MUMBAI : (022)22661756 / 1422, 22691407
AHMEDABAD : (079) 26569995, E-Mail:dstgujarat@gmail.com
KANDLA : (02836)222665/225790, E-Mail:dstimeskdl@gmail.com
Gujarat Maritime Summit 2nd Edition to bring together Shipping Stalwarts & Industry Experts Tomorrow in Ahmedabad
AHMEDABAD: The Stage is all set for the Grand Unveiling of 2nd Edition of Gujarat Maritime Summit to be held Tomorrow in Ahmedabad at Hotel Courtyard by Marriott, Ramdevnagar from 4 PM onwards.
Daily Shipping Times, having the legacy of being India’s Oldest Shipping Newspaper serving the Maritime and Logistics Trade since 1096 is hosting the 2nd Edition of Gujarat Maritime Summit after the Grand Success of its 1st Edition.
Deendayal Port Authority and holding Additional Charge as Chairman of Mumbai Port Authority has kindly consented to grace the Gujarat Maritime Summit as Chief Guest.
The Theme of this year is Amritkaal Vision 2047 – Grow with Gujarat. The event commences from 4 PM onwards comprising a Key Note address by the Chief Guest along with 2 Insightful Sessions of Panel Discussion followed by Networking Dinner
AHMEDABAD: Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairperson-Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla was felicitated with CEO of the Year Award at Kutch Business Excellence Award 2.0, by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel, at a gala ceremony in Ahmedabad.
Shri Sushil Kumar Singh IRSME, Chairman, DPA
Gujarat Maritime Summit 2nd Edition to bring together Shipping Stalwarts & Industry Experts Tomorrow in Ahmedabad
Cont’d. from Pg. 3
The 1st Panel Discussion is on the Theme of “The Impact of C u r r e n t G e o - P o l i t i c a l Scenario on Global Shipping” to be Moderated by Industry Ve t e r a n M r. S h a n t a n u B h a d k a m k a r , M D –ATC Group.
The Panellist for this Discussion are as follows -
• Mr. Makarand Pradhan – Managing Director, Total Transport Systems Ltd. & P resident Consolidators Association of India (CAI)
• Mr. Sunil Vaswani – Executive Director, CSLA
• Mr. Arun Kumar – President, Association of Multimodal Transport Operators of India
• M r. K u r u v i l l a Va r g h e s e C h a l i s h e r y –
Chief Commercial Officer, Adani Logistics Ltd.
• Mr Nityam Khosla – Director, Teamglobal Logistics Pvt. Ltd.,
• Mr Satyen Desai – COO, CKB Group
• Mr. Christopher Phillips – Director, Seatech Shipping & Projects (I) Pvt. Ltd.
• Mr. Amanpreet Singh – Vertical Head, PharmaJeena & Company
The 2nd Panel Discussion is on the Theme of “Transforming Logistics through Technology and Digitization” to be moderated by Globally acclaimed
Academicism and Stalwart Mr Samir J Shah, DirectorJBS Jeena Logistics.
The Panellist for this Discussion are as follows –
• Dr. Pramod Sant – Chairman - Shipping & Logistics Committee – IMC and Industry Expert
• Mr. Clarence Xavier – Director TechnologyAbrao Group
• Mr. Amit Oza - F.I.C.S. – Astramar Shipping and Trading Services
• Mr. Prashant Popat – Director, Velji Dosabhai & Sons Pvt Ltd
• Mr. Sanjay Dixit – Vice President Logistics & Distribution for Intas Pharmaceuticals
• Dr. Rachna Gangwar – Professor – Adani University
• Ms. Bijal Someshwar – Region Head IndiaOdex India Solutions
• Mr. Jeekshith Shetty – Managing Director, Bhavani Group
• Dr. Darshan Mashroo – Director, EPT Global Logistics Pvt. Ltd.
Gujarat Maritime Summit aspires to bring together the best Maritime Minds under one roof for the industry people to understand the road ahead for Maritime and Logistics Sector. It also serves as an excellent platform to interact and network with Industry Stalwarts & Leaders who shape the future of the Maritime Industry and hence is a must attend event.
ENTRY BY INVITATION/REGISTRATION ONLY.
