India, an eminent supporter of economic growth, is on a growth trajectory. The seaport traffic & GDP growth are positively correlated. In order to keep pace with the growing potential of cargo traffic, the Government of India has undertaken an ambitious capacity expansion plan.

The Indian Port sector will invest US$66bn in the construction of new ports and upgrading of existing ports. The investment has been outlined for expansion on new developments of 276 ports throughout India.

2nd India Port Expansion and Capacity Upgrading Summit will feature Port Authorities, governmental bodies and industry executives from across the world discussing the development of India’s port sector and the future outlook of the Indian port industry.  India welcomes the international community to join in their expansion efforts and help create advanced ports servicing the world.  

Program for 2011:
- India Port Overview
- Port Development Strategies and opportunities
- Criteria for Successful developments of ports in India
- Port Security and Safety
- Effective Design of ports Infrastructure
- Green Port Initiatives
- Port Productivity and operating efficiency
- What do shipping lines expect from ports?
- Implementing efficient risk management strategies in and around port

It was an excellent event
Dhamra Port Company Limited

Nice event, interesting one to one meetings. Thank you
ArcelorMittal

Satisfactory, there were many players from the port sector which added value to the event
Kakinada Seaports

The event runs really professionally, excellent!
Lloyd's Register

Great event, we are very satisfied!
Trelleborg Engineering Systems

Good to be updated on port projects, quite useful!
Nexans Wires & Cables