Maersk’s APM Terminals announced a $2 billion investment plan to expand its Pipavav terminal in Gujarat, India. This commitment aims to significantly enhance port infrastructure, reflag vessels, and deepen local partnerships, boosting Maersk’s operational footprint and influence across India’s maritime and logistics value chain.
Maersk, a global logistics giant, reiterated its commitment to India with a landmark $2 billion investment by APM Terminals to expand the Pipavav port terminal in Gujarat. This expansion forms a key part of Maersk’s broader $5 billion pledge, announced earlier in 2025, to enhance port infrastructure and maritime capabilities across India.
The planned investment will enhance container capacity, improve handling of liquid and RoRo cargo, and develop rail and multimodal connectivity, especially linked to India’s Dedicated Freight Corridor. The expansion is designed to foster greater efficiency in India’s key maritime gateway, aligning with government initiatives to boost trade and logistics infrastructure.
Maersk also plans to increase vessel reflagging under the Indian registry and strengthen collaborations with local partners, covering the entire maritime value chain from ports to inland logistics. This strategic move aims to integrate global supply chains with India’s growing industrial and export sectors.
Key Highlights:
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$2 billion investment in Pipavav terminal expansion, Gujarat
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Part of $5 billion broader commitment to Indian port and maritime infrastructure
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Expansion to include container, liquid, RoRo cargo capacities and multimodal facilities
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Focus on leveraging India’s Dedicated Freight Corridor for enhanced connectivity
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Vessel reflagging and deeper local partnerships to strengthen operational footprint
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Supports India’s vision to become a global maritime and logistics hub
Sources: APM Terminals official release, Port Technology, Business Standard, Times of India, Port Strategy