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The World Bank team comprising of Avanish Kant, Surbhi Goyal and Dr Ennarasu Karunesan, accompanied by representatives from Royal HaskoningDHV, visited Mormugao Port on Thursday. The visit included a meeting led by Dr N. Vinodkumar, IPoS, Chairperson of the Mormugao Port Authority (MPA), along with the Deputy Chairperson and Heads of Departments.
The World Bank has engaged Royal HaskoningDHV as consultants to conduct an analytical study aimed at promoting greener practices in Indian ports. Mormugao Port has been chosen as one of three key ports in India along with Paradip Port and Mumbai Port for this significant study, highlighting its potential to serve as a model for sustainable practices that other ports can emulate across the nation. This study will assess the current operations at Mormugao Port and offer recommendations for integrating environmentally friendly technologies and processes.
The partnership between the World Bank, Royal HaskoningDHV, and Mormugao Port Authority exemplifies a proactive commitment to enhancing sustainability in India's port operations. This initiative is designed not only to improve environmental outcomes but also to establish a benchmark for other ports in India, thereby contributing to a more sustainable maritime industry.
