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The Union government has approved a INR 438.29 crore project to redevelop Berth No. 9 at New Mangalore Port in Karnataka, aimed at enhancing liquid bulk cargo handling capacity. Cleared in the past week, the project will be implemented under a public-private partnership (PPP) model with a 30-year concession period, including a two-year construction phase. The upgrade will increase capacity to 10.9 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and allow handling of large vessels, including Very Large Gas Carriers. The redevelopment involves dismantling ageing infrastructure and introducing mechanised systems and modern safety features. The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen maritime logistics, improve energy cargo handling, and enhance port efficiency along India's western coast.
The Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has approved a INR 438.29 crore redevelopment of Berth No. 9 at New Mangalore Port in Karnataka, with the decision taken in the past week to modernise infrastructure and expand liquid bulk cargo handling capacity. The project will be executed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model on a design, build, finance, operate and transfer (DBFOT) basis, with a concession period of 30 years, including a two-year construction timeline. Advertisement
The redevelopment involves dismantling existing infrastructure and constructing a modern berth designed to handle liquid cargo such as crude oil, petroleum products and liquefied petroleum gas. The upgrade will increase the port's handling capacity to 10.90 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), supported by a minimum guaranteed cargo commitment of 7.63 MTPA by the fifth year of operations.
A key component of the project is the enhancement of berth depth from 10.5 metres to 14 metres, with provision for further expansion to 19.8 metres. This will enable the port to accommodate vessels of up to 200,000 deadweight tonnage, including Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs), thereby improving its capability to handle large-scale energy shipments.
The project will be implemented by a private concessionaire selected through a competitive bidding process. As part of the concession agreement, the operator will commit to cargo volumes while the port authority will receive fixed royalty payments linked to throughput, ensuring a steady revenue stream.
The redevelopment also includes the introduction of mechanised systems such as marine unloading arms and automated mooring arrangements to improve operational efficiency and reduce turnaround time. In addition, the project incorporates modern safety infrastructure, including advanced firefighting systems, nitrogen generation facilities and integrated control systems for handling hazardous cargo.
Officials indicated that the upgrade will replace ageing facilities, some of which are several decades old, with infrastructure designed for a longer operational life. The modernisation is expected to improve reliability and align the port's capabilities with evolving requirements in energy logistics and bulk cargo handling.
Strategically, the enhanced berth is expected to strengthen the role of New Mangalore Port as a key maritime gateway for the hinterlands of Karnataka and parts of Kerala, supporting industrial activity and trade flows in the region. By enabling the handling of larger vessels and increasing throughput capacity, the project is positioned to improve logistics efficiency and reduce costs associated with energy imports.
The approval forms part of ongoing efforts to upgrade port infrastructure under national maritime development initiatives, with a focus on improving capacity, attracting private investment, and enhancing the competitiveness of India's port sector in global trade networks.
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