in/eyAKs3jZ

The Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) reported a 15% increase in cargo traffic at non-major ports in Q1 2025, compared to the Indian Port Association's 3.9% growth rate. Private ports and captive jetties handled over 90% of the total cargo at Gujarat's non-major ports. Private ports increased from 53% in FY24 to 58% in FY25, while GMB-operated ports experienced a 9% decline. Private jetties saw a decrease in cargo volumes, while captive jetties saw a 7% increase. This performance underscores the region's crucial role in India's maritime sector. CFBR

#News #Updates Indian Railways Freight Traffic Gets a Boost from Dedicated Corridors The recently commissioned Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) are already making a significant impact on Indian Railways' freight movement, according to officials at Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL). Key takeaways: -10% of Traffic: Despite not being fully operational, the new corridors are already handling over 10% of the total freight traffic on the Indian Railways network. -Room for Growth: The corridors are currently running at an average of 325 trains per day, well below their combined daily capacity of 480 trains. Completion of the Western DFC's last section is expected to further increase traffic. -Impressive Growth: In June 2024, Indian Railways' originating freight loading witnessed a 10% year-on-year increase, reaching 135.46 million tonnes. Current Status: -Eastern DFC: Fully operational and running close to 200 trains daily. -Western DFC: 93.2% complete and running 125 trains daily. Completion of the final stretch connecting to JNPT port is expected to significantly boost traffic. Positive Impact: -Increased Capacity: The DFCs are designed to handle heavier loads and larger trains, leading to increased freight movement efficiency. -Reduced Congestion: By taking freight traffic off the main passenger lines, these corridors aim to improve overall network efficiency and punctuality. Looking Ahead: The successful operation of these initial DFCs paves the way for further expansion of the dedicated freight corridor network in India, potentially revolutionizing the country's freight logistics landscape. #IndianRailways #FreightTraffic #DedicatedFreightCorridors #DFC #Infrastructure #Logistics #Growth

Dear All, I am happy to share my latest publication in EPW (co-authored with Mr. Shri Prakash) (ABDC- B) titled- Roadblocks to Indian Railways' 'Mission 3000 MT' [https://lnkd.in/gpZxbZ6W.] [vol. 59, issue 37, 14 September, 2024] There is an alarming trend in Indian freight transport sector- continual decline of railways in freight traffic (it is now below 30%). This is concerning as the shift is occurring from an energy efficient existing mode to more polluting mode (road). According to the National Rail Plan (NRP) the Railways plans to reverse the trend and has set target of achieving 45% freight share by 2030. It suggests a freight loading of 3,000 million-tonne (MT) by 2027 and 3,600 MT by 2030, to achieve such a target. In this article we analyze the trends in Indian Railways' financial and freight traffic performance and forecast freight loading on Indian Railways till 2030, based on its past performance. We find that it requires an impressive 11% CAGR in freight loading, which requires overhaul of its freight pricing policies (the highest CAGR it ever observed in last 50 years was 7%) along with other non-price measures. Railways need to work on the price and non-price 'roadblocks' in its 'Mission 3000 MT'. Would love to receive your comments on the article. This is a derivative of a larger project undertaken by TERI ("Strategies to Increase Railway's Share in Freight Transport in India") and the detailed reports on terminal operations, freight marketing policies, and tariff policies can be accessed from- https://lnkd.in/gUSBQAQg #railways #freighttransport #nationalrailplan #mission3000MT #freightdemandprojection TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute Shri Prakash Ministry of Railways, Government of India Sharif Qamar Viral Joshi Faiz Jamal

JNPA Scales New Heights with 10.60% Traffic Growth in Q1 Performance for FY 2024-2025 Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India's best-performing port, continues to scale new heights by handling 1,688,145 TEUs of containers from April 2024 to June 2024. This represents a growth of 10.60%, compared to 1,526,284 TEUs of containers in the corresponding period in the previous financial year 2023-2024. Appreciating the substantial growth in the first quarter of this fiscal year, Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairman, JNPA, stated, "We are delighted to share that JNPA has continued its growth trajectory with significant increase in handling TEUs. This quarterly performance is a testament to JNPA's efforts to reduce logistics costs and time by providing efficiency in EXIM and ease of doing business. I must say that this quarter has been very fruitful for JN Port as we also received the cabinet's approval for the mega port project of Vadhvan, which is going to be a game changer for the Indian Maritime sector.” "This project is a catalyst for strengthening economies of scale and transcending the conventional way of port operations in India. We also completed our 35 glorious years of establishment and have been thriving ever since," he further added. JNPA handled 567,392 TEUs of containers in June 2024, representing an increase of 19.11%, respectively, compared to the traffic in June 2023 which was 476,350 TEUs of container. There is also a remarkable increase in the rakes share. In June 2024 containers handled through rakes are 86333 TEUs an increase of 17.13% compared to 73707 TEUs in June 2023. JNPA- Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority

DP World's 'Saral-2' initiative that links Chennai port with Delhi NCR on a regular basis with assured volumes (500 TEU per week to begin with) speaks of the growing significance of port-hinterland connectivity in the Indian context:

#INDIAN RAILWAYS In 10 Years, India Adds 31,000-Km Rail Network - Equal To All Of Germany In the last year alone, India built a 5,300 km rail network, equal to Switzerland's entire train network. This presentation was shared by Railway minister. Indian railway stocks such as IRFC, RVNL. RAILTEL, JWL, TTML have been on a dream run with 200-300% returns in last 2-3 years. The order boooks and execution is again impressive in Q4 2024 results. With ongoing planned projects such as Dedicated freight Corridoors and foraying into international markets such as Bangladesh, South Africa and export orders, the run is expected to continue. RVNL's order book touches Rs 65,000-crore mark; JWL order book is 7000 crore and Titagarh order book is at 28,000 crore INR https://lnkd.in/dPMsDz3r

10% Of Rail Freight Traffic Migrates To DFCs An average of 325 trains are operating on these DFCs on a daily basis, while their actual capacity is about 480 trains. The recently commissioned eastern and western DFCs are together handling about 10% of the Indian Railways freight traffic. An average of 325 trains are operating on these DFCs on a daily basis, while their actual capacity is about 480 trains. The last leg of Western DFC that connects to JNPA is still under construction. Once it gets operational then traffic is expected to further surge on the DFCs. Currently, the EDFC is fully operational and is moving about 200 trains per day whereas the WDFC is 93.2% complete and is accommodating 125 trains per day. In June 2024, Indian Railways’ (IR) originating freight loading stood at 135.46 million tonnes, registering a 10% growth over the same month last year. In June, these corridors carried a combined freight of more than 14 billion GTKM (gross tonne-kilometers) and 8.5 billion NTKMs (net tonne-kilometers) which was 150% higher than the corresponding month last year.   Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited

"DP World has signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth INR 250 billion (approx. US$3 billion) with the Government of Gujarat, covering the development of new ports, terminals, and economic zones, strengthening its commitment to supporting trade in a growing Indian state." Very good investment and huge growth for the industry in the APAC region. Checkout Aizen Solutions (https://lnkd.in/gBhrNKPd) for how Aizen Corp can help ports with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions. #dpworld, #portofrotterdam, #portofvirginia, #portofhamburg, #havre, #hutchinson, #eurogate, #ntb, #northseaport, #portofamsterdam, #portofblyth, #portsandterminals, #ports, #portoperations, #portservices, #portsaintlucie, #portofantwerpbruges, #portofoakland, #apmterminals, #globalpsa, #ssamarine, #singaporepsa, #portsamerica, #portoflosangeles, #naviera, #adterminals https://lnkd.in/gcQY8yQG