Mumbai Port has embarked on a series of significant initiatives, signing investment proposals worth Rs 4,000 crore in areas such as sustainability and green fuel. These projects, launched on Friday, are expected to generate 1.45 lakh person-days of employment. The announcements were made in the presence of Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, who emphasized Mumbai’s pivotal role in achieving the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. The event was reported by Free Press Journal.
Sustainability and Green Fuel Initiatives
One of the key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) was signed between Mumbai Port Authority, Mumbai Port Sustainability Foundation (MPSF), and HPCL to develop a green fuel ecosystem. Another MoU was signed with Det Norske Veritas (DNV) for collaboration on emission management, decarbonization, digitization, and safety in port and shipping operations.
Enhancing Infrastructure and Safety
In addition to the green fuel initiatives, an MoU was signed with the Royal Bombay Yacht Club to enhance passenger safety at the Gateway of India by placing a pontoon. The port also signed agreements for developing gardens and showcasing heritage at Ballard Estate, demonstrating its commitment to improving infrastructure and safety.
Inauguration of Key Projects
The event also saw the inauguration of several important projects, including the launch of testing operations for the newly-constructed Third Chemical Berth at Pir Pau and the laying of the foundation stone for the Shore Protection and Reclamation Project at Jawahar Dweep. These projects are part of the broader effort to modernize and uplift the port’s infrastructure to support India’s goal of becoming a global maritime nation by 2030.
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Source: Free Press Journal
