He appreciated the initiatives taken by Cochin Port to implement RFID-based Gate Access System and online berth allotment system towards facilitating trade and enhancing efficiency, an official statement said today.
He noted that with the waiver of penal interest, the creditworthiness of Cochin Port has been enhanced, allowing it to vigorously pursue new projects.
The minister expressed keen interest in the cruise tourism promotion activities of Cochin Port. He assured support for the new cruise terminal project planned at Ernakulam wharf to accommodate cruise vessels in the most professional manner comparable to international standards.
There are new opportunities for Cochin Port with prospective cruise liners showing interest in the Colombo-Cochin-Male-Colombo circuit, and circuits connecting Mumbai and Male, calling Cochin enroute, it added.
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