Nevomo has signed an agreement with DP World and Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) to deploy a first-of-its-kind magnetic propulsion solution that enables self-propelled rail movement of bulk cargo and containers at Deendayal Port, in Gujarat, India. This agreement follows a MoU signed in July between the three parties.
DP World will leverage the European deep-tech company Nevomo’s proprietary MagRail Booster technology to demonstrate its use in a live Indian port environment. The initiative marks a significant step toward setting the stage for the next generation of automated, low-emission port operations in India.
“This partnership marks an important milestone in Deendayal Port’s journey towards technological modernisation and sustainable growth. By introducing MagRail innovation in collaboration with DP World, we are taking a decisive step towards automating cargo movement and setting new standards in operational efficiency,” said Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority.
Under the agreement, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), DP World, and Nevomo will collaborate to design and install a 750-metre MagRail Booster pilot track within the port. The system will demonstrate fully automated and sustainable cargo movement using existing rail infrastructure, reducing the need for conventional locomotives while improving port capacity (throughput), efficiency and safety.
“By facilitating the implementation of MagRail technology at Deendayal Port with Nevomo, we are showcasing India’s readiness to adopt next-generation logistics that are faster, safer, and more sustainable,” Yuvraj Narayan, the Deputy CEO of DP World, said.
Alongside this installation, a strategic feasibility study will assess the potential for large-scale deployment the magnetic propulsion solution – MagRail technology – across Indian ports, aligned with the Government