DPA Chairperson honoured with CEO of the Year Award at the ‘Kutch Business Excellence Award 2.0’
Cont’d. from Pg. 3
Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla is honoured to receive the Kutch Business Excellence Award 2.0, presented by Hon’ble MP (Kutch) Shri Vinodbhai Chavda. The award was received by Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman in the presence of Shri V. Raveendra Reddy, CE; Shri B. Ratna Sekhar Rao, TM & Shri Susil Chandra Nahak, CME, in a grand ceremony in Ahmedabad.
Kandla Port Steamship Agents Association (KPSAA) elected New Office Bearers for 2024-25
GANDHIDHAM: Under the Leadership of President Shri Bharat Gupta, following Office Bearers & Committee Members were elected / selected for the term 2024-25 :
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SECRETARY
JOINT SECRETARY
TREASURER
Mr BHARAT GUPTA M/s. AQUA SHIPPING
Mr AASHISH S JOSHI
Mr PRANESH RATHOD
MALARA SHIPPING PVT LTD
SEACOAST SHIPPING SERVICES
Mr VIKRAM SINGH M/s. SAMSARA SHIPPING PVT LTD
Mr SAHIL DATTA M/s. TAURUS SHIPPING SERVICES COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Mr K.M.THAKKER M/s. KRISHNA SHIPPING & ALLIED SERVICES
Mr SABUKUTTAN M/s. ATLANTIC GLOBAL SHIPPING PVT LTD
Mr RAJUBHA B SODHA M/s. MASTER LOGITECH PRIVATE LIMITED
Mr RATTAN B DHAWAN M/s. SHANTILAL SHIPPING & CHARTERING PVT LTD
Mr. TAPAS SAMAL M/s. MERCHANT SHIPPING PRIVATE LIMITED
BHARAT GUPTA PRESIDENT
Mr. PRANESH RATHOD SECRETARY
Mr. VIKRAM SINGH JOINT SECRETARY
Mr. SAHIL DATTA TREASURER
Mr AASHISH S JOSHI VICE PRESIDENT Mr.
Mr. TAPAS SAMAL COMMITTEE MEMBER
Gujarat Maritime Board shortlists 4 cities for development as port cities
G A N D H I N A G A R : G u j a r a t
M a r i t i m e B o a r d ( G M B ) h a s shortlisted four cities in Gujarat for development as port-led cities.
T h e s e c i t i e s a r e Po r b a n d a r, Bhavnagar, Surat, and Valsad.
A f t e r c o n d u c t i n g i n - d e p t h research, it was found that these cities have water access, waterfront spaces, and road and rail connectivity, making them viable for development.
The State Government has been attempting to develop ports in the
state for the past decade. In January 2024, the Vibrant Summit was organised to discuss the significance of port development in these cities.
Sources from the port department indicated that the government had previously selected Pipavav, Hajira, N a g r o l , P o r b a n d a r, A m r e l i , Bhavnagar, and the Gulf of Kutch However, in 2012, a study determined that Pipavav was not viable for development.
Currently, the only port being
developed as a city is Kandla Port. With the help of a multi-criteria matrix, the GMB has shortlisted thes
ty development Valsad was selected due to its excellent connectivity with the economic zone in South Gujarat. Hajira ranks high on the list because of its connectivity to powerhouses and its proximity to major ports. Bhavnagar was chosen for development as a port city due to its strategiclocationanddeepdraft port.
Gujarat's Minor Ports driving local industry and efficiency
GANDHINAGAR: Gujarat, a pivotal economic nexus, strategically maximizes its 1,600 km coastal stretch to amplify trade and industrial e x p a n s i o n , a i d e d b y r o b u s t infrastructure and pro-business policies Home to 49 operational ports, including the centrallyadministered Deendayal Port and 48 non-major ports managed by the Gujarat Maritime Board, the state dominates cargo throughput.
Accounting for approximately 41% of India’s maritime cargo, Gujarat’s ports are key economic arteries,
enhancing growth and global linkages Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has consistently lauded Gujarat’s port infrastructure, n o t i n g s i g n i f i c a n t s t r i d e s i n transforming the coastline into a gateway for India’s prosperity, c r e a t i n g n u m e r o u s j o b s a n d modernizing ports.
