DP World Mundra expands capacity and advances green operations with new crane investments

DP World has strengthened its operational and environmental capabilities at the Mundra International Container Terminal (MICT) in Gujarat through the addition of a next-generation quay crane and three electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (e-RTGCs). The new equipment marks a significant step forward in enhancing both terminal performance and sustainability.

The new quay crane, designed to handle vessels up to 22 containers wide, enables MICT to efficiently service some of the largest container ships in the world. Equipped with advanced digital and safety technologies, including predictive maintenance systems, enhanced CCTV coverage for improved operator visibility, and energy-efficient drive mechanisms, the crane will deliver higher productivity, improved precision, and safer operations.

With this latest installation, DP World Mundra now operates eight quay cranes, substantially increasing its throughput potential. The upgrade is expected to lift the terminal’s total handling capacity to 1.56 million TEUs by 2027, improving vessel turnaround times and overall service reliability.

Complementing this expansion, the deployment of three new e-RTGCs brings the terminal’s total to 31 units, reinforcing DP World’s commitment to cleaner, quieter, and more efficient cargo handling. The electrification of these cranes is projected to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by nearly 19% while significantly lowering operational noise levels — key components of the company’s sustainability roadmap.

These green investments align with India’s Harit Sagar (Green Port) guidelines, which call for 50% electrification of port equipment by 2030 and 90% by 2047 at major ports. DP World is advancing this vision at Mundra by introducing electric light motor vehicles (E-LMVs), electric forklifts, and plans for electric internal transfer vehicles (e-ITVs) in the near future.

In addition to equipment upgrades, MICT continues to demonstrate leadership in responsible operations. The terminal has achieved the ‘Zero Waste to Landfill’ certification from the National Productivity Council (NPC) of India and procures renewable power through International Renewable Energy Certificates (IRECs).

Together, these initiatives position DP World Mundra as a model for sustainable port operations in India, reinforcing the company’s global ambition to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining world-class operational efficiency and customer service.