JSW Infrastructure Limited secured the contract for container berths at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority in Kolkata on Tuesday. The project, awarded on a design, build, finance, operate, and transfer (DBFOT) basis under a public-private partnership (PPP) framework, aims to expand the port's container handling capacity to 1.8 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), according to livemint.com.
The contract was granted following a competitive bidding process, with JSW Infra emerging as the successful bidder. The project focuses on enhancing container handling capacity, improving operational efficiency, and supporting the increasing volume of trade through the Kolkata port. The company will be responsible for the design, construction, financing, operation, and eventual transfer of the terminal, reflecting the DBFOT model outlined by the port authority.
This development is significant for India's eastern maritime trade, as the Kolkata port is a critical gateway for container traffic in the region. Expanding the container capacity to 1.8 million TEUs will help accommodate growing import-export demands and reduce congestion. The PPP model aligns with government efforts to boost private sector participation in port infrastructure, similar to other recent port expansions across India.
The project is expected to bolster the port's competitiveness and operational capabilities. The Kolkata port authority's decision to award the contract to JSW Infra was announced on June 10, 2026, marking a key milestone in the port's infrastructure upgrade plans, as reported by livemint.com.