India Pushes for Over 700 MTPA Additional Port Capacity by 2030
India is accelerating its maritime expansion programme with a target of adding over 700 MTPA of port capacity by 2030, as reported by DD News on 25 September 2026. No further breakdown of the scope, financing structure or responsible authority was available from the single outlet that carried the report.
The announcement reflects broader momentum in India's infrastructure projects sector, where shipping and port-related development has been gaining pace across multiple states.
Project Pipeline: What Projects India Tracks
Projects India tracks 652 live projects in the Shipping Infrastructure sub-sector. One project was added to the database in the last 90 days. The pipeline spans early-stage concepts through to construction, with the stage breakdown revealing where the bulk of near-term opportunity sits.
| Stage | Number of Projects |
|---|---|
| Under Approvals | 368 |
| Planning | 120 |
| Construction Started | 107 |
| Early / Announced | 22 |
| Approvals Received | 12 |
| Completed | 13 |
The concentration of 368 projects still under approvals, and a further 120 in planning, indicates a substantial volume of work that has not yet been tendered. Suppliers and contractors monitoring approvals decisions stand to identify procurement opportunities before formal tender release.
Geographic Distribution of Tracked Projects
Maharashtra leads the tracked pipeline with 178 projects, followed by Gujarat at 110 and Tamil Nadu at 95. Andhra Pradesh accounts for 67 projects, West Bengal for 48 and Kerala for 44. Together these six states account for the dominant share of tracked shipping infrastructure activity in India.
Andhra Pradesh's port-linked development push has been separately covered — the state recently cleared 28 projects worth Rs 22,177 crore, including port-led growth initiatives. Gujarat's strong position in the tracked pipeline is consistent with ongoing activity at Dahej and Kachchh, where projects are at construction and approvals stages respectively.
Selected Recent Projects in the Pipeline
Among recently tracked projects in the sub-sector, several illustrate the range of investment scale and geography:
| Project | Promoter | Location | Value (Rs crore) | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetty & Storage Terminal Expansion | Gujarat Chemical Port Terminal Company Limited (GCPTCL) | Dahej, Bharuch, Gujarat | 1,200 | Construction Started |
| Ship Building & Ship Repairing Yard | Chowgule Lavgan Shiprepair Private Limited | Jagatsinghpur, Odisha | 550 | Planning |
| Marina Development | Kargwal Constructions Private Limited | Mormugao, North Goa | 350 | Under Approvals |
| Modern Fishing Berth | Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala | 271 | Approvals Received |
| Captive Salt Jetty & Associated Infrastructure | Archean Chemical Industries Private Limited | Lakhpat, Kachchh, Gujarat | 238.2 | Under Approvals |
| Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Facility | Baleshwar Shipyard & Infra Private Limited | Balasore, Odisha | 150 | Approvals Received |
What this means for suppliers and contractors
The 700 MTPA capacity target, as reported, signals sustained government intent to expand port infrastructure over the remainder of the decade. For suppliers, contractors and equipment makers, the most actionable signal lies in the current pipeline composition.
With 368 projects under approvals and 120 in planning, a significant volume of work is approaching the stage where engineering, procurement and construction contracts become active. Firms that position themselves during the approvals phase are better placed to engage promoters before formal tendering begins.
Maharashtra, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu collectively account for 383 of the 652 tracked projects, making these states the primary geography for near-term engagement. Odisha is also noteworthy given the cluster of shipbuilding and repair projects at Balasore and Jagatsinghpur currently moving through approvals and planning stages.
There are currently no open India tenders recorded in the Infrastructure Projects sector on the Projects India platform. Suppliers are advised to monitor the approvals pipeline closely, as projects receiving approvals represent the most proximate conversion to tender activity. The full shipping infrastructure project pipeline is available for tracking, and the broader all-projects database covers activity across sectors.
Frequently asked questions
What is India's port capacity expansion target by 2030?
India is targeting over 700 MTPA of additional port capacity by 2030, according to a report by DD News dated 25 September 2026. No further breakdown of financing, phasing or responsible authority was available from the single outlet that carried the report.
How many shipping infrastructure projects are tracked in India?
Projects India tracks 652 live shipping infrastructure projects across India. Of these, 368 are under approvals, 120 are in planning and 107 have commenced construction, indicating a substantial volume of work approaching active procurement stages.
Which states have the most shipping infrastructure projects in India?
Maharashtra leads with 178 tracked shipping infrastructure projects, followed by Gujarat at 110, Tamil Nadu at 95, Andhra Pradesh at 67, West Bengal at 48 and Kerala at 44, based on Projects India data.
Are there open port or shipping infrastructure tenders in India right now?
Projects India currently records no open tenders in the Infrastructure Projects sector in India. However, with 368 shipping infrastructure projects under approvals, tender activity is expected to increase as projects clear regulatory hurdles.
