Haldia Dock Complex (HDC), a key component of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), marked a significant leadership transition with Shri Jayasimha Ambour taking charge as Managing Director on 19 January 2026.
A seasoned professional with wide-ranging experience in the maritime and port sector, Shri Ambour’s appointment is expected to further strengthen HDC’s operational efficiency and long-term growth strategy. Under his leadership, the dock complex is poised to focus on streamlining port operations, driving innovative infrastructure and port-led development, and advancing sustainable and environmentally friendly logistics solutions.
Haldia Dock Complex plays a crucial role in handling bulk, breakbulk, liquid cargo, and container traffic in eastern India, supporting regional trade and industrial growth. The new leadership is anticipated to build on this foundation by enhancing capacity, improving turnaround times, and reinforcing HDC’s position as a competitive and future-ready port.
The HDC fraternity has extended a warm welcome to Shri Jayasimha Ambour and conveyed its best wishes for a successful and impactful tenure at the helm.