Cargo Traffic at Major Ports Up by 5.92% in July
PORTS & SHIPPING

Cargo Traffic at Major Ports Up by 5.92% in July

Cargo traffic at India?s major ports experienced a notable increase of 5.92% in July, reaching a total of 70.08 million tonnes, according to the Indian Ports Association (IPA). This growth reflects a steady recovery and robust performance in the country's maritime sector.

The increase in cargo traffic is attributed to various factors, including an uptick in industrial activities and improved port efficiencies. Significant gains were observed in the handling of key cargo types such as coal, crude oil, and containers.

This positive trend is encouraging for the shipping and logistics industry, signalling a rebound from previous slowdowns and highlighting the resilience of India?s port infrastructure. The rise in cargo volume also underscores the growing demand for port services and the ongoing expansion of trade activities.

The IPA?s report suggests that ports are enhancing their capabilities and services to handle increased traffic, which is essential for supporting India?s economic growth. Continued investment in port infrastructure and technological advancements is expected to further boost cargo handling capacities and operational efficiency.

Overall, the growth in cargo traffic is a positive indicator for the maritime sector, reflecting stronger economic conditions and increased trade activities. The industry is poised to maintain this upward trajectory with ongoing developments and improvements in port operations.

Cargo traffic at India?s major ports experienced a notable increase of 5.92% in July, reaching a total of 70.08 million tonnes, according to the Indian Ports Association (IPA). This growth reflects a steady recovery and robust performance in the country's maritime sector. The increase in cargo traffic is attributed to various factors, including an uptick in industrial activities and improved port efficiencies. Significant gains were observed in the handling of key cargo types such as coal, crude oil, and containers. This positive trend is encouraging for the shipping and logistics industry, signalling a rebound from previous slowdowns and highlighting the resilience of India?s port infrastructure. The rise in cargo volume also underscores the growing demand for port services and the ongoing expansion of trade activities. The IPA?s report suggests that ports are enhancing their capabilities and services to handle increased traffic, which is essential for supporting India?s economic growth. Continued investment in port infrastructure and technological advancements is expected to further boost cargo handling capacities and operational efficiency. Overall, the growth in cargo traffic is a positive indicator for the maritime sector, reflecting stronger economic conditions and increased trade activities. The industry is poised to maintain this upward trajectory with ongoing developments and improvements in port operations.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Resources

Schindler named among Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026

Schindler has been named among Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026, a global ranking recognising companies for their workplace environments.Compiled by Forbes in partnership with Statista, the ranking is based on independent employee feedback, including whether employees would recommend their organisation to friends and family.The company said the recognition reflected its focus on creating a workplace where employees can develop their expertise and build careers. ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

India needs an export-execution mindset: Vishesh Jain

Interview with Vishesh Jain, Founder & CEO, EximpleWhat gaps in India’s global trade ecosystem led you to build Eximple, and what problem did you see businesses struggling with most?Eximple came out of a problem that all three founders had seen from different choke points in the trade ecosystem. India has millions of MSMEs and manufacturers, and many of them can make products that are genuinely competitive on quality. Yet only a small fraction is able to build meaningful international businesses. In our experience, the gap is usually not manufacturing capability; it is the ability to exe..

Next Story
Building Material

Nuvoco reports 13.5% revenue growth in Q2 FY27

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. reported consolidated revenue of Rs 27.9 billion for Q2 FY27, up 13.5% year on year. Cement sales volume rose 9% to 4.7 million tonnes (MMT), while EBITDA increased 11% to Rs 4.11 billion.The company said it began its cement operations in 2014 with a 2.3 MMT per annum (MMTPA) operation at Nimbol. It now aims to reach 35 MMTPA of cement capacity by FY28, nearly 15 times its initial capacity. Its portfolio spans cement, ready-mix concrete and modern building materials.On sustainability and cost efficiency, Nuvoco partnered with CleanMax for a 46.4 MW wind-solar hybrid re..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code