JNPA celebrates I-Day, advances sustainability with electric fleet transition

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) India’s Best Performing Port, celebrated Independence Day with patriotic zeal. The celebration commenced with the arrival of the chief guest Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairman, JNPA. He was presented with the ‘Guard of Honour’ by the CISF Sr Commandant, Ram Mohan. The event was followed by the flag hoisting and the national anthem. Speaking on the occasion Unmesh Sharad Wagh stated, “Since inception, JNPA has given wings to the nation’s blue economy. From being India’s best-performing port to India’s first 100% landlord model port, developing India’s first port-led SEZ, to upcoming India’s first integrated agri import-export facility, and India’s first Mega Port – Vadhvan Port will also be developed by JNPA.  JN Port is always a step ahead in spearheading the change in the country’s maritime and port sector.” He further highlighted JNPA’s sustainability initiatives to achieve the MIV 2030 target and JNPA’s commitment to the prosperity of the community.  JNPA announced its support for 22 NGOs and charitable organizations focused on societal betterment as part of its CSR initiatives. He reiterated JNPA’s month-on-month performance growth.  JNPA will also commence infrastructure development projects under its CSR initiative. JNPA is ranked among the top ports in the world in terms of Vessel Turnaround Time and has succeeded in reducing the vessel turnaround time to 22 hours. The event also marked a major milestone in JNPA’s ongoing sustainability initiatives. Unmesh Sharad Wagh announced the launch of JNPA’s first Battery Electric Terminal Tractor (e-ITV) for Container Rail Operations (CRO). This launch is part of the port’s ambitious plan to transition its truck fleet from diesel to electric power.