SMP Kolkata invites solar project
KOLKATA : The Kolkata Port Trust has announced an invitation for bids for a 2 MW solar power project at the Haldia Dock Complex. This initiative, estimated to cost around Rs.168 million (~$2.01 million),
Balmer Lawrie launches ‘Port Link Express’ export train between Haldia-Kolkata
KOLKATA : In a notable advancement for trade logistics, the inaugural ‘Port Link Express’ export train—a groundbreaking cost-effective and eco-friendly land bridge initiative—embarked for Haldia from the Balmer Lawrie Container Freight Station (CFS). This
Haldia Dock of SMP Kolkata set to break own records
KOLKATA : Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata expects the Haldia Dock Complex to record yet another ‘landmark year’ of cargo traffic after it introduced a volume-based rebate scheme this financial year. Together with its
SMP Kolkata decreases rates to attract more cargo
KOLKATA : The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata (SMPK) has announced a volume-based rebate scheme for 2024-25 to enhance the volume of cargo. SMPK handled a record 66.4 million tonnes of cargo in
Kolkata to Shanghai direct cargo link established to boost trade
KOLKATA : In a significant development for trade and logistics in Eastern India, the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), has initiated a direct container vessel service from Shanghai, China. This move is set
Adani Ports wins O&M contract for 5 years at SMP Kolkata
AHMEDABAD : Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) announced that it has received the letter of intent (LOI) for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of the container facility at the Syama Prasad
SMP Kolkata begins direct container vessel service connecting Malaysia, Haldia & Myanmar
KOLKATA : The Haldia Dock Complex (HDC) of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP), Kolkata has commenced direct container vessel service connecting Malaysia, Haldia and Myanmar. Agented by Eastern Liner Shipping MV SITC Nagoya, a
India & US to expand naval ship repair network
NEW DELHI : The US and India are auditing Kolkata Port as they are looking for a new Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) that will allow US warships to access repair services at the port, according
