Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singapore PM Lawrence Wong inaugurated the second phase of the Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal (BMCT) at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) on September 4, 2025. The ₹7,915 crore project, developed through a 30-year PPP between JNPA and Singapore's PSA International, doubled BMCT's capacity from 2.4 million to 4.8 million TEUs, making it India's largest standalone container terminal. JNPA's total capacity crossed 10 million TEUs, a first for any Indian port. Maharashtra now leads India in container handling capacity with 10 million TEU, surpassing Gujarat's 8.2 million TEU. The terminal has 24 ship-to-shore cranes, 72 rubber-tyred gantry cranes, and deep-draft berths for vessels carrying up to 18,000 TEUs.
PM Modi and Singapore PM Wong Inaugurate PSA Mumbai Phase-2 at JNPA
PSA Mumbai Phase-2 inauguration makes JNPA India's first port to cross 10 million TEU; Maharashtra leads container capacity.
Key facts
- PM Modi and Singapore PM Lawrence Wong inaugurated second phase of Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal (BMCT) at JNPA on September 4, 2025
- ₹7,915 crore project through 30-year PPP between JNPA and Singapore's PSA International; doubled BMCT capacity from 2.4 million to 4.8 million TEUs
- JNPA's total capacity crossed 10 million TEUs — first for any Indian port; Maharashtra now leads India in container handling (10 million TEU), surpassing Gujarat (8.2 million TEU)
- Terminal has 24 ship-to-shore cranes, 72 rubber-tyred gantry cranes, and deep-draft berths for vessels up to 18,000 TEUs
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Prime Minister Modi and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong inaugurated the Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal Phase-2 at Jawaharlal Nehru Port on September 4, 2025. The ₹7,915 crore public-private partnership with Singapore's PSA International doubled capacity from 2.4 to 4.8 million twenty-foot equivalent units, pushing port total beyond ten million.
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The Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal (BMCT) Phase 2 at JNPA was developed through a PPP between JNPA and which company?
The ₹7,915 crore BMCT Phase 2 was developed through a 30-year PPP between JNPA and Singapore's PSA International, doubling capacity from 2.4 million to 4.8 million TEUs.
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Frequently asked questions
What is PSA Mumbai Phase-2 at JNPA and why was it inaugurated by PM Modi and Singapore PM Wong?
**PSA Mumbai Phase-2** at **JNPA (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority)** is a major container terminal developed by **PSA International** (Singapore's port operator). PM Modi and Singapore PM Lawrence Wong jointly inaugurated it, symbolizing strong India-Singapore economic partnership.
What is JNPA (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority) and its significance for India's trade?
**JNPA** (formerly JNPT) is India's **largest and busiest container port**, accounting for around **50% of the total containerised cargo volume across India's major ports**. Located in **Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra**, it is crucial for India's trade with Europe, Americas, and East Asia.
What is PSA International and why is Singapore's involvement in JNPA significant?
**PSA International** is Singapore's state-owned global port operator and one of the world's largest. Its investment in **JNPA Mumbai Phase-2** brings world-class terminal management expertise to India, enhancing port efficiency and India's competitiveness in global maritime trade.
What is India's Sagarmala Programme and how does PSA Mumbai Phase-2 relate to it?
**Sagarmala Programme** is India's flagship port-led development initiative aimed at modernizing ports, enhancing port connectivity, and developing port-led industrialization. PSA Mumbai Phase-2 aligns with Sagarmala's goal of making Indian ports globally competitive by increasing capacity and reducing logistics costs.
What are India's current port infrastructure challenges and how is the government addressing them?
India's port challenges include: high **turnaround time**, limited **draft depth** for large vessels, inadequate **hinterland connectivity**, and **capacity constraints**. The government is addressing these through Sagarmala, **Maritime India Vision 2030**, new greenfield ports, and PPP investments like PSA Mumbai Phase-2.
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