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Global Shipping Giants Set Sail for India’s Coastal Freight Market

As Asia diversifies economically, global container giants are turning their gaze to India’s growing coastal shipping sector. Leading the charge are Maersk and CMA CGM, who are actively exploring entry into domestic freight services between Indian ports—marking a major shift in the country’s shipping landscape.
India’s decision in 2018 to ease cabotage rules for transshipment opened the door to foreign-flagged liners. But protectionist policies and limited Indian-flagged tonnage have kept coastal growth constrained—until now.

Key Developments at a Glance:

  • CMA CGM’s Coastal Push : The French shipping giant has announced plans to reflag several vessels for Indian coastal trade, starting with CMA CGM Vitoria, previously Malta-registered and now deployed on its BIGEX service.
  • More Vessels to Follow : Three more CMA CGM vessels are set to be locally registered in the coming months, underlining its long-term strategy in India.
  • Historic Registration at GIFT City : CMA CGM becomes the first international shipping company to register a containerized vessel at the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City’s (GIFT City) International Financial Services Centre.
  • Expanding Presence : CMA CGM has also opened a crew management office in Mumbai to support its growing fleet and operations.
  • Government Support : Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to CMA CGM’s headquarters in Marseille underscores India’s support for global shipping partnerships.
  • Environmental Focus : With India's push to shift freight from roads to inland waterways, international carriers could bring much-needed infrastructure and service reliability to accelerate this transition.
While India’s domestic coastal shipping market faces hurdles—especially in infrastructure and reliability—the entry of major global players could be the catalyst it needs for substantial growth.
India is poised for a coastal freight renaissance. With top-tier carriers investing and regulatory support expanding, the domestic shipping sector could soon mirror the vibrancy of the nation’s broader logistics ecosystem.
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Vietnam’s Chu Lai Port and RCL Team Up to Launch Direct India Shipping Route

In a strategic move to boost regional trade, Truong Hai International Logistics Limited Liability Company (THILOGI) has partnered with Regional Container Lines (RCL), a leading Thailand-based shipping firm, to launch a direct shipping route between Chu Lai (Vietnam) and India.

Key Highlights:

  • Direct Service Launched
On May 16, Chu Lai Port welcomed the Chana Bhum, a Singapore-flagged vessel operated by RCL, marking the inaugural voyage on the Chu Lai–India route.
  • Cargo Movement:

The maiden journey carried nearly 800 containers of import-export cargo including:

  • Automotive spare parts
  • Garments
  • Furniture
  • Agricultural products
  • Strategic Trade Ties:
  • India is Vietnam’s largest trading partner in South Asia, contributing to 80% of Vietnam’s exports to the region.
  • The new service supports trade in agricultural goods, particularly from Central Vietnam and neighboring regions.
  • Service Frequency & Reach:
  • Two sailings per month on the Chu Lai–India route.
  • Enhanced access to other key markets including China, South Korea, and Japan.
  • Major Benefits:
  • Reduced transit times and lower shipping costs by bypassing northern/southern transshipment hubs in Vietnam.
  • Boosts competitiveness for Vietnamese exporters.
  • Strengthens Chu Lai Port’s position on the global maritime map.

Infrastructure Milestone:

  • Ky Ha Channel Dredging Completed:

On the same day, THILOGI announced the successful dredging of the Ky Ha shipping channel, now capable of handling vessels up to 30,000 DWT.

Chu Lai Port Overview:

  • Location: Chu Lai Open Economic Zone, Quang Nam Province
  • Area:140 hectares
  • Operational Since: May 2012
  • Function: Multimodal logistics hub connected to major railways, airports, and highways
  • Strategic Role:Key node on the East-West Economic Corridor, facilitating cross-border trade with Southern Laos and Northern Cambodia.
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Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024 sails through Lok Sabha

Why it matters :

India finally has a modern, purpose‑built law for moving cargo along its 7,500‑km coastline—promising cheaper logistics, cleaner transport, and a huge shot in the arm for “Make in India”.

At‑a‑glance highlights :

  • Dedicated coastal‑trade law replaces 1958 provisions with a future‑ready framework.
  • Indian ships, fewer hurdles: general trading licence scrapped for desi vessels.
  • Foreign ships, clearer rules : must obtain a coastal‑trade licence from the DG Shipping.
  • National Coastal & Inland Shipping Strategic Plan—updated every two years—to sync routes, traffic forecasts, ports and waterways.
  • Charterer pool widened : Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs and LLPs can now hire foreign tonnage.
  • Integrated networks : mandates seamless links between seaports and inland waterways.
  • One‑stop National Database for transparency and data‑driven decisions.
  • Jobs & investment : expected surge in shipbuilding, port services and maritime manpower.
  • Greener logistics : shifts bulk cargo from congested highways/rails to low‑emission ships.

What changes on the ground ?

Then (Merchant Shipping Act, 1958)

Now (Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024)

Coastal trade governed by scattered clauses

Single, holistic statute dedicated to cabotage

Generic vessel‑licensing focus

End‑to‑end ecosystem: licensing, planning, data, enforcement

No strategic roadmap

Biennial national plan + state representation

Limited charter options

Wider charterer base, encourages private participation

Penalty provisions with jail terms

De‑criminalised, monetary penalties dominate

Big-picture impact

  • Cost advantage: sea freight is up to 60 % cheaper per tonne‑km than road
  • Traffic relief: targets 230 MT of coastal cargo by 2030 (162 MT in 2023‑24).
  • Climate boost: lower CO₂ per tonne‑km helps India inch toward its net‑zero pledge.
  • Regional unlock: coastal–riverine synergy could revive economies in Odisha, Karnataka, Goa and beyond.
  • Security & self‑reliance: larger Indian‑flag fleet cuts dependence on foreign hulls.
“This Bill propels India toward an efficient, sustainable and competitive maritime logistics network, true to the spirit of  Atmanirbhar Bharat.”
— Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister, Ports • Shipping • Waterways
Stay tuned—rules, licences and the first National Coastal & Inland Shipping Strategic Plan should roll out within the next few months. For shippers, port operators and logistics tech players alike, the tide is turning!
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Evergreen Marine Launches CIX7 Service Linking Southeast Asia and East India

Evergreen Marine Corp. (Taiwan) Ltd. is set to launch its new CIX7 service on April 20, 2025, expanding its network with direct connections between Vietnam, Thailand, and East India.

Key Highlights :

  • Launch Date: April 20, 2025
  • First Voyage: Departs Cat Lai Port, Ho Chi Minh → Arrives Chennai on May 4, 2025
  • Round-trip Duration: 28 days (fixed schedule)
  • Joint Operators: Evergreen, Wan Hai Lines, RCL Feeder Pte Ltd, and Bengal Tiger Line
  • Fleet: 4 vessels (2,200 TEU capacity); Evergreen deploying 1 vessel

Port Rotation :

Ho Chi Minh – Laem Chabang – Singapore – Port Kelang (North) – Chennai – Vizag – Singapore – Port Kelang (North) – Singapore – Ho Chi Minh
Evergreen says the CIX7 will enhance service frequency and expand port coverage, reinforcing its commitment to better connectivity between Southeast Asia and India.

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