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Indian ports surge into logistics and industry hubs, with cargo capacity set to double by 2030
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026

Cargo capacity has doubled already—future plans go further
India’s Shipping Secretary told investors in Singapore that ports are rapidly transforming into logistics and industrial hubs. Cargo handling capacity has already doubled and is projected to reach 3,500 million tonnes per annum by 2030. At the same time, India is ramping up shipbuilding ambitions and accelerating green port and green fuel investments.
- Indian ports are shifting from gateways to logistics and industrial hubs
- Cargo capacity has doubled and targets 3,500 million tonnes by 2030
- Shipbuilding push aims for top five globally by 2047
- Green ports and green fuel projects are attracting new investment
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