The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) is preparing to sign 24 investment agreements worth nearly ₹3,000 crore during the upcoming India Maritime Week in Mumbai, marking a major step in its long-term development strategy.
According to MPA Chairman N. Vinodkumar, the port is targeting a significant expansion of its cargo handling capacity — from the current 65 million metric tonnes (MMT) to 100 MMT per year by 2035. The planned investments will focus on upgrading key infrastructure, diversifying cargo operations, and boosting the port’s cruise tourism potential.
One of the centrepiece initiatives is the redevelopment of Berth No. 9, formerly an iron ore mechanical berth. The facility, spanning 350 metres, will be modernised to handle both iron ore and general cargo. The previous ore handling system was dismantled after the iron ore mining ban, and the redevelopment will enable the port to accommodate larger, deep-draft vessels, enhancing overall efficiency.
MPA also plans to revamp another berth to support cruise operations, increasing its capacity to host four domestic cruise vessels simultaneously, up from the current limit of three at the breakwater berth.
The India Maritime Week, organised by the Indian Ports Association under the aegis of the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, will take place in Mumbai from October 27 to 31, bringing together port authorities, investors, and global maritime stakeholders to showcase investment opportunities and innovation in India’s maritime sector.
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