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Inland Water Transport Solutions

Transforming logistics through sustainable waterway networks

Introduction

Why Choose Inland Water Transport?

The most sustainable and cost-effective logistics solution

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Cost Effective

Water transport is significantly cheaper than road or rail for bulk cargo, with approximately 1/5th the fuel consumption per ton-km.

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Eco-Friendly

Produces 85% less CO2 emissions compared to road transport and reduces road congestion and associated pollution.

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Energy Efficient

Moves 1 ton of freight 647 km per gallon of fuel, compared to 477 km for rail and 145 km for trucks.

Our Comprehensive Services

End-to-end solutions for inland water transport development

Survey
Waterway Surveys & Analysis
  • Origin-Destination Traffic Surveys
  • Mid-Block Counts and User Shift Surveys
  • Comprehensive Secondary Data Analysis
Bathymetric
Bathymetric & Geotechnical Surveys
  • High-precision Bathymetric surveys (WGS-84 datum)
  • Seismic and Side Scan Sonar surveys
  • Soil Sampling and Geotechnical investigations
Environmental
Environmental Compliance
  • Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Technical approvals from NCSCM, MoEF
  • Coastal Regulation Zone clearances
Planning
Waterway Development Planning
  • Feasibility studies and route optimization
  • Terminal and port development planning
  • Multi-modal integration strategies

The Strategic Importance of Inland Water Transport

A game-changer for sustainable logistics infrastructure

Waterways represent ready-built natural infrastructure requiring minimal capital investment compared to building new roads or railways. They can be immediately utilized with proper surveys and minor modifications.

Developing waterways can reduce logistics costs from 18% of GDP to 12%, saving billions annually. It enables movement of oversized cargo (like wind turbine blades) that's impossible by road.

Water transport emits only 20-30 grams of CO2 per ton-km compared to 60-150 grams for trucks. It reduces road maintenance costs and prevents thousands of truck-related accidents annually.
Inland Water Transport

Ideal Cargo for Water Transport

Maximizing efficiency for specific freight types

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Bulk Commodities

Coal, minerals, grains, fertilizers, and other non-perishable bulk goods

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Construction Materials

Cement, sand, steel, and other heavy building materials

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Petroleum Products

Crude oil, refined products, and liquid chemicals

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Oversized Cargo

Heavy machinery, wind turbine components, and large industrial equipment