Shipping - India Ports Monitor

India is planning to add 100 more Indian-flagged vessels over the next five years to reduce its dependence on foreign shipping lines and lower its foreign freight bill.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Kerala government approves land lease to Cochin Shipyard for a ship-block building project

August 19, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Kerala government has approved the lease of 18.16 acres at Ramanthuruth, near Kochi, to Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for a new ship-block building facility.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Comprehensive digital platform E-Samudra, gets launched

August 10, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

India has launched E-Samudra, a comprehensive digital platform aimed at transforming maritime governance and improving services for seafarers, shipping companies, ports and other stakeholders.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Goa Shipyard plans to establish a new shipbuilding facility at Jaigarh in Maharashtra

August 5, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) is planning to establish a new shipbuilding facility at Jaigarh in Maharashtra, as part of a broader strategy to expand capacity

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Indian Navy launches fifth diving support craft in Kolkata

August 3, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

The Indian Navy has launched DSC A24, the fifth vessel under its diving support craft (DSC) project, at Titagarh Rail Systems shipyard in Kolkata. Built under the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, the indigenous craft is designed to support underwater diving operations, including harbour maintenance, salvage, inspections and repairs. Featuring a catamaran hull and a displacement of 300-400 tonnes, the vessel has been constructed in compliance with Indian Register of Shipping and naval standards.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Cochin Shipyard to invest Rs 20 billion to establish a new shipbuilding and repair facility at VOC Port

August 3, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) will invest around Rs 20 billion to establish a new shipbuilding and repair facility at V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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 …

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

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.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

India targets recycling of 16,000 ships over the next decade

July 2, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

India plans to recycle around 16,000 ships over the next decade as part of its strategy to strengthen its position as a global hub for sustainable ship recycling.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Shoft Shipyard accelerates growth with string of domestic and global orders

July 1, 2026 | News & Developments, Shipping

Shoft Shipyard has gained significant momentum in the first quarter of FY 2026-27, securing multiple commercial, defence and export orders while expanding partnerships with leading maritime operators.

This content is available to only paying subscribers.

Category: Shipping

GRSE, Damen sign MoU to build advanced dredgers in India

Indian Navy commissions INS Nipun at Naval Dockyard in Mumbai

Indian Navy receives first indigenous multi-purpose vessel ‘Samarthak’

India plans to add 100 more Indian-flagged vessels over the next five years

Kerala government approves land lease to Cochin Shipyard for a ship-block building project

Comprehensive digital platform E-Samudra, gets launched

Goa Shipyard plans to establish a new shipbuilding facility at Jaigarh in Maharashtra

Indian Navy launches fifth diving support craft in Kolkata

Cochin Shipyard to invest Rs 20 billion to establish a new shipbuilding and repair facility at VOC Port

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

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

Indian Navy commissions INS Malvan

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

First made-in-India EXIM shipping container gets launched

India targets recycling of 16,000 ships over the next decade

Shoft Shipyard accelerates growth with string of domestic and global orders

Login Here

MONTHLY PROGRESS

July-August 2026

June-July 2026

May-June 2026

SECTOR REPORT

Sector Progress and Key Trends

Progress under Mega Projects and Financing Trends

Project Pipeline Analysis

Containers

Investment and Market Opportunities

Recent Articles