Transporters Welfare Association (AITWA) for the period 2025-2027.
With an illustrious career spanning over 40 years in the transport and logistics sector, Mr Goyal has made significant contributions to the industry. He previously served as the President of the Bombay Goods Transport Association (BGTA), where he spearheaded key initiatives for the welfareandgrowthofthetransportcommunity Cont’d. Pg. 21
DPA Chairman welcomes Shipping Minister on Port Visit Ashok Goyal Appointed as National President
G A N D H I D H A M : Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, I R S M E , C h a
a n , Deendayal Port Authority, extended a warm welcome to Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Hon’ble Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, on his visit for the scheduled onsite review meeting of the prestigious National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) Lothal project.
Mr Ashok Goyal
CONCOR partners with GSV to drive innovations in logistics
N E W D E L H I :
Container Corporation
o f I n d i a L t d .
( C O N C O R ) a n d
G a t i S h a k t i Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara (GSV) have become Partners to drive innovation in logistics through academic strength, informs a recent communique from CONCOR.
The collaboration seeks to m a x i m i z e s u p p l y c h a i n management, improve customer service, and promote industry growth by utilizing ‘Academic Strengths’ This MoU will facilitate to provide seamless and affordable end-to -end logistics services, including First Mile Last Mile solutions The ultimate goal of this collaboration is to lower the Nation's logistics costs by providing its stakeholders with the best logistics solutions.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore innovative Logistics Solutions based on the A
Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya to enhance the Logistics efficiency. T
d b y Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Choudhary, Vice Chancellor on behalf of Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara and Sh. Mohammad A
(Domestic & HR) on behalf of
CONCOR Corporate Office, New Delhi in the presence of Shri Sanjay Swarup CMD CONCOR and other senior officers of CONCOR and Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya. This collaboration aligns with CONCOR’s vision to enhance logistics efficiency through innovative Logistics Solutions.
CONCOR successfully bridges the logistical gap between Indian Main Land and Andaman
NEW DELHI: In a significant development for India’s logistics and m a r i t i m e t r a n s p o r t sector, CONCOR has successfully bridged the logistical g a p b e t w e e n C h e n n a i a n d Port Blair with the successful despatch of it’s first ICE BATTERY container with set temperature o f 5 ° C f r o m C h e n n a i t o Sri Vijayapuram (Port Blair) on 26-12-2024.
This breakthrough aims to revolutionize the transportation of g o o d s b e t w e e n t h e I n d i a n mainland and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, significantly improving the efficiency, sustainability, and
reliability of this vital shipping route. T
ICE BATTERY containers is expected to address several logistical challenges that have long affected the Chennai-Port Blair shipping route. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, being isolated and dependent on sea transport, have faced limitations in the regularity and efficiency of supply chain operations, particularly for temperature sensitive cargo Wi t h t h e n e w I C E B a t t e r y containers, goods can now be transported more reliably, thanks to the container’s built-in energy storage systems
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Spring Oasis 28/12 New Challenger 28/12 Karachi-Jebel Ali
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CJ-XVI An Hai Pearl Cross Trade
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Stream Atlantis DBC Sudan
CJ-IV Bomustafa O DBC
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CJ-XIII Crane Cross Trade
Stream CS Sarafina ACT Infra Bera
Stream Ding Heng 45 Samudra
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Stream Glamor Anline Shpg.
Stream Haj Mohamad DBC Hodeidah
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Stream Lucky Chem JMBaxi
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CJ-IX Penelop L
Stream Royal O DBC
Stream Sofia II DBC
Stream Soul Mercy Anline Shpg.
Stream Stolt Norland JMBaxi
05/01 True Harmony DBC
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30/12 Aepco Scorpio Shpg. 3,242 T. Chemicals
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Stream Bay Spirit Samudra Sohar Oman 5,929 T. Chemicals
Stream Bow Platinum GAC Shpg. USA 6,112 T. Chemicals INIXY124122033
Stream CR Tethys Samudra Sohar Oman 32,819 T. Chemicals INIXY124122107
05/01 Daewood Diamond Wilhelmsen
03/01 Dawn Madurai Malara Shpg.
