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Indian Navy inducts indigenous deep-sea rescue vessel ‘Nipun’

July 31, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Indian Navy has received Nipun, the second indigenous diving support vessel (DSV) built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam

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Cochin Shipyard launches seventh anti-submarine warfare craft for Indian Navy

July 29, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has launched Machilipatnam, the seventh of eight anti-submarine warfare shallow water crafts (ASW-SWC) being built for the Indian Navy, on July 29, 2026.

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Mundra Port handles India’s largest-ever edible oil vessel cargo

July 28, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

Adani Ports’ Mundra Port has set a new benchmark by handling India’s largest-ever single vessel parcel of edible oil.

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Andhra Pradesh government plans bulk cargo shift to Mulapeta Port

July 27, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

The government of Andhra Pradesh is considering a phased shift of dust-generating bulk cargo operations, including coal and minerals, from the Visakhapatnam Port Authority

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DPA achieves record single-day cargo throughput

July 27, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

On July 26, 2026, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) handled 783,816 metric tonnes of cargo in a single day, surpassing its own national record of 778,570 metric tonnes achieved on June 17, 2026.

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Engineers India Limited, DGMA partner to modernise maritime infrastructure

July 27, 2026 | News & Developments, Others

Engineers India Limited (EIL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) to provide engineering consultancy, technical advisory and project management services for the development and modernisation of India’s maritime infrastructure.

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Kamarajar Port, Isuzu Motors India sign long-term export pact

July 27, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL) and Isuzu Motors India have signed a long-term agreement to strengthen exports of commercial vehicles through the port’s general cargo berth.

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DBGT sets new record by handling widest-ever vessel

July 27, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

Dakshin Bharat Gateway Terminal (DBGT) at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin, has achieved a major operational milestone by successfully handling M.V. MSC Silvia

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Indian Navy commissions INS Malvan

July 23, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Malvan, the second indigenous Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Karwar naval base in Karnataka.

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Haldia Dock revives coastal coal handling after nine-month hiatus

July 22, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

The Haldia Dock Complex (HDC), part of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, has resumed coastal thermal coal handling at its refurbished mechanical facility after a nine-month break.

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Merlinhawk Aerospace, Boeing partner to strengthen Indian navy fleet readiness

July 22, 2026 | News & Developments, Others

Merlinhawk Aerospace has entered into a strategic partnership with Boeing Defence India to provide in-country sustainment support for advanced electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) systems

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Cochin Shipyard, SDHI secure in-principle approval for brownfield Expansion

July 20, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) and Swan Defence and Heavy Industries (SDHI) have secured …

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IRClass launches NEURON to simplify access to classification rules

July 15, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass) has launched NEURON, a new digital platform designed to provide quick, searchable access to its class rules, classification notes and technical publications.

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GRSE, Modest Infrastructure to develop shipyard in Gujarat

July 14, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) and Modest Infrastructure Private Limited will jointly develop a greenfield shipyard at Ratanpur in Gujarat with an estimated investment of Rs 30 billion.

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Indian Navy commissions INS Mahendragiri

July 13, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Mahendragiri, the fourth stealth frigate built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders under Project 17A, on July 11, 2026.

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Government eases coastal shipping rules

July 13, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The government has exempted units operating in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT City, Gandhinagar, from obtaining licences under Section 11 of the Coastal Shipping Act, 2025

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VOC, Belgium ports partner to build green, digital port infrastructure

July 13, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Belgium’s Port of Antwerp-Bruges International NV and the Antwerp-Flanders Port Training Center (APEC) to accelerate the development of green and digital port infrastructure.

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APM Terminals Pipavav handles longest vessel in its history

July 10, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

APM Terminals Pipavav has set a new milestone by successfully handling the longest container vessel ever to call at the port

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APSEZ records 13 per cent growth in cargo handling in June 2026

July 6, 2026 | Major/ Non-major Ports, News & Developments

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) reported robust operational performance in June 2026, handling 46.8 million tonnes (mt) of cargo, a 13 per cent year-on-year increase

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First made-in-India EXIM shipping container gets launched

July 6, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

India has launched its first domestically manufactured export-import (EXIM) shipping container for global shipping major A.P. Moller–Maersk.

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Category: News & Developments

Indian Navy inducts indigenous deep-sea rescue vessel ‘Nipun’

Cochin Shipyard launches seventh anti-submarine warfare craft for Indian Navy

Mundra Port handles India’s largest-ever edible oil vessel cargo

Andhra Pradesh government plans bulk cargo shift to Mulapeta Port

DPA achieves record single-day cargo throughput

Engineers India Limited, DGMA partner to modernise maritime infrastructure

Kamarajar Port, Isuzu Motors India sign long-term export pact

DBGT sets new record by handling widest-ever vessel

Indian Navy commissions INS Malvan

Haldia Dock revives coastal coal handling after nine-month hiatus

Merlinhawk Aerospace, Boeing partner to strengthen Indian navy fleet readiness

Cochin Shipyard, SDHI secure in-principle approval for brownfield Expansion

IRClass launches NEURON to simplify access to classification rules

GRSE, Modest Infrastructure to develop shipyard in Gujarat

Indian Navy commissions INS Mahendragiri

Government eases coastal shipping rules

VOC, Belgium ports partner to build green, digital port infrastructure

APM Terminals Pipavav handles longest vessel in its history

APSEZ records 13 per cent growth in cargo handling in June 2026

First made-in-India EXIM shipping container gets launched

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