CHARTING NEW WATERS PARADIP PORT'S RISE AS INDIA'S CARGO LEADER

With unparalleled cargo handling growth, cutting-edge digital solutions, and sustainability-driven expansion, Paradip Port is redefining India's maritime landscape. Sh. P L Haranadh, Chairman of PPA, discusses the port's innovative approach to multimodal logistics, green hydrogen initiatives, and future-ready infrastructure in this insightful Q&A:

- 

Q. What key strategies have made Paradip Port India's top cargo-handling port, and how is technology enhancing its efficiency?

Paradip Port's rise as India's leading cargo-handling port with 145.38 MMT in 2023-24 is driven by infrastructure expansion, multimodal connectivity, operational efficiency, and digital transformation. Moreover, capacity augmentation and enhanced rail-road connectivity have significantly improved Paradip Port's operational metrics, including Output per Ship Berth Day (OSBD), Turnaround Time (TRT), etc. Competitive tariffs and customer-centric policies further strengthen its position. To boost efficiency, PPA is integrating National Logistics Portal (NLP-Marine) for real-time tracking, deploying Enterprise Business System (EBS) for streamlined operations, and automating weighbridges and gates to reduce delays. The Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMIS) enhances real-time monitoring, ensuring faster, safer cargo movement.

Q. How is PPA enhancing its multimodal connectivity to improve cargo movement?