A meeting of the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) was held under the chairmanship of Vijay Kumar, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), to appraise the proposal for the redevelopment of Berth No. 9 for handling liquid bulk cargo at New Mangalore Port. The project is proposed to be implemented on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) basis.
During the meeting, officials reviewed the technical, financial and operational aspects of the project, which aims to significantly enhance the liquid bulk cargo handling capacity at the port. The redevelopment plan focuses on modernizing infrastructure, improving operational efficiency and strengthening the overall logistics ecosystem at the port.
Once completed, the upgraded berth will be equipped with improved facilities and advanced handling systems to cater to the growing movement of liquid bulk cargo, including petroleum products, chemicals and edible oils. The project is also expected to reduce vessel turnaround time and enhance the port’s competitiveness in the region.
Officials noted that implementing the project under the PPP model would enable the port to leverage private sector expertise, investment and technological capabilities while ensuring efficient and sustainable port operations.
The redevelopment of Berth No. 9 is part of broader efforts by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways to modernize port infrastructure across the country and strengthen India’s maritime trade network. Once operational, the upgraded facility will further reinforce the strategic importance of New Mangalore Port in handling liquid bulk cargo and supporting the growing trade demands of the region.