UN/LOCODE: INBOM📍 India

Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay) (UN/LOCODE INBOM)

❖ Coordinates: 18.9700°N, 72.8200°E

❖ Time Zone: Asia/Calcutta

❖ UN/LOCODE: INBOM

## About the Port Located at 18.97° N latitude and 72.82° E longitude, **Port of Mumbai (UN/LOCODE: INBOM)** is the premier gateway on India’s west coast. Operated by the Mumbai Port Trust (MbPT) under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the harbour lies in the state of Maharashtra and observes the Asia/Calcutta time zone (UTC +5:30). Spread over 500 hectares of reclaimed land and natural deep‑water channel, the port accommodates vessels up to 300 m LOA (Length Overall) and a draft of 13.5 m, making it suitable for Pan‑India container ships, bulk carriers, and oil tankers. The port’s strategic position—about 150 nm east of the Arabian Sea’s main shipping lanes—offers rapid access to the Indian Ocean, the Gulf of Aden, and the Suez Canal, which underpins its role as a logistics hub for South‑Asia and the Middle East. Key performance indicators (KPIs) for 2023 show a cargo throughput of **≈ 70 million tonnes**, of which **≈ 12 million TEU** were handled at the two container terminals. The port’s **annual vessel call** exceeds 2,800, with a combined **berthing productivity** of 0.85 TEU per crane hour, ranking it among the top 15 Indian ports for operational efficiency. --- ## History ### Early Foundations (19th Century) The origins of Mumbai’s maritime facilities trace back to the British East India Company’s establishment of a natural anchorage in the early 1800s. Formal harbour development began in **1864** with the construction of a single‑pier breakwater, enabling the first regular cargo steamers to dock. By 1880, a railway line linking the port to the hinterland was laid, catalising export of cotton and opium. ### Post‑Independence Expansion (1947‑1990) Following Indian independence, the **Bombay Port Trust** was re‑organized as a statutory body under the **Port (Development and Regulation) Act, 1965**. The 1970s saw the inauguration of the **Mahim Dock**, a deep‑water terminal capable of handling 50,000‑tonne bulk carriers. In 1986, the first container terminal (now **Container Terminal 1**) was commissioned, marking Mumbai’s entrance into containerized trade. ### Modernization Era (1990‑Present) The economic liberalisation of the 1990s spurred massive infrastructure upgrades. A public‑private partnership (PPP) model introduced the **Mumbai International Container Terminal (MICT)** in 1998, operated by DP World. Subsequent dredging projects deepened the main channel to 13.5 m, and automation of cargo handling (installing Super‑Post‑Pneumatic Cranes) reduced ship turnaround from an average of 48 h to under 30 h by 2022. The port’s name officially changed from *Bombay* to **Mumbai** in 1995, reflecting the city’s renaming. --- ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### Cargo Handling Facilities - **Container Terminals**: Two operational terminals (MICT & Mumbai Port Trust Container Terminal) collectively provide **≈ 6 million TEU** annual capacity. Equipped with **12 Super‑Post‑Pneumatic (SPP) cranes**, **24 RTG (Rubber‑Tyred Gantry) cranes**, and **4 mobile harbor cranes** for oversized cargo. - **Bulk & Breakbulk**: Dedicated berths for **coal, iron ore, cement, and frozen foods**. The **Berth 6** and **Berth 7** feature conveyor‑based loading systems with a combined handling rate of **15 Mt per annum**. - **Liquid Cargo**: Four deep‑water oil terminals (Bharat Petroleum, Hindustan Petroleum, Indian Oil, and BPCL) with **≈ 2 million tonnes** annual oil storage capacity and **double‑acting loading arms**. ### Ancillary Services - **Customs & Inspection**: Integrated with the **National Single Window (NSW)** system, allowing electronic submission of shipping documents and real‑time cargo clearance. - **Warehousing & Logistics**: Over **30 ha** of bonded and non‑bonded warehouses, including temperature‑controlled cold storage (capacity **≈ 1.2 Mt**). The port is linked to the **Mumbai Dedicated Freight Corridor (MDFC)**, enhancing rail‑to‑sea connectivity. - **Repair & Shipyard**: The adjacent **Mumbai ship repair yard** provides dry‑dock services for vessels up to 30,000 DWT, supporting a diverse fleet of tankers, bulk carriers, and passenger ships. ### Navigation & Safety The port operates a **4‑station Vessel Traffic Service (VTS)**, synchronized with the **Indian National Hydrographic Office**. Dredging depth is maintained at **13.5 m** throughout the **9 km** main approach channel, complemented by a **2.5 km** turning basin. Regular **Automatic Identification System (AIS)** monitoring ensures compliance with International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations. > For technical specifications on the port’s navigational aids, see the **IMO Marine Safety** portal: https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/default.aspx --- ## Economic Importance ### National Trade Engine Port of Mumbai is responsible for **≈ 15 %** of India’s total maritime trade value, handling key exports such as **textiles, pharmaceuticals, and engineering goods**, while importing **crude oil, fertilizers, and raw minerals**. The port’s container throughput alone contributes **≈ 22 %** of the nation’s TEU volume, making it the fourth‑largest container gateway in the country after Chennai, Mundra, and Nhava Sheva. ### Employment & Revenue Direct employment exceeds **12,000** personnel, while indirect jobs (logistics, warehousing, ancillary services) total **≈ 80,000**. The port’s annual **Net Revenue** (port dues, cargo handling fees, and lease rentals) reached **₹ 3.7 billion** in FY 2023‑24, with a **tax contribution** of **₹ 1.2 billion** to the Maharashtra state treasury. ### Regional Development The harbour underpins the **Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s (MMR)** status as a financial and industrial hub. The **Mumbai Port Trust’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ)** attracts foreign direct investment (FDI) in automotive assembly, IT hardware, and perishable‑goods processing. Proximity to the **Juhu and Koper (Kandla) ports** creates a logistics corridor that reduces inland freight costs by **≈ 12 %** compared with alternative eastern‑coast routes. --- ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo ### Primary Trade Lanes - **West Africa ↔ Mumbai**: Regular services by Maersk, MSC, and CMA CGM transport **cotton, cocoa, and timber** to Indian textile mills. - **Middle East ↔ Mumbai**: High‑frequency oil tankers from **Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar** supply crude and LPG, while outbound **petrochemical exports** travel via the Suez Canal. - **East Asia ↔ Mumbai**: Container services to **China, Japan, and South Korea** move **electronics, auto components, and engineering parts**. The **East-West corridor** (via the Strait of Malacca) remains the busiest for TEU volumes. ### Cargo Mix (2023 Data) | Cargo Category | Volume (Million Tonnes) | Share of Total | |----------------|------------------------|----------------| | Containerized (TEU) | 12.4 (≈ 20 Mt) | 18 % | | Coal & Coke | 9.2 | 13 % | | Crude Oil & LPG | 8.0 | 11 % | | Iron Ore & Steel | 7.6 | 11 % | | Fertilizers | 5.4 | 8 % | | Food & Agro‑Products | 4.8 | 7 % | | General Cargo (Breakbulk) | 3.6 | 5 % | | Others | 19.6 | 21 % | ### Emerging Trends - **Cold‑Chain Expansion**: Growth in seafood and horticultural exports to the EU and US has driven investment in refrigerated container capacity, projected to rise **≥ 15 %** by 2027. - **Digitalization**: Adoption of **Blockchain‑based Bill of Lading (e‑B/L)** platforms reduces paperwork processing time by up to **45 %**, aligning the port with the **Digital Sea** initiative of the Indian government. - **Sustainable Operations**: In line with the **IMO 2020 sulphur cap**, the port provides **low‑sulphur fuel bunkering** and has launched a **Shore Power (cold ironing)** pilot for berthing vessels up to 10,000 GT, aiming to cut CO₂ emissions by **≈ 3 %** annually. --- *Port of Mumbai continues to evolve as a high‑productivity, technologically advanced maritime gateway, underpinning India’s growth trajectory while maintaining its historic significance as a global trade hub.*

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UN/LOCODE

INBOM

Country

India

Province / Region

Maharashtra

Latitude

18.970000

Longitude

72.820000

Timezone

Asia/Calcutta

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay)?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay) is INBOM.

Where is Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay) located?

The Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay) is located in India, Maharashtra. Its coordinates are 18.9700°N, 72.8200°E.

What time zone is Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay) in?

Port of Mumbai (ex Bombay) operates in the Asia/Calcutta time zone.

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