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Stream Heng Hui Young Wang Samudra Singapore 9,623 T. Chemicals INIXY124122085
01/01 Nord Copenhagen GAC Shpg. 12,000 T. Chemicals
Stream Nord Valorous Interocean San Lorezo 42,960 T. CDSBO
04/01 Oriental Cosmos Allied Shpg. 5,048 T.
03/01 Paramita Wilhelmsen
Stream PS Hamburg JMBaxi
CDSBO 01/01 Sagami GAC Shpg.
OJ-I Sakura Spirit ISS Shpg.
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SCI Mumbai (V-25001) X-Press Feeder Sohar
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In Port —/— Maersk Congo 452W 4124609 Maersk Line Maersks India
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In Port Maersk Congo (V-452W) 4124609 Maersk India Nhava Sheva 30/12 Maersk Gibraltar(V-452W) 4124608 Maersk India Jebel Ali 30/12 Celsius Edinburgh (V-4S) 4114416 Unifeeder Ag. Jebel Ali
09/01 09/01-0001 Cap Andreas 0017E25016 ONE ONE (India) (TIP) 10/01 13/01 13/01-1600 Xin Shanghai 151E 25012 COSCO COSCO Shpg. Singapor Cai Mep, Hongkong, Shanghai, Ningbo, Shekou, 13/01 Nansha, Port Kelang (CI1) TO
03/01 02/01-1800 Maersk Chicago 452W 25008 Maersk Line Maersk India Salallah, Port Said, Djibouti, Jebel Ali, Port Qasim. (MECL) 04/01 TO LOAD FOR INDIAN SUB CONTINENT PORTS & COASTAL SERVICE 30/12 30/12-0600 OOCL Hamburg 154E 24410 COSCO/OOCL COSCO Shpg./OOCL(I) Colombo. (CIXA)
01/01 31/12-1900 X-Press Carina 501E 25007 Maersk Line Maersk India Colombo. (NWX)
02/01 02/01-0200 SCI Chennai 2417 SCI J M Baxi Mundra, Cochin, Tuticorine. (SMILE)
03/01 02/01-2100
13/01 13/01-1600 Xin Shanghai 151E 25012 COSCO COSCO Shpg. Karachi, Colombo (CI1) 13/01 TO LOAD FOR US & CANADA WEST COAST 02/01 02/01-1000 Seaspan Adonis 077E 25004 ONE ONE (India) Los Angeles, Oakland. (PS3)
03/01 02/01-1800
SHIPPING MOVEMENTS AT ADANI HAZIRA PORT
Trump-Era tariffs on China Open $25 Billion US Export
Window for India: Exporters to FM Sitharaman
NEW DELHI: The trade war between the United States (US) and China under the Donald Trump presidency could create an additional $25-billion export opportunity in the U S f o r I n d i a n e x p o r t e r s , t h e
Fe d e r a t i o n o f I n d i a n E x p o r t Organisations (FIEO) said recently during a pre-Budget consultation at t h e F i n a n c e M i n i s t r y w i t h Smt Nir mala Sitharaman and Government officials.
I n d i a ’ s a p e x t r a d e b o d y highlighted the need for targeted measures to seize this opportunity These include a marketing scheme with a corpus of Rs 750 crore spread over three years, the continuation of the Interest Equalisation Scheme (IES), and enhanced tax deductions of 200 to 250 per cent for R&D spending under Section 35(2AB) of the IncomeTax Act.
FIEO identified the largest potential gain of $10 billion in the consumer electronics sector, where US firms are moving away from reliance on Chinese components due to security and trade concerns. India, already a prominent player in mobile phone assembly, stands to benefit significantly as global brands increasingly outsource production to the country, exporters said.