U p o n a s s u m i n g o f f i c e a s Gujarat’s Chief Minister in 2001, Modi invigorated underutilized coastal potentials, developing minor ports, modernizing larger
ones, and crafting Gujarat into a global trading hub Mundra Port, a prime example, evolved into I n d i a ’ s l a r g e s t p r i v a t e p o r t , diversifying exports and attracting substantial investments in various sectors
The strategic development of these ports catalyzed industrial growth, notably in petrochemicals, textiles, and automobiles, bolstering the region’s industrial framework through Special Economic Zones. Mr Ravi Joshi of Transvoy Logistics highlighted the ripple effects of port proximity, spurring growth in adjoining areas like Kandla and Mundra through enhanced transport facilities.
C i t i e s s u c h a s Po r b a n d a r, Bhavnagar, Surat, and Valsad are earmarked for further port-driven growth, premised on strategic advantages like deep-water access and strong road-rail connectivity These developments align with sustainable industrial growth, crucial for economic advancement via portcentric infrastructure and trade.
Gujarat’s superior road links and maritime enhancements contribute significantly to its high Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) Index ranking. At the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024, Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel articulated the state’s commitment to ‘Ports for P r o s p e r i t y a n d P r o g r e s s , ’ an alignment of objectives initiated by Modi.
T h e s t a t e ’ s m i n o r p o r t s , especially Hazira, are vital to local entrepreneurs, reducing logistics costs and boosting competitiveness, as per traders like Ajay Singh. Gujarat’s non-major ports saw a 5% rise in traffic over a decade, handling 449.26 MMT of cargo in 2023-24.
Under CM Patel, the Gujarat government furthers Modi’s blue economy vision via the PM Gati Shakti Gujarat initiative. The pivotal South Coastal Corridor project strengthens industrial connectivity and harnesses tourism potential, enhancing port access for swifter cargo movement and unlocking regional economic assets.
India-EU way trade can grow exponentially with mutual understanding and cooperation: Shri Piyush Goyal, Commerce and Industry Minister
NEW DELHI: Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal said that two way trade between Europe and India can grow e x p o n e n t i a l l y i f b o t h s i d e s understand each other's concern and cooperate meaningfully He was speaking at the launch of the Federation of European Business in India (FEBI) in New Delhi. Speaking of the India-European Union (EU) partnership, Shri Goyal added that respect for democracy and rule of law and similarity of views on fair trade w i l l h e l p o u r t r a d e t o g r o w exponentially.
Shri Goyal remarked that the world today cannot work on the
principle of retaliation but has to find s o l u t i o n s t h r o u g h m u t u a l cooperation. Shri Goyal added that EU’s policies and actions like rules related to deforestation, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), non-adherence to Common But Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR), etc have impacted the Indian industry. The Minister stressed on the importance of fair, equitable and balanced trade practices.
Speaking about the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with the European Union, the Minister said that the focus should be on business and trade issues
and not on extraneous items falling outside the remit of FTA Shri Goyal highlighted that European companies are attracted to India not just for its market but also the vibrant democracy, rule of law, d e m o g r a p h i c d i v i d e n d a n d decisive leadership that India provides which assures stability and growth
Shri Goyal said that in line with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s mission to make India a developed nation by 2047, as the Indian economy grows from US$3 5 trillion to US$35 trillion, it offers European businesses the chance to participate and benefit.
m.v. “MSC
REGULUS”
Voy :
IS440A
I. G. M. NO. 2390500 Dtd. 11-10-24
The above vessel has arrived on 13-10-24 at MDPT (MUNDRA) with Import cargo from ALIAGA, BARCELONA, GEMLIK, GIRESUN, HAMAD, IZMIR, JUBAIL, KOPER, MESAIEED, NOVOROSSIYSK, PARAMARIBO, POTI, TEKIRDAG (ASYAPORT), VARNA, YARIMCA.
Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MDPT (MUNDRA) delivery.
MUNDRA
Consignees are requested to kindly note that the above item nos. are for the B/L Nos. arrived for MUNDRA delivery. Consignees are requested to collect Delivery Order for all imports delivered at MUNDRA from our Import Documentation Dept. at Office N307, 3rd Fl, New Port Users Bldg NO. 5-A-1 Navinal Island,Kutch - 370421on presentation of duly discharged Original Bill of Lading and payment of relevant charges.
