Archive · 21 Sep 2025
New Mangalore Port Wins Awards, CEO Recognized
Imagine a big harbor called New Mangalore Port, where ships come to load and unload stuff.
It's like a busy airport, but for boats!
This port just won a big award, 'Major Port of the Year,' because it's doing a great job.
The boss of the port, Dr. Ramana, also won an award.
He's like the captain of the ship, making sure everything runs smoothly.
Since he took over in 2019, the port has modernized and made a lot more money.
They use computers and special systems to manage everything.
They also care about the environment and have electric vehicles.
The port has built new things, like places for containers and cruise ships.
They're also helping the community by building a fishing harbor and a hospital!
New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) named 'Major Port of the Year' in 2025.
NMPA Chairman Dr. A. V. Ramana recognized as 'CEO of the Year'.
Port recorded 46.01 million tonnes of cargo and over Rs1,100 crore income in FY2024-25.
Modernization efforts include digital initiatives and environmental commitments.
Port has expanded infrastructure and undertaken community projects.
- Who
- New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) and Dr. A.V. Ramana
- What
- Won awards for 'Major Port of the Year' and 'CEO of the Year'.
- When
- Awards presented in 2025; the port's Golden Jubilee year.
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- Recognizes port's modernization, performance, and leadership.
- Award
- Major Port of the Year
- CEO of the Year
- Dr. A.V. Ramana
- Port Cargo (FY2024-25)
- 46.01 million tonnes
- Port Income (FY2024-25)
- Over Rs1,100 crore
- Port Net Surplus (FY2024-25)
- Rs420.57 crore
- Community Project
- Kulai Fishing Harbour (Rs 197 crore)
- Hospital Project
- 150-bed multi-speciality