Other sectors with substantial opportunities include textiles and g a r m e n t s , t o y s a n d g a m e s ,
chemicals, footwear, and furniture, each representing a $1 billion export p o t e n t i a l T h e a u t o m o t i v e components sector could see an additional $1 5 billion in exports, exporters told the Finance Ministry. Exporters’ body ags increased costs
FIEO also emphasised that rising input and freight costs have increased the burden on exporters, that now require extended credit periods to meet buyers’ payment timelines. IES has been a key tool in mitigating these challenges T
mes amid continued attacks in the Red Sea region, forcing global shipping lines to take longer routes.
“The IES has provided a level playing field for exporters, enabling t h e m t
b a l counterparts. Between 2015 and 2024, India’s exports under IES grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6 per cent, compared to global merchandise trade growth of 4.4 per cent. Extending IES would further bolster exports in critical sectors such as textiles, leather, chemicals, and engineering goods,” FIEO said.
The IES is currently only available till December 31, 2024, and for manufacturers in micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with an annual cap of Rs 50 lakh per importer-exporter code (IEC) holder,
which is insufficient for many MSMEs, FIEO said.
Red sea disruption agged
The trade body also pointed out that China, India’s major competitor, offers extensive subsidies and lowinterest financing to its exporters, giving them an unfair advantage in global markets. Additionally, regional competitors like Vietnam, Thailand, a n d I n d o n e s i a b e n e f i t f r o m favourable exchange rates and lower financing costs FIEO warned that without extending IES, “India risks losing market share” to these emerging players.
Exporters expressed concerns over disruptions in the Red Sea region, emphasizing that the majority of India’s international trade depends on foreign shipping lines. They highlighted that MSME exporters are especially susceptible to high freight costs and supply chain interruptions.
“India remits over $100 billion annually in transport service charges, with shipping freight accounting for a major share. While we welcome the Shipping Corporation of India’s efforts to expand its fleet, we urge the Government to consider injecting additional equity into the corporation o r p r o m o t i n g p r i v a t e s e c
o r involvement. Developing a strong domestic shipping line is crucial to bolstering resilience in our trade logistics,” said FIEO
AI to transform logistics sector in the Country: Nitin Gadkari
NAGPUR: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari advocated the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform India’s logistics sector Gadkari also aimed to reduce logistics costs by 2% within the next two years.
Speaking at the ‘Revolutionizing S u p p l y C h a i n w i t h A r t i f i c i a l Intelligence’ conference organized by the Indian Institute of Materials Management in the city, Gadkari emphasized the potential of AI in making significant improvements across logistics, packaging, production, and timely delivery of products and services.
“ U n d e r t h e l e a d e r s h i p o f
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is set to become the third-largest
economy globally, and AI will play a crucial role in achieving the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat,” Gadkari said.
Gadkari stressed the importance of the right choice of technology, proper utilization, and ensuring its benefits reach all sections of society. He pointed out that India’s youth will be important in driving this transformation “The industry must focus on developing its distribution systems, prioritizing timely delivery, effective packaging, and logistics capacity,” Gadkari said He emphasized that these areas need to be addressed with urgency to stay competitive globally
Gadkari further explained that AI is bringing radical changes to traditional supply chain methods,
helping Indian industries tackle global challenges and make datadriven decisions in production and distribution Gadkari clarified that AI offers significant conveniences to the industry, and it will also contribute to reducing the carbon footprint in related sectors
Venkataraman, Director of the Indian Institute of Materials Management, Nagpur, shared his views on how AI can address multidimensional challenges in supply chain management. The two-day conference, which brought together experts in logistics, supply chain management, and AI, aimed to discuss the sustainable development of supply chains through AI applications.
