Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) 2024–25

India has taken a significant step towards modernising its maritime and logistics sector with the launch of the Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) 2024–25 and four major digital initiatives aimed at improving governance, transparency, efficiency, and ease of doing business in the shipping ecosystem.

The initiatives were launched by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal during the 37th Foundation Day celebrations of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Mumbai.

Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI)

The LPPI has been developed under the Sagar Aankalan Framework and serves as a national benchmarking mechanism to evaluate and improve the operational performance of Indian ports.

Parameters Assessed: The index evaluates ports across three major cargo segments:

• Dry Bulk Cargo
• Liquid Bulk Cargo
• Container Cargo.
• Ship berth day output

Top Performing Ports

• Dry Bulk Cargo (More than 5 Million Tonnes): Paradip Port Authority secured the top position.
• Liquid Bulk Cargo: Sikka Port and Terminals emerged as the leading performer.
• Container Cargo (More than 0.5 Million TEUs): Mundra Port ranked first. Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority secured second place among major container ports.
• India’s Improving Global Logistics Performance

The Minister highlighted India’s progress in global logistics rankings:

• India’s ranking in the World Bank Logistics Performance Index improved from 44th to 22nd position in the International Shipments category.
• Seven Indian ports were featured among the world’s top 100 ports in the Container Port Performance Index 2024.

These achievements reflect ongoing improvements in port infrastructure, logistics efficiency, and maritime connectivity.

Four New Digital Maritime Initiatives

Alongside the LPPI, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) launched four digital platforms aimed at enhancing service delivery and transparency.

• 24×7 Grievance Redressal Module: Developed under the e-Navik Platform, this module enables round-the-clock grievance registration and tracking for seafarers.
• Ship Registration Module: Launched on the e-Samudra Platform, the module streamlines ship registration processes and reduces paperwork.
• Medical Practitioner Module: Designed to facilitate efficient management and verification of medical professionals associated with maritime certification and seafarer health services.
• Unified Ship Recycling Credit Note Module: A digital mechanism to improve transparency and accountability in ship recycling operations and regulatory compliance.

Source: PIB