India marked a major milestone in maritime infrastructure today with the inauguration of Phase 2 at Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal (BMCT), operated by PSA International at Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva). With this expansion, PSA Mumbai has become the country’s largest standalone container terminal, offering an annual handling capacity of 4.8 million TEUs.
The development doubles BMCT’s earlier capacity of 2.4 million TEUs, extending quay length to 2,000 metres and equipping the terminal with 24 quay cranes, 72 rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs), and direct rail connectivity to the Dedicated Freight Corridor.
The ceremony was attended by senior dignitaries from the Government of Maharashtra and Singapore, highlighting the project’s role in advancing bilateral cooperation in infrastructure.
According to officials, Phase 2 will:
- Improve cargo-handling efficiency and vessel turnaround at India’s busiest port.
- Enhance India’s trade competitiveness and connectivity to global markets.
- Generate new employment opportunities and drive economic growth in Maharashtra.
- Strengthen the India–Singapore partnership, backed by PSA International’s investment of over US$2.3 billion in India.
BMCT’s Phase 2 facilities were ready in June 2025, and today’s commissioning is expected to reshape regional logistics and trade dynamics.
Industry leaders have hailed the expansion as a “game-changer” for Indian exports, positioning PSA Mumbai—with its state-of-the-art equipment and multimodal infrastructure—as a key driver of the nation’s maritime growth.
