SMPK inks concession agreement with JSW Infrastructure for mechanisation of Berths 7 & 8 at NSD, KDS

To facilitate faster handling of container cargo

In a landmark development for maritime infrastructure, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK) on Monday signed a Concession Agreement with JSW Infrastructure Limited for the mechanisation and modernisation of Berths No. 7 and 8 at Netaji Subhas Dock (NSD) under the Kolkata Dock System (KDS).

The ceremony took place in the presence of Mr Rathendra Raman, Chairman, SMPK, and Mr Devki Nandan, Director, JSW Infrastructure Limited. Mr Samrat Rahi, Deputy Chairman, SMPK, along with all Heads of Departments of KDS, and the team members of JSW Infra were also present.  

 

 

The Concession Agreement involves reconstruction of Berth 8, mechanisation of Berths 7 and 8 by installing rail-mounted quay crane (RMQC) to facilitate faster handling of container cargo, along with a back-up area of 25 acres, and operation of the berths for 30 years. The terminal is set to have a capacity of 5 lakh TEUs, with its total project cost being Rs 740 crore.

Mr Rathendra Raman highlighted that the mechanisation of these key berths underlines SMPK’s commitment towards strengthening port infrastructure and enhancing trade facilitation in line with the Government of India’s vision for modern, world class ports.

This partnership with JSW Infrastructure is poised to play a pivotal role in driving growth, efficiency and competitiveness of SMP Kolkata, further reinforcing its position as a crucial maritime gateway in Eastern India, emphasised a release.

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