Overview
Comprehensive research report covering India's entire port sector including all major and minor ports. The report provided detailed analysis of traffic trends, infrastructure facilities, operational performance, development plans, regulatory framework, and future outlook for Indian ports. Served as a definitive reference document for stakeholders in port and shipping industry.
Client
Multiple stakeholders including port equipment manufacturers, logistics companies, infrastructure investors, and international organizations seeking comprehensive intelligence on Indian port sector. The report addressed the need for reliable, consolidated information on all aspects of India's port industry in a single reference document.
Challenge
The challenge was to compile comprehensive, accurate information on over 200 ports spread across India's vast coastline, covering diverse ownership structures, operational models, cargo types, and development stages. Required extensive primary research, data validation, and analysis to present meaningful insights beyond raw statistics.
Methodology
The report development involved extensive field visits to all major ports and selected minor ports. Primary research included interviews with port management, terminal operators, shipping lines, and logistics service providers. Traffic data analysis covered 10-year historical trends and commodity-wise breakdowns. Infrastructure assessment documented berths, draft, cargo handling equipment, storage facilities, and connectivity. Financial analysis reviewed port tariffs, operational efficiency metrics, and investment plans. Regulatory framework examination covered port governance, PPP models, and policy developments including Maritime India Vision 2030.
i-maritime Proposition
The India Port Report provided 300+ page comprehensive coverage organized into port-wise profiles, commodity analysis, infrastructure assessment, and strategic outlook sections. Each major port profile included traffic statistics, infrastructure details, connectivity, major customers, expansion plans, and SWOT analysis. Minor port section covered promising upcoming ports with development potential. The report analyzed traffic trends showing strong growth in containers, coal, and crude oil, identifying capacity constraints and expansion opportunities. Infrastructure analysis quantified requirements for new berths, deeper drafts, and mechanization. Regulatory section explained port governance reforms and PPP opportunities. Strategic outlook section provided 10-year traffic projections and identified investment opportunities worth Rs. 1 lakh crore. The report became a widely-referenced industry publication, updated annually to track sector developments.