PANAJI: With environmental clearances in place, Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) is set to launch a major dredging and redevelopment project to enhance the port’s capacity and versatility. The four-year initiative will deepen the port’s approach channel from 14.4 metres to nearly 20 metres, enabling it to accommodate Capesize vessels.
“We plan to dredge our approach channel to 19.5 metres to allow Capesize vessels. The Centre is keen on developing deep-draft berths at major ports,” said MPA Vice-Chairman Vinayaka Rao.
A consultant will soon be appointed to prepare a . . .
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