Gateway Terminals India, JNPA sign MoU for shore power supply

Gateway Terminals India (GTI) – also known as APM Terminals Mumbai – has signed a memorandum of understanding with Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) to initiate the piloting of shore power supply (SPS).

The project aims to reduce carbon emissions from vessels during their port stay, a key decarbonisation goal for APM Terminals globally, says an official release from GTI. "Initially, the shore power facility will be provided from the national grid. Once established, the port may purchase green energy through open access for SPS purposes. The supply will be enabled for two ships simultaneously, eliminating the use of diesel at the port and additionally reducing noise pollution."

Sahar Rashidbeigi, Global Head of Decarbonisation, APM Terminals says: "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.

"Emissions from vessels at berth significantly contribute to poor air quality in and around ports, affecting community and marine health. 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 shore power, we have the opportunity to save an additional 40-60 percent of fuel and associated emissions during a port call."

The agreement between JNPA and GTI was signed on August 22, 2024 in the presence of Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

APM Terminals Mumbai is one of the five container terminals operating from JNPA's Nhava Sheva port, having procured a 30-year licence to provide container handling services at its facility, the release added.

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