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    Export and Import Performance of Steel in India
    (Indian Maritime University, 2023-05) Nazir, Shahid; Dasgupta, Mrinal Kumar
    Steel is an essential component of every country’s economy and is regarded as one of the modernisation’s driving forces. Steel consumption per capita is regarded as one of the most important markers of a country’s socioeconomic progress and living standards. Steel remains the most environmentally benign and recyclable of engineering materials. India’s founders recognised power and steel as the cornerstone for the country’s future growth after independence. Steel was used to build the majority of India’s contemporary infrastructure, confirming the industry’s pivotal role in the country’s development. India has surpassed Japan as the world’s second-largest steel producer, and it is on track to become the world’s second largest steel consumer. India’s local steel sector is particularly sensitive to lower-cost imports and fluctuating demand. The steel industry’s overall growth and profitability have been harmed by a drop in domestic steel demand and a decline in investment across industries. Protectionism and trade conflicts are having a negative influence on the sector. However, this is only a phase. The Indian steel industry is thriving, with a compound annual growth rate of roughly 5% to 6% year on year. In 2022, India’s imports of iron and steel articles grew to 14815.37 USD million, up from 3511.06 USD million in 2021. Exports of Iron & Steel in India decreased to 11030.12 USD Million in 2022 from 22906.19 USD Million in 2021. The current scenario necessitates an immediate policy boost to protect the industry from global pressures while also stimulating demand. The indian Steel Association (iSA) successfully inaugurated its flagship event, the ‘ISA Steel Conclave,’ in 2018 as a venue for government officials, senior industry experts, and consultants to obtain insights into international steel trade and related difficulties. This research paper aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the steel sector in India, highlighting its growth, problems, and economic effect.
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    Analysis on Port Performance Indicator of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port
    (Indian Maritime University, 2023) Kumar, Gaurav; Dasgupta, Mrinal Kumar
    The performance of ports plays a crucial role in facilitating global trade and economic growth. In this study, an analysis is conducted on the port performance indicators of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, one of the major ports in India. The aim of the analysis is to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the port operations, identify areas of improvement, and suggest measures for enhancing the overall performance of the port. The study employs a quantitative approach, utilizing relevant data on port performance indicators, such as cargo throughput, vessel turnaround time, berth occupancy rate, container handling, and productivity, among others. The data is collected over a period of time, and statistical analysis, trend analysis, and benchmarking techniques are applied to assess the performance of the port. The findings of the analysis reveal the current status of the port's performance, identifying strengths and weaknesses in different areas. The study highlights the need for improving the port's operational efficiency, optimizing resource utilization, enhancing container handling capacity, and reducing vessel turnaround time. Additionally, the study identifies the need for technological advancements, infrastructural upgrades, and operational streamlining to improve the overall performance of the port. The results of this study are expected to provide valuable insights and recommendations for port authorities, policymakers, and stakeholders to implement strategic measures for enhancing the performance of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, and thereby contribute to the growth and development of the maritime trade sector in the region. Further research and analysis in this area are warranted to continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of the port and implement effective strategies for sustainable port operations.
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    A Study on the efficiency in operations of Adani Liquid Terminal at Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), Mundra.
    (Indian Maritime University, 2023) Ojha, Vaibhav; Dasgupta, Mrinal Kumar
    One of India's greatest commercial empires, the Adani Group, is promoting Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ). The Group's activities span a variety of sectors, including logistics, ports, and coal mining and trade. Rail and shipping; thermal and renewable energy production and transmission; agricultural commodities and related businesses. The largest privately owned port operator in India is Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. For India, they have created, purchased, and grown a portfolio of ports infrastructure and services that is unmatched in India in less than two decades. The study outlines the fundamental operational procedures for Adani's liquid terminal, highlighting particular difficulties at the facility such as truck tanker traffic jams, pipeline pigging, and storage tank issues. Economical cleaning technique, limitation on liquid cargo overflow. Adani Ports is equipped with the tools necessary to overcome obstacles and compete effectively on a global scale. In fact, Adani Ports is the only port in the nation with the ability to handle and store a range of cargoes, including liquid cargo, dry bulk, broken bulk, cars, and crude oil. Mundra can accommodate four million TEUs and the biggest post Panamax ship. The Special Economic Zone (SEZ) spans around 200 km. Mundra is one of India's major ports because of the 11 communities that are located around the SEZ. The paper also emphasises the demand for oil on the international and Indian markets, as well as a comparison of the two. The section demonstrates Adani's export import portfolio as well as the numerous actions it takes to implement its own business model and strategy in the bulk liquid industry. The different upgrades that have been suggested. As the port itself is the biggest in India and provides a variety of liquid freight operations. For certain cargoes, the port has 6 berths and its above. IHC business has 17 dredgers in total at the Adani port. Beyonce used dredging for berthing when the water was shallow. More than 100 storage tanks and cutting edge amenities for luring clients for services & operational operations. Around 18 tug boats are available for pilotage at Adani Ports. There were 2 LNG gas canisters, each with a capacity of 50,000 MT. Containers are organised by number starting with the numeral 82 on the ship's deck.