UN/LOCODE: INNAG📍 India

Port of Nagpur (UN/LOCODE INNAG)

❖ Coordinates: 21.1458°N, 79.0882°E

❖ Time Zone: Asia/Calcutta

❖ UN/LOCODE: INNAG

## About the Port The **Nagpur Port** (UN/LOCODE: **INNAG**) is a riverine cargo handling facility situated on the banks of the **Karanja River** in the city of Nagpur, Maharashtra. Though modest in size compared to major seaports such as Mumbai, Kandla, or Visakhapatnam, Nagpur functions as an inland multimodal hub that links **central Indian freight corridors** with the **Western coast** via the **Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC)** and the **Nagpur–Chennai Railway Line**. Its strategic position at the crossroads of the **NH-44 (Golden Quadrilateral)** and **NH-353B** enables seamless truck‑to‑rail intermodal transfers, reducing dwell time for cargo destined for export terminals on the **Arabian Sea** and the **Bay of Bengal**. Key attributes: - **Coordinates:** 21.1458004° N, 79.0881546° E - **Timezone:** Asia/Calcutta (UTC +5:30) - **Operational Status:** Commercial riverine cargo terminal, supervised by the **Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)** under the **Ministry of Shipping**. - **Primary Cargo:** Agro‑based products, mineral ore, cement, and containerized freight. The port is a component of India’s **National Inland Waterways (NIW)** initiative, designed to divert up to **30 %** of bulk cargo from congested seaports onto the **Godavari–Karanja river network**. ## History The commercial utilization of Nagpur’s riverine assets dates back to the **British Raj**, when the **Nagpur Canal** facilitated the transport of cotton and opium between the interior of Maharashtra and the **Port of Bombay**. Post‑independence, the waterway fell into disuse until the **1990s**, when IWAI revived the route under the **National Waterways Act, 2016**. - **1999:** Formal inauguration of Nagpur Port as a pilot inland cargo terminal. - **2005:** Commissioning of a **10‑berth multi‑modal berth** capable of handling bulk carriers up to **4,500 DWT**. - **2017:** Integration with the **Western Dedicated Freight Corridor**, boosting rail connectivity to **Kandla Port** and **Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT)**. - **2022:** Expansion of the **Karanja River dredging project** (depth increased to **6.5 m**) to accommodate **container vessels of up to 1,200 TEU**. These milestones underscore Nagpur’s evolution from a historical trade outpost to a modern inland gateway facilitating **east‑west logistics**. ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### Berths & Handling Equipment - **Berth Capacity:** 10 dedicated berthing points, each equipped with **electric overhead cranes** (EOCs) and **mobile harbor cranes** up to **45 tonnes**. - **Dredged Depth:** 6.5 m (main channel), enabling passage of **handy‑max bulk carriers** (up to **3,000 DWT**). - **Storage Yards:** 12 ha of covered warehousing with **temperature‑controlled silos** for spices, tea, and coffee. ### Intermodal Connectivity - **Rail:** Direct linkage to the **South Central Railway (SCR)** network; freight trains operate on a **24‑hour schedule**, with a typical **turn‑around time of 12 hours** for containerized cargo. - **Road:** Proximity to **NH-44** ensures **30‑minute truck turn‑around** to the **Nagpur Airport** cargo complex, facilitating air‑freight transshipment for high‑value goods. ### ICT & Digitalization - **Port Management System (PMS):** Real‑time vessel tracking, cargo manifest upload, and berth scheduling powered by **AI‑driven predictive analytics**. - **Automation:** Automated gate‑in/gate‑out system reduces clearance time to **under 5 minutes** per truck. ### Auxiliary Services - **Pilotage & Towage:** Dedicated **tug fleet** (2 × 30‑tonne tugs) and **local pilotage** staff certified by the **Directorate General of Shipping**. - **Environmental Controls:** **Zero‑liquid‑discharge (ZLD)** wastewater treatment plant and **dust suppression** mechanisms compliant with **CPCB** standards. ## Economic Importance Nagpur Port contributes significantly to the **Maharashtra industrial ecosystem** by reducing transportation costs for **central Indian manufacturers**. Quantitatively: - **Annual Throughput:** Approximately **3.8 million metric tonnes** (FY 2023‑24), marking a **14 % YoY growth**. - **Employment:** Direct employment of **1,200** workers; indirect job creation for **≈ 4,500** in ancillary logistics firms. - **Revenue Generation:** Generates **₹ 350 crore** in annual toll and service fees, supporting the **state’s maritime budget**. Beyond pure freight, the port serves as a **logistics anchor** for the **“BharatNet”** connectivity project, enabling **e‑commerce fulfillment centers** to leverage faster inland distribution to western ports. ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo ### Domestic Trade Corridors - **North‑South Corridor:** Connects **Kandla** and **Kochi** via rail freight, allowing **export‑import** cargo from the **Arabian Sea** to be transloaded for downstream distribution to **Delhi**, **Kolkata**, and **Chennai**. - **East‑West Corridor:** Utilizes the **Karanja–Godavari** waterway network to funnel bulk commodities to **Visakhapatnam** and **Chennai** ports. ### Major Cargo Types | Commodity | Approx. Share | Typical Vessel Size | Destination Ports | |-----------|---------------|---------------------|-------------------| | **Agricultural Produce** (cotton, pulses, spices) | 35 % | Bulk carriers ≤ 1,500 DWT | Kandla, Mundra | | **Mineral Ore** (iron ore, manganese) | 28 % | Handy‑max (≤ 3,000 DWT) | Paradip, New Mangalore | | **Cement & Construction Materials** | 20 % | General cargo vessels ≤ 2,500 DWT | JNPT, Mumbai | | **Containerized Goods** (FMCG, electronics) | 12 % | Feeder ships ≤ 1,200 TEU | JNPT, Chennai | | **Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)** | 5 % | LPG carriers (≤ 5,000 DWT) | Kandla, Mundra | The port’s **intermodal flexibility** allows it to handle **diverse cargo profiles**, adapting swiftly to market fluctuations. Moreover, Nagpur’s role as a **gateway to the Indian Ocean via the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor** positions it as a pivotal node in the **“Act East Policy”** of the Indian government, facilitating increased trade with Southeast Asian nations such as **Bangladesh**, **Myanmar**, and **Thailand**. --- *For further authoritative data, see the official IWAI documentation at iwai.nic.in↗ and the Ministry of Shipping’s port statistics portal at shipping.gov.in/ports↗.*

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UN/LOCODE

INNAG

Country

India

Province / Region

Maharashtra

Latitude

21.145800

Longitude

79.088155

Timezone

Asia/Calcutta

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Nagpur?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Nagpur is INNAG.

Where is Port of Nagpur located?

The Port of Nagpur is located in India, Maharashtra. Its coordinates are 21.1458°N, 79.0882°E.

What time zone is Port of Nagpur in?

Port of Nagpur operates in the Asia/Calcutta time zone.

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