TRANSHIPMENT
HUB IN ANDAMAN - GEOGRAPHY
News:
Bulk cargo transhipment
hub to be developed in Atlanta Bay in Andaman and Nicobar: Sonowal
What's
in the news?
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Recently, the Union Minister for Ports,
Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) visited the site of the proposed International Container Transhipment Port
(ICTP) at Galathea Bay in Great Nicobar Island.
Key
takeaways:
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ICTP is envisioned to be a transformative
initiative aligning with the Maritime India vision 2030 as well as one of the
key projects in the Amrit kaal Vision 2047.
Transhipment
Hub in Andaman:
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The ICTP is a major infrastructure project
that aims to facilitate
the transshipment of containers between different ports.
Location:
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The proposed ICTP at Galathea Bay, Great Nicobar Island, is strategically positioned
just 40 nautical miles from the International shipping trade
route.
Significance:
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A transshipment deepwater seaport
facilitates the handling of large cargo vessels, featuring a deep water
channel and expansive berth areas for efficient loading,
unloading, and the seamless transfer of goods between ships at the port.
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The ICTP aims to become a leading
container transshipment port by leveraging its strategic location, natural
water depth, and capacity for the transshipment of cargo from nearby ports.
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India
is banking on the strategic location of Galathea Bay for export-import trade as
it lies on international shipping routes.
Benefits:
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The project is expected to generate forex
savings, attract foreign direct investment, and boost economic
activity at other Indian ports.
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It will also contribute to enhanced
logistics infrastructure, employment generation, and increased revenue share.
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The development of this Mega Container
Terminal is a part of the holistic development of Great Nicobar Island.