Panaji - Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) is making a fresh attempt at redeveloping its idle Berth No. 9, with the hope that the berth, which was once meant for iron ore, can now be used for general cargo. MPA has moved to conduct a feasibility report and subsequently prepare a detailed project report for the redevelopment of the berth.

This move comes after talks with Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) to set up a ship repair and refit facility at Berth 9 came to a standstill.

“A lot of time has gone by. GSL made . . .