WT-ECIB Scheme likely to benefit 1,000 new small exporters : Commerce Ministry
NEW DELHI : The ECGC is aiming to reduce the export credit gap through the WT-ECIB Scheme, which is expected to benefit about 1,000 new small exporters, in addition to the existing 8,000-odd by facilitating the availability of adequate and affordable export finance from banks for working capital, an official statement said.
The Commerce Ministry in its 2024 year-end review said that the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India
(ECGC) has extended the scope of its W h o l e Tu r n o v e r E x p o r t C r e d i t
Insurance for Banks (WT-ECIB) scheme to export credit working capital limits up to Rs 80 crore with effect from July 1.
“ECGC aims to improve the export credit offtake for MSME exporters and reduce the export credit gap through this scheme, which is expected to benefit around 1,000 new small exporters, in addition to around 8,000
existing exporters,” it added.
It also said that the India-Sri Lanka Economic and Technology Cooperation Agreement (ETCA) negotiations are ongoing with the 14th round of negotiations concluded in July
“Except the track on goods dealing with specific lines pertaining to garments, negotiations on almost all chapters including services and Rules of Origin have been concluded,” the Ministry said.
m.v. “MSC VIRGO” V-FX443E I. G. M. NO. 2395577 DTD. 24-12-24
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SMP Kolkata plans to increase cargo handling capacity of HDC by 50% in 5 years
K O L K A T A : S y a m a P r a s a d M o o k e r j e e Po r t ,
Kolkata is planning to increase the total cargo handling capacity of Haldia Dock Complex(HDC) by around 50 per cent in the next five years.
T h e p r o p o s e d c a p a c i t y augmentation and mechanisation will be through public-private partnership (PPP) projects with the total outlay of around 2000 crore.
“At Haldia Dock Complex, the mechanisation process is on It is currently handling around 50 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo. Our goal is to increase the capacity to around 75 MTT by 2030,” SMP Kolkata Deputy Chairperson, Samrat Rahi said.
Marking its highest cargo volume ever since its inception, Haldia Dock Complex (HDC) handled 49.54 MMT in the last financial year
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, formerly known as the
Kolkata Port Trust, comprises two dock systems– Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC).
“At HDC one berth has been awarded on PPP basis and remaining berth are under process to be awarded on PPP basis,” Rahi said. Notably, a consortium of Ripley & Co and Bothra Shipping has emerged as the highest bidder in a tender to operate the berth at HDC on design, build, finance, operate and transfer ( D B
s The consortium is planning to invest
automation and modernization of the port berth.
Exploring project
“Apart from the main dock at Haldia, we are also exploring project at Shalukkhali to increase the liquid cargo handling capacity This is a greenfield project. We are trying to increase liquid cargo handling capacity in order to make Haldia a chemical hub,” Rahi said.
For works at berth Nos 7 and 8 at Netaji Subhash Dock of KDS, tender process is ongoing. “For KDS, we are developing an outer terminal, which will be less affected by the tide. For this project, we have sent a proposal under PPP to the Ministry. Berth Nos 2,3,4 and 5 will be brownfield expansion. Outer terminal will be the greenfield terminal. This is the first time it is happening,” Rahi said, adding after completion of these projects the container capacity at Kolkata Dock System will go up to around 1 million TEUs from the current 0.65 million TEUs.
KDS managed 16 856 MMT of cargo in the last financial year compared to 17.052 MMT in 2022-23.
I n i t s 1 5 4 - y e a r h i s t o r y, SMP Kolkata achieved a milestone in 2023-24 by handling 66.4 MMT of cargo, marking a 1 11 per cent increase from the previous record of 65.66 MMT moved in 2022-23 In the current financial year, the port is aiming to touch around 65-66 MMT of cargo
Four-lane loop 2 road to improve cargo transport connectivity to Mormugao Port
PANAJI:Thelong-awaitedfour-lane loop 2 road project on NH 17-B, providing connectivity to the Mormugao Port Authority’s (MPA) gate No. 9 for cargo transportation, is expected to be inaugurated in Jan. The project was constructed as part of a tripartite agreement between the state PWD, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the MPA
The 5.2km loop 1 of the project, connecting Varunapuri to Sada junction, was inaugurated by Union
Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Jan 3, 2022.
