Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited (KMEW) has secured a ₹303.17 crore maintenance dredging contract from New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA), marking the largest dredging order in the company’s history.
The three-year contract involves maintenance dredging of approximately 15.9 million cubic metres at New Mangalore Port, representing a significant expansion in KMEW’s operational scale and project execution capabilities.
The contract marks a strategic milestone in KMEW’s growth, strengthening its presence in India’s dredging sector and enabling the company to enter the large-volume, high-value dredging segment.
The project is also expected to further expand KMEW’s capabilities in executing complex dredging assignments and support its ambition of becoming a full-spectrum dredging solutions provider.
The contract award reinforces KMEW’s role in supporting India’s expanding maritime infrastructure and ensuring the maintenance of navigational channels and port waters.
KMEW has expressed its gratitude to New Mangalore Port Authority for the confidence placed in the company, while acknowledging the contribution of its team in achieving this milestone.