Draft policy allows captive berths at major ports

A draft captive (port) policy released by the Shipping Ministry allows port based industrial units, which are large port users, to set up dedicated ports for their own use on the land and water front allotted to it on nomination basis. The policy aims at making major ports more competitive by empowering them to attract large and dedicated cargo.The land will be leased out for a maximum period of 30 years. Contact: Ministry of Shipping. Website: www.shipping.nic.in