Trade Meet 2025, hosted by Delta Ports Mormugao Terminal Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) and with support from Goa Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC), concluded successfully with a clear vision to revive container shipping from Mormugao Port. The meet set the stage for a new era of growth in Goa’s maritime sector, with a strong focus on enhancing connectivity to global trade and positioning the state as a competitive hub within India’s logistics and supply chain network.
Industries Minister Mauvin Godinho was the chief guest on the occasion. Also present were Vinayak Rao, Deputy Chairperson, MPA; Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco, Chairman, Goa-IDC; Ahmed Mohiuddin, Chairman, Delta Ports Mormugao Terminal Pvt. Ltd.; Pravimal Abhishek, IAS, Managing Director, Goa-IDC; and Shamil Ahmed, Managing Director, Delta Ports Mormugao Terminal Pvt. Ltd.
Speaking at the meet, Godinho said:“The revival of container services at Mormugao Port is a welcome step that will ease logistics, cut costs for businesses, and unlock new opportunities for Goa’s industry. The port is a natural resource that must be fully utilised—not only for trade but also to support our growing sectors like pharmaceuticals, which contribute over 8% of global production from a small state like ours. With upgraded infrastructure, including cranes, MPA is taking the right steps, and I urge industries to make the most of these facilities.”
Reginaldo Lourenco emphasised the pivotal role of logistics in industrial growth and assured full support from Goa-IDC towards enabling efficient supply chains and creating new opportunities for industries in the state.
Reflecting on the port’s long legacy, Vinayak Rao, Deputy Chairperson of MPA, said: “Mormugao Port has been a cornerstone of Goa’s economy since 1885. Despite challenges, including the mining ban, the port is now firmly back on the path of growth. With the revival of container services and the 30-year concession agreement with Delta Ports, we are well placed to re-establish Mormugao Port as a thriving container hub.”
Pravimal Abhishek added: “The operationalisation of the container terminal at Mormugao Port is a long-awaited milestone that will directly benefit Goa’s MSMEs and industries by reducing logistics costs and enabling faster exports. Instead of transporting cargo to JNPT and Navi Mumbai, our industries can now access world-class facilities right here in Goa.”
Echoing this vision,Shamil Ahmed, Managing Director of Delta Ports, said:“Goa has always been a national maritime gateway, and with modern infrastructure and multimodal connectivity, Mormugao Port is uniquely positioned to re-emerge as a container hub. With our 30-year concession agreement with MPA, Delta Ports is committed to reducing logistics costs, ensuring faster turnaround, and providing world-class facilities for the trade community. Backed by four decades of global experience, we bring reliability, efficiency, and best practices to make Goa a competitive hub on India’s western coast.”
Key highlights of the event:
• Mormugao Port Authority (MPA): Strategic role of the port and its capabilities.
• Goa IDC: Role of container services in reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and accelerating industrial development.
• Delta Ports Engineering Team: Upgrades at Berths No. 10 & 11 and enhanced cargo handling capacity.
A thought-provoking panel discussion on “Charting a New Course: Synergizing Stakeholders to Revive and Expand Goa Port’s Container Services” featured active participation from industry experts including Vinayak Rao (MPA), Shamil Ahmed (Delta Ports),C. M. Murlidharan (Unifeeder), and Kishore Prabhat (Deccan Chemicals). The session highlighted collaborative approaches to strengthen Goa’s maritime ecosystem and drive sustainable growth.
The event concluded with a collective call to action, urging all stakeholders to work in unison towards establishing Goa as a strong player in India’s logistics landscape and a competitive gateway to global trade.
