Indian partnership will expand shorepower reach

Initially, the shorepower facility will be provided from the national grid but, once established, the port may use open access to buy green power for shore power purposes. The supply will be enabled for two ships simultaneously, eliminating the use of diesel at the port and also helping reduce noise pollution.

“This agreement showcases how we are collaborating with port authorities, governments, and like-minded stakeholders to lead and take pioneering steps in deploying technology to tackle emissions in our industry at scale,” said APM Terminals’ global head of Decarbonisation, Sahar Rashidbeigi.

“Emissions from vessels at berth significantly contribute to poor air quality in and around ports, affecting community and marine health,” he continued.

“Our efforts to minimise port stay for our customers through operational excellence measures have led to significant savings at many terminals and ports worldwide.

“With shorepower, we have the opportunity to save an additional 40 to 60 per cent of fuel and associated emissions during a port call.”

APM Terminals Mumbai is one of the five container terminals operating from Nhava Sheva’s Jawaharlal Nehru Port, having procured a 30-year licence from the port to provide container handling services.

The agreement was signed on 22 August 2024.