Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) partners with Motherson Group to transform Dighi Port into a 200,000 cars/year RoRo hub. This strategic tie-up enhances Maharashtra's automotive logistics, leveraging APSEZ's ₹42,500 Cr expansion amid rising vehicle exports and EV shipments.
Partnership Details
APSEZ, India's largest private port operator, announced a key collaboration with Motherson Group—global auto components leader—for Dighi Port in Maharashtra's Konkan region. Acquired in 2021 for ₹705 Cr, Dighi now targets 200,000 vehicles annually via enhanced RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) facilities. The media release highlights optimized infrastructure for cars, supporting OEMs like Maruti and Tata amid India's booming auto exports.
Strategic Boost
This builds on APSEZ's ₹42,500 Cr MoU with Maharashtra (Oct 2025) for port expansion, rail-road links, and industrial zones serving Mumbai-Pune. Dighi evolves from multi-cargo to auto-centric gateway, easing JNPT congestion. Motherson's involvement taps synergies in supply chains, aligning with EV transition and Sagarmala initiatives.
Key Highlights
Capacity Target: 200,000 cars/year via RoRo upgrades.
Partners: APSEZ & Motherson Group.
Investment Backdrop: ₹42,500 Cr MoU for full expansion.
Timeline: Follows 2021 acquisition; recent media release Dec 5.
Sources: NSE India (APSEZ Filing), Economic Times Infra, Hindustan Times