Mumbai International Cruise Terminal was presented as a key cruise and passenger facility on India’s western coast
As it expands its focus beyond cargo operations, the Mumbai Port Authority, which manages the port in Mumbai, is seeking international partnerships in cruise tourism, marina development, shipbuilding, waterfront infrastructure and maritime services.
In a press statement, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways says that the session focused on opportunities emerging around Mumbai’s harbour and Maharashtra’s maritime sector, including the development of cruise facilities, the proposed Mumbai Marina, a convention centre and the National Mega Shipbuilding Cluster.
The statement adds that the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal was presented as a key cruise and passenger facility on India’s western coast. The port also outlined plans for the proposed Mumbai Marina, which will cover 14 hectares of water area and have capacity for 424 yachts.
The marina project is expected to create opportunities across yachting, sailing, marine services, hospitality, yacht repair and waterfront activities.
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M Angamuthu (left) and Adesh Titarmare (right)
Another focus was the proposed International Convention Centre and commercial development along Mumbai’s eastern waterfront. The project is being planned to support convention, exhibition, hospitality and business tourism activity and strengthen Mumbai’s position as a MICE destination, says the statement.
The National Mega Shipbuilding Cluster in Maharashtra was also discussed. The initiative is being pursued with the Maharashtra government and is aimed at developing shipbuilding, ship repair and related maritime industries along India’s western coast.
M Angamuthu, Chairperson, Mumbai Port Authority, highlighted the evolving role of ports in India’s maritime growth, noting that modern ports are expanding beyond cargo handling into logistics, passenger movement, marine tourism, shipbuilding, port-led development and global trade cooperation.
“Mumbai Port has connected India with more than 100 countries. We now aim to extend these relationships beyond cargo into cruise tourism, marina development, shipbuilding, convention infrastructure and the wider maritime economy. Our vision aligns with Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, and we welcome diplomatic missions, trade bodies and industry partners to explore future collaboration,” says Angamuthu.
