The Union government has approved the redevelopment of Berth-9 at the New Mangalore Port Authority, a move aimed at enhancing India’s maritime infrastructure and improving handling of liquid bulk cargo.
The announcement was made by Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday.
Key Announcements / Highlights
- Berth-9 redevelopment approved at New Mangalore Port
- Project cost estimated at ₹438.29 crore
- To be implemented under PPP (DBFOT) model
- Capacity to handle crude oil, petroleum products and LPG
- Upgrade to accommodate large vessels, including VLGCs
Official Statement
The minister said the project will replace ageing infrastructure with a modern facility equipped to handle liquid bulk cargo more efficiently.
The redevelopment will be carried out under the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) model, with a private partner selected through a competitive bidding process. The construction period is expected to be two years, followed by a 30-year concession period.
Advanced systems, including marine unloading arms, automated mooring arrangements, and upgraded safety and firefighting infrastructure, will be part of the new facility.
Context / Background
New Mangalore Port is a key maritime hub on India’s west coast, handling a significant share of petroleum and bulk cargo.
The proposed upgrade will increase the berth’s draft from 10.5 metres to 14 metres, with provisions for further expansion up to 19.8 metres. This will allow the port to handle larger vessels, including Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs) and ships up to 200,000 deadweight tonnage (DWT).
Such upgrades are part of broader efforts to modernise India’s port infrastructure and improve efficiency in cargo handling.
Public Impact
The redevelopment is expected to increase the port’s annual cargo handling capacity to around 10.9 million tonnes, supporting energy logistics and industrial supply chains.
Improved port capacity can reduce turnaround times for vessels, lower logistics costs, and strengthen India’s position in global maritime trade.
The project may also generate employment during construction and operational phases.
Conclusion
The Berth-9 redevelopment at New Mangalore Port marks a step toward expanding India’s port capacity and modernising critical infrastructure.
Once completed, the project is expected to enhance the port’s operational efficiency and support growing demand for energy-related cargo handling.
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Last Updated on: Monday, March 30, 2026 5:01 pm by Monisha Angara | Published by: Monisha Angara on Monday, March 30, 2026 5:01 pm | News Categories: India
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