Ocean Freight
Coastal Shipping in India: Moving Cargo by Sea Domestically
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Coastal shipping moves cargo by sea between ports within the same country. With a long coastline, India uses coastal shipping to carry bulk and containers domestically, easing pressure on road and rail.
How coastal shipping works
Vessels carry cargo between domestic ports along the coast, for example moving bulk commodities or containers between eastern and western seaboards. It complements land transport, especially for heavy or bulk goods over long distances.
Why it helps
- Lower cost per tonne for bulk over long coastal distances.
- Lower emissions than equivalent road movement.
- Relieves congestion on road and rail corridors.