The container detention charges will be applicable after standard free days from the discharge of containers meant for delivery at MUNDRA
The containers meant for movement by road to inland destinations will be dispatched upon receipt of required documents from consignees/receivers and the consignees will be liable for payment of port storage charges in case of delay in submission of these documents. Our Surveyors are M/s. Zircon Marine Services Private Limited. and usual survey conditions will apply. Consignees are also requested to note that the carriers and their agents are not bound to send individual notification regarding the arrival of the vessel or the cargo.
In case of any query, kindly contact Import Customer Service - IN363-comm.mundra@msc.com;
Get IGM No. / ITEM No. /CFS details on our 24 hrs computerized helpline No. (IVRS No.) 8169256872
You can also visit our website: msc.com/ind/help-centre/tools/import-general-manifest-information Invoices and Delivery order request must only be done in ODEX portal uploading all supporting documents
As Agents :
MSC AGENCY (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED
Office N307, 3rd Fl, New Port Users Bldg NO. 5-A-1 Navinal Island, Kutch, Mundra - 370421, (INDIA) Tel. : +91 2838615501 . Telefax : +91 2838271003 email : IN363-comm.mundra@msc.com . Website : www.msc.com Corporate Identity Number : U63090MH2001PTC133288
DPA Kandla crosses 75 MMT in cargo handling
A
a c h i e v e d n e w milestones of crossing 7 5 M M T i n c a r g o handling, as the fastest e v e r. S e t t i n g n e w benchmarks for efficiency and growth in India’s maritime sector
DPA Chairman Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME congratulated all the Stakeholders, Port Users, Trade Unions, Officials of Port, Employees and workers for their whole hearted support and cooperation for this achievement.
VESSELS DUE IN PORT FOR IMPORT DISCHARGE & EXPORT LOADING
ADANI
MUNDRA CONTAINER TERMINAL (AMCT)
PIL India Jeddah 21/10 Celsius Naples (V-905E) Unifeeder Agency Nhava Sheva 25/10 Seaspan Ganges (V-4341W) Hapag Llyod Nhava Sheva
17/10 SSF Dynamic (V-77) MBK Logistix Abu Dhabi
19/10 MSC Lisbon (V-IU441A) MSC Agency Nhava Sheva
ADANI CMA MUNDRA CONTAINER TERMINAL PVT LTD (ACMTPL),
DP WORLD MUNDRA
19/10 19/10-AM Zhong Gu Hang Zhou24003E 4093600 Global Feeder Sima Marine Port Kelang, Busan, Gwangyang (CSC)
Hongkong (C16)
20/10 19/10-PM X-Press Phoenix 442E 4103617 X-Press Feeder Sea Consortium Singapore, Dalian, Xingang, Qingdao, Busan, Kwangyang, 21/10 Maersk Line Maersk India Ningbo, Tanjung, Pelepas, Port Kelang (NWX)
TBA Asyad Line Seabridge Marine Shangai, Ningbo, Shekou (FEX)
TBA Asyad Line Seabridge Marine Haiphong, Laem Chaban, Jakarta (IEX) TO LOAD FOR INDIAN SUB CONTINENT
19/10 19/10-AM Zhong Gu Hang Zhou24003E 4093600 Global Feeder Sima Marine Karachi (CSC) 20/10 18/10 18/10-AM Marsa Neptune 2410 4103674 Sai ShippingSai Shipping Karachi (JKX)
20/10 20/10-AM Maersk Cadiz 442W 4093618 Maersk Line Maersk India Colombo (MW2 MEWA)
TBA Asyad Line Seabridge Marine Karachi (REX)
CONTAINER VESSELS DUE / IN PORT FOR IMPORT DISCHARGE
17/10 Wan Hai 510 (V-182E) 4093659 Wan Hai Line Nhava Sheva 18/10 Maersk Cairo (V-442S) 4103502 Maersk India Port Qasim 19/10 Zhong Gu Hang Zhou (V-24003E) 4093600 MBK Logistix Nhava Sheva
ETA VESSEL’S NAME VCN NO. AGENTS FROM SAILED WITH EXPORT CARGO
CB-1 Euphoria (V-4406E) Efficient Marine 17/10 CB-2 SM Neyyar (V-441) MBK Logistics 17/10
Wan Hai 316 (V-220W) Nhava Sheva 13-10-2024 Oshairij (V-2420W) Nhava Sheva 13-10-2024 Northern Guard (V-926E) Port Klenag 13-10-2024
RCL upsizes China West Asia RWA 2 Service to India with 7,000 TEU Vessel
MUMBAI: Regional Container Lines (RCL) has enhanced its R WA 2 s e r v i c e t o I n d i a b y deploying the 7,000 TEU vessel MV Hemma Bhum. The ship made its inaugural call at the PSA BMCT terminal in Nhava Sheva and the Adani Container Terminal in Mundra in the last week o f September 2024.
