Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) T K Ramachandran having a word with NMPA Chairman A V Ramana, during his visit to New Mangalore Port.
Credit: NMPA
Mangaluru: Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) T K Ramachandran on Saturday, inaugurated key infrastructure initiatives of New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA).
He laid the foundation stone for the extension of the truck parking terminal near the Customs House, a crucial step towards enhancing logistics efficiency and cargo handling turnaround.
He also inaugurated a newly constructed security surveillance tower, which will ensure maritime safety.
The tower is built to monitor port activities 24X7, thereby strengthening the Port’s ISPS-compliant perimeter security and emergency response capabilities.
In his address, he acknowledged the Port’s recent accomplishments and encouraged the workforce to continue their contribution towards the maritime sector’s growth.
He lauded NMPA's efforts in adoption of state-of-the-art automation and digital technologies including automated weighbridges, drone based surveillance, automated firefighting, digital processing of port documents, E-kart ticketing etc.
He visited the multi-specialty hospital being developed on PPP basis, which is first of its kind among major ports in India.
The Secretary also visited the Port’s International Cruise Lounge, where he reviewed the infrastructure and facilities extended to international cruise tourists.
Later he embarked on a wharf familiarisation tour by tug boat, accompanied by senior officers of the Port, gaining firsthand insights into the operational infrastructure and facilities.
The Secretary, MoPSW also visited the Chowgule SBD Mangalore Shipyard at Tannirbavi, where he reviewed the shipbuilding infrastructure facilities.
NMPA Chairman A V Ramana and others were also present.