The loop 2 from Ravindra Bhavan junction to MPA gate No. 9, an up ramp and a down ramp, with a total length of 3.5km, is complete and awaiting inauguration.
The project was awarded to Gammon Engineers and Contractors for Rs 546 crore.
The work began in Oct 2015 and was scheduled to be completed in
Oct 2018. However, the project was delayed due to a change of scope and financial conditions of the contractor. The project finally cost Rs 644.1 crore in all.
Loop 2 will pave the way for the expansion of cargo handling at the p o r t , b e s i d e s r e l i e v i n g surrounding areas of container truck traffic The project is one of its kind, as it is with a cable-stayed b r i d g e o
constructed on a curve
DG Shipping : CCTV systems mandatory on Indian-flagged merchant vessels and foreign flag vessels visiting Indian Ports
MUMBAI : The DirectorateGeneral of Shipping has mandated that all the 1,530-odd Indianf l a g g e d m e r c h a n t v e s s e l s exceeding 500 gross tonnage should install Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems This follows recent incidents aboard vessels, including disappearance of personnel, potential suicides, collisions, casualties, and other maritime security concerns
In cases of man- over-board incidents and cases of missing seafarers, the Search and Rescue (SAR) efforts could not be conducted due to lack of sufficient information, including the exact time and location of the incidents.
In recent incidents, SAR agencies and vessels assisting them had to conduct prolonged search operations due to lack of information, says a circular issued by the DG Shipping, which deals with implementation of
shipping policy and legislation. To safeguard the well-being of seafarers and uphold the highest standards of maritime safety and security, the Directorate has evaluated various solutions to address these pressing concerns. After extensive deliberation, installing CCTV systems with 24/7 recording and at least 90-days s
necessary. A centralised monitoring station should be established on the bridge or in a dedicated security office, with a user-friendly interface f o r r e a l - t i m e m o n i t o r i n g a n d playback, the circular says.
m.v.
“MSC NERISSA V”
V-IU451A I. G. M. NO. 2395741 DTD. 26-12-24
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APSEZ places order with Cochin Shipyard for 8 tugs in Rs 450 cr deal
AHMEDABAD: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) recently announced it has placed an order for eight harbour tugs, to be constructed by Cochin Shipyard in a deal worth Rs 450 crore.
Harbour tugs, also called tugboats, are essential vessels in ports and harbours. These relatively small but powerful boats assist larger ships with various manoeuvres. Delivery of these boats will start from December 2026, and will continue till May 2028, the company said.
The top Indian private port operator is expecting the tugs to significantly improve the efficiency and safety of vessel operations in Indian ports. Ashwani Gupta, Whole-time Director and the Chief Executive Ofcer of APSEZ, said, “This collaboration to procure from Cochin Shipyard signifies our commitment to enhancing maritime infrastructure in India and demonstrates our confidence in our nation’s PSUs. By leveraging local manufacturing capabilities, which are world-class, we aim to contribute to the ‘Make in India’ initiative while ensuring that our operations meet international standards of safety and efficiency.”
Earlier, APSEZ had ordered two 62-tonne bollard pull ASD (Azimuthing Stern Drive) tugs from Cochin Shipyard for Ocean Sparkle Limited, which was
y Adani Harbour Services in 2022. Both boats were delivered ahead of schedule and deployed at Paradeep Port and New Mangalore Port.
The 62T Bollard pull ASD tugs are primarily intended for harbour towing and assisting ships at Indian ports with firefighting and coastal towing as secondary roles.
APSEZ said that the construction of three additional ASD tugs is currently underway, bringing the total order to 13 tugs.
