Union Minister reviews modernisation and green initiatives at Vizag Port
Union Minister Suresh Gopi visited the Visakhapatnam Port Authority to review infrastructure and ongoing projects. The visit highlighted the government's focus on modernizing cargo handling systems and implementing eco-friendly technologies. Gopi expressed satisfaction with the port's progress in enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.
- ▪Union Minister Suresh Gopi assessed the infrastructure capabilities at Visakhapatnam Port Authority.
- ▪The visit focused on upgrading coastal cargo handling systems and integrating eco-friendly technologies.
- ▪Mr. Gopi commended the port's transition towards fully automated and environmentally responsible operations.
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VISAKHAPATNAM:Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi, on Monday visited the Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) to assess infrastructure capabilities and review ongoing developmental projects.VPA Chairperson J.S. Bindra and other senior administrative heads welcomed him.The visit underscores the Central government’s emphasis on upgrading coastal cargo handling systems and integrating eco-friendly technologies within major Indian ports.As part of the evaluation, Mr. Gopi took a ride on a specialised launch vessel to inspect the port’s Single Point Mooring (SPM) facilities.
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