from PSA
Serving the China-India trade route, the RWA 2 service is operated in partnership with other stakeholders, with RCL as the lead partner connecting the key ports of Shanghai, Ningbo, Shekou, Singapore, Port Klang, Nhava Sheva and Mundra. RCL aims to enhance customer confidence with the upsized RWA2 service while also expanding its service portfolio to offer more service options between China, Southeast Asia and West India.
To celebrate MV Hemma Bhum's maiden voyage to India, RCL hosted a trade meet in Mumbai, attended by BCOs, Port and CFS operators and Freight Forwarders.
M s . T h i t i n u n C h i n v a r a r u k , Vice President - Business Development and Procurement at RCL, highlighted the s i g n i f i c a n c e o f M V H e m m
and
emphasizing cooperation, vision for
aspirations in India. She expressed gratitude to all who contributed to this achievement and shared RCL's aspirations to deploy more services connecting India to RCL's network, including the new RWG service connecting West India to the Middle East and Iraq.
Mr. Mukesh Oza, Director of RCL Agencies (India), conveyed appreciation to customers for their support on behalf of Mr. Sumate Tanthuwanit, Chairman of the Executive Committee and President Dr. Twinchok Tanthuwanit of RCL. He also shared RCL's vision for growth and expansion in India, including the development of ICDs and additional services to align with needs of trade and customers.
DPA Kandla berths it’s largest ever Container vessel
GANDHIDHAM: Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla berths it’s largest ever Container Vessel MV Mundra Express (LOA: 350m, Capacity: 10,000 TEUs) !!! A big leap forward in enhancing our maritime capabilities, informs a recent communique from DPA
Ms. Thitinun Chinvararuk addressing the gathering.
Senior Dignitaries
Mumbai
RCLTeam felicitated the Master and Chief of the Vessel with exchange of Plaques to commemorate the maiden call.
CULines launches India-Middle East-Red Sea Service IMR with new service at Djibouti, Aden, Aqaba, and Sudan
SHANGHAI: In an effort to further strengthen its service network along the Belt and Road Initiative, CU LINES launches the India-Middle East-Red Sea (IMR) service. This new service will include additional feeder connections from Jeddah to Aqaba and Port Sudan, expanding CULines' reach and improving regional connectivity
The IMR service is an outer-loop service that links mainline p o r t s s u c h a s Jeddah, Jebel Ali, M u n d r a a n d Nhava Sheva, along w i t h i m p o r t a n t feeder ports such as Djibouti and Aden. With the addition of feeder services from Jeddah to Aqaba and Port Sudan, CULines’ service network will now cover six key Red Sea ports: Aqaba, Sokhna, Port Sudan, Djibouti, Jeddah, a n d A d e n . T h i s expansion will provide seamless connections with our truck line services departing from China, enabling us to better meet the diverse shipping needs of our customers.
The IMR service is a collaborative operation between CULines, CStar, and UGL, deploying four 1,700 TEU container vessels. The round-trip transit time is 28 days, with the maiden voyage scheduled to depart from Jeddah on October 5, 2024
Port rotation of the IMR service
Nhava Sheva - Mundra - Jebel Ali - Djibouti - JeddahAden - Nhava Sheva.
Key Service Features
• The IMR service connects trunk line and feeder ports in India, the Middle East, and the Red Sea region.
• Seamless transshipment connections from CULines’ trunk line service network to feeder ports like Djibouti, Aden, Aqaba, and Port Sudan.
• Cargoes from Mainland China, Chinese Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia can be transshipped via Jeddah to Aden/Aqaba/Port Sudan;
• Cargoes from Mainland China, Chinese Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia can be transshipped via Mundra to Djibouti.