Adani Harbour Services Limited and Ocean Sparkle Limited own around 100 tugs and are the largest tug owners and operators in India “This initiative underscores the importance of sustainable practices in shipbuilding and reinforces the strategic significance of the maritime industry in India’s economic growth,” the company added.
Additionally, the company is present across the 13 Indian ports, accounting for one-fourth of the total cargo movement in India So far, it has handled more than 5,400 vessels.
India exports 200,000 tonnes of rice
DHAKA : Bangladesh interim government has started importing rice from India. The first consignment of 27,000 tonnes of rice has arrived in Bangladesh through Chittagong Port.
The consignment is part of an agreement to buy 200,000 tonnes of rice from India, a food official of Bangladesh said.
In a telephonic conversation, the official told, “There is no shortage of rice in Bangladesh at this moment. However, due to recent severe floods, the Government has decided to import rice in order to
to Bangladesh
avoid the crisis in the future ”
“Bangladesh interim government will import another 100,000 tonnes of rice from India through tender, in addition to 200,000 tonnes of parboiled rice”, he added.
“On top of the tenders, we have plan to import more rice from India through Government to Government (GtoG) level”, the official said.
Bangladesh has withdrawn all tariffs on rice imports to keep prices stable. A large amount of rice is being imported from India at the private level with zero duty import facility
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“MSC CAROLINA”
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Ashok Goyal Appointed as National President of AITWA for 2025-2027
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Speaking at a press briefing, Mr Goyal emphasized the critical role of road transport in the logistics supply chain, describing it as the backbone of the economy "Road transport not only ensures the smooth movement of goods across the country but also provides employment to over 10 crore individuals, making it the second-largest
employment provider after agriculture," he stated As the National President of AITWA, Mr. Goyal highlighted his commitment to addressing the welfare of drivers, the backbone of the road transport sector. He also pledged to work closely with Government officials to resolve industry-related issues and create a more supportive environment for all stakeholders
PSA Singapore Hits Record-breaking Annual Throughput of more than 40 Million TEUs
SINGAPORE: On 24 December, PSA Singapore (PSA) reached a significant milestone, handling over 40 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in 2024 This new record surpasses PSA’s previous annual high of 38.8 million TEUs set in 2023, highlighting the company’s continued growth and operational excellence.
A s t h e
, PSA reinforces its position as a vital gateway connecting Singapore’s economy to the global marketplace This achievement is driven by a steadfast commitment to ensuring resilient, efficient, and sustainable cargo flow This underlines PSA’s crucial role as a key enabler of global trade and connectivity, as well as a trusted partner to its customers and stakeholders.
Mr Ong Kim Pong, Group CEO, PSA International, said, “This record throughput for PSA’s flagship terminal in Singapore is a remarkable milestone and exemplifies our commitment to keep global trade flowing. Our success is founded on the trust and partnership we share with our management, staff, unions, customers and partners, for which I am profoundly grateful.
Building on this positive momentum, we will strive to strengthen the synergies between our port operations and port-adjacent services, connecting our strategic nodes to create a more cohesive and integrated port ecosystem in line with PSA’s Node to Network strategy We remain dedicated to integrating advanced technology with our
operational expertise, while working to reinforce our role as a reliable global port operator and a trusted partner for cargo stakeholders ”
Mr Nelson Quek, Regional CEO Southeast Asia, PSA International, said, “In what has been an eventful year f o r t h e
PSA Singapore’s position as the world’s transshipment hub of choice I am deeply thankful to our customers and s
PSA Singapore as their go-to partner and provider of hub solutions to support the growth and resilience of their networks. I would also like to extend my deepest appreciation to our staff and unions, whose tenacity and teamwork made this accomplishment possible As the global maritime landscape evolves, PSA will continue to work closely with public and private sector partners to deliver new capacity and capabilities that strengthen Singapore’s standing as a critical node in global trade, and as a leading international maritime hub of choice.”
