**Executive Summary**
The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) achieved a record performance in Financial Year 2025–26, recording a five-year high in cargo handling and the highest growth rate among all Major Ports in India. Handling 21.01 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of cargo, the Port saw a 16% growth compared to the previous year, significantly exceeding the national average growth for Major Ports. The report highlights several completed infrastructure and sustainability projects alongside a five-year high in operating income of ₹583 crore.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Cargo Handling Performance**
* MPA handled 21.01 MMT of cargo in FY 2025–26, reflecting a 16% growth rate.
* This performance ranked MPA first in growth among the 12 Major Ports in the country.
* The Port's growth outperformed the collective growth of all Major Ports, which was 7.14%.
* **Segment-Specific Growth**
* Other Miscellaneous Cargo saw the highest segment increase at 34.56%.
* Finished Fertilizers and Dry Bulk cargo grew by 20.92% and 16.73%, respectively.
* Iron Ore (including pellets) grew by 1.83%, while Liquid Cargo grew by 1.22%.
* **Financial Results**
* The Port recorded an Operating Income of ₹583 crore for the financial year.
* This figure represents the highest operating income achieved by the MPA in the last five years.
* **Infrastructure and Sustainability Milestones**
* Commissioned a 3 MWp Solar Power Plant to enhance sustainability.
* Modified Railway Lines No. 8 & 8A and installed a new Firefighting System at Berth No. 8.
* Established a pipeline for the reuse of treated sewage water from Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited.
* Completed a covered shed at Berths 5 & 6 through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode.
**Impact Analysis**
**Mormugao Port Authority (MPA)**
**Impact**
The MPA has strengthened its cargo profile through diversification and modernization, leading to record-breaking financial and operational results.
**Action Required**
The Port must continue its focus on operational efficiency and infrastructure augmentation to sustain the current growth trajectory in future years.
**Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways / India’s Maritime Sector**
**Impact**
MPA’s performance has significantly contributed to the overall growth of the maritime sector, helping the collective cargo handling of Major Ports reach 915 MMT.
**Action Required**
The Ministry is expected to oversee the Port's continued contribution to the growth of the national maritime sector.
**Infrastructure and PPP Partners**
**Impact**
Collaborative efforts, such as the construction of covered sheds at Berths 5 & 6, have directly contributed to the Port's increased efficiency and capacity.
**Action Required**
Partners must ensure the sustained maintenance and utilization of the newly developed infrastructure to support the Port’s handling capabilities.
Key Entities Referenced
Mormugao Port Authority (MPA): The primary entity that achieved record cargo handling and the highest growth rate among all Major Ports in India for FY 2025–26.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways: The overseeing central ministry responsible for the administration and performance monitoring of the Mormugao Port Authority.
Vasco, Goa: The location where the Mormugao Port is situated, defining its geographic jurisdiction and operational base.
Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited: An entity involved in the port's infrastructure modernization through the treated sewage water reuse pipeline project.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Mormugao Port Authority Records Highest
Growth Among Major Ports; Achieves 5-Year
High in Cargo Handling in FY 2025–26
Posted On: 11 APR 2026 5:42PM by PIB Mumbai
Vasco, Goa 11 April 2026
The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and
Waterways, has registered a remarkable performance in Financial Year 2025–26,
achieving the highest growth rate among all Major Ports in India and recording its
highest cargo handling in the last five years.
MPA handled 21.01 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of cargo during FY 2025–26,
registering a growth of 16% over the previous financial year. This is the highest
growth rate among the 12 Major Ports in the country. The Port’s performance
significantly surpasses the overall growth of Major Ports, which collectively handled
915 MMT of cargo in FY 2025–26 as compared to 854 MMT in FY 2024–25, reflecting
a growth of 7.14%.
The growth in cargo handling was driven by improved performance across multiple
segments. Dry Bulk cargo recorded a growth of 16.73%, while Other Miscellaneous
Cargo increased by 34.56%. Finished Fertilizers witnessed a growth of 20.92%. Iron
Ore (including pellets) and Liquid Cargo also registered growth of 1.83% and
1.22%, respectively. These trends indicate continued efforts by the Port towards
diversification of cargo and strengthening of its cargo profile.
On the financial front, MPA recorded an Operating Income of ₹583 crore during FY
2025–26, which is the highest in the last five years.
During the year, the Port completed several infrastructure development projects
aimed at enhancing efficiency and sustainability. These include commissioning of a 3
MWp Solar Power Plant, modification of Railway Lines No. 8 & 8A, installation of a
Firefighting System at Berth No. 8, laying of a pipeline for reuse of treated sewage
water from Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, and
construction of a covered shed at Berths 5 & 6 through PPP mode.
The performance of Mormugao Port reflects its continued focus on modernization,
operational efficiency, and infrastructure augmentation. The Port is expected to
sustain this growth trajectory in the coming years and continue to contribute to the
growth of India’s maritime sector.***
Source- MPA PRO/Ambadas Yadav/Parshuram Kor
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