**Executive Summary**
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has implemented an indigenous Harbour Management System (HMS) and an Integrated Vessel Traffic System (iVTS) to digitize its marine operations, improve data-driven decision-making, and enhance transparency. The rollout includes the "Thagaval" app for vessel movement and pilotage workflows. The Port Facility Centre (PFC) has been operational since January 1, 2026.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Digitalization Initiatives:**
* JNPA has launched a comprehensive, paper-free HMS to digitize marine operations.
* JNPA has launched its independent iVTS, surpassing the previous arrangement.
* JNPA has shifted marine operations to the newly established Port Facility Centre (PFC), operational since January 1, 2026.
* **"Thagaval" App:**
* The "Thagaval" app captures all ship movement data digitally as part of Phase-I digitalisation.
* The app records complete pilotage data, including master's digital signatures and automated report generation.
* It is integrated with the port's billing system (FOCUS) and the National Logistics Portal (NLP).
* Manual data recording is being phased out.
* **Data Integration and System Features:**
* The HMS integrates vessel scheduling, pilotage data, resource allocation, IoT-based inputs, safety monitoring, and sustainability tracking.
* AIS-based vessel data collection through iVTS has already commenced.
* The system will provide terminal operators and service providers with a real-time operational picture.
* **Future Developments:**
* Phase-II trials are underway, extending digital data capture to all logistics assets.
* **JNPA Operations:**
* JNPA operates five container terminals, two liquid terminal operators, and one multipurpose berth operator.
* JNPA ensures transparent, fair, and efficient marine services.
* JNPA operates a multi-product Special Economic Zone (SEZ).
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Terminal Operators and Service Providers**
* **Impact:** Will gain access to a real-time operational picture, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.
* **Action Required:** Adapt operational procedures to utilize the data and insights provided by the new systems.
**Stakeholder: JNPA Management**
* **Impact:** Enhanced capabilities for precise performance monitoring, independent record-keeping for each terminal, improved efficiency, transparency, and safety in port operations.
* **Action Required:** Oversee the Phase-II trials and implementation, ensuring successful integration of all logistics assets.
**Stakeholder: Port Health Officer's Office**
* **Impact:** Operations have been shifted to the newly established Port Facility Centre (PFC).
* **Action Required:** Maintain operations as per guidelines at new Port Facility Centre (PFC).
Key Entities Referenced
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA): India's largest container port, implementing digital initiatives for marine operations.
Harbour Management System (HMS): A comprehensive, paper-free system for digitalizing marine operations at JNPA.
Integrated Vessel Traffic System (iVTS): An independent vessel traffic system implemented by JNPA for real-time operational picture.
National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC): Partnered with JNPA to develop the indigenously designed Harbour Management System.
Thagaval App: A JNPA Pilot app for capturing ship movement data digitally.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
JNPA Integrates Indigenous HMS and iVTS to
enable Real-Time, Data-Driven Marine
Operations
Pilot “Thagaval” App digitises Vessel Movement and Pilotage
Workflows across Port Ecosystem
प्रव तथ: 07 JAN 2026 7:18PM by PIB Mumbai
: Mumbai, January 7, 2025
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India’s largest container port, has taken a significant step
towards end-to-end digitalisation of its marine operations with the rollout of a comprehensive, paper-free
Harbour Management System (HMS).
Recognising the complexity of marine operations and the critical importance of data security, JNPA opted
against off-the-shelf solutions and partnered with the National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways
and Coasts (NTCPWC) to develop an indigenously designed Harbour Management System. The HMS
integrates vessel scheduling, pilotage data, resource allocation, IoT-based inputs, safety monitoring, and
sustainability tracking into a unified digital workflow aligned with global standards.In parallel, JNPA has launched its own independent Integrated Vessel Traffic System (iVTS), moving
beyond the earlier VTS arrangement implemented by Mumbai Port Authority with services provided by
Wärtsilä. AIS-based vessel data collection through iVTS has already commenced, and once fully
operational, the system will provide terminal operators and service providers with a real-time operational
picture, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.
Expressing his views on these developments, Shri Gaurav Dayal, IAS, Chairperson, JNPA, said that
digitalisation of marine operations is fundamental to ensuring transparency, efficiency, and safety in a
landlord port environment. He noted that by adopting an indigenously developed Harbour Management
System and real-time data platforms, JNPA is strengthening service delivery to all terminal operators
while aligning with global best practices. He added that this transformation is already reflecting in
improved performance outcomes and will further enhance the port’s competitiveness.
As part of Phase-I digitalisation, all ship movement data is now being captured digitally through the JNPA
Pilot “Thagaval” App, which has been in use for the past six months. The app records complete pilotage
data, including the master’s digital signatures, enables automated report generation, and is integrated with
the port’s billing system (FOCUS) and the National Logistics Portal (NLP). Manual data recording is
being progressively phased out.
Phase-II trials are currently underway, extending digital data capture to all logistics assets, including tugs,
pilot launches, and other marine crafts.JNPA has also successfully shifted all marine operations, including VTS, to the newly established Port
Facility Centre (PFC). The integrated facility houses all marine operational sections and allied authorities,
including the Port Health Officer’s office, and has been fully operational since January 1, 2026.
Under the landlord port model, while container, liquid, and multipurpose terminals are operated by private
entities, JNPA continues to provide marine services to all operators. With five container terminals, two
liquid terminal operators, and one multipurpose berth operator functioning at the port, ensuring
transparent, fair, and efficient marine services has become critical. To meet this requirement, JNPA has
transitioned its marine operations to a real-time, time-stamped digital platform, enabling precise
performance monitoring and independent record-keeping for each terminal.
About JNPA
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is one of India’s premier container-handling ports. Since its
inception on May 26, 1989, JNPA has evolved from a bulk cargo terminal into the country’s leading
container port. Currently, JNPA operates five container terminals—NSFT, NSICT, NSIGT, BMCT, and
APMT. Spread across 277 hectares, JNPA also operates a state-of-the-art multi-product Special Economic
Zone (SEZ) to promote export-oriented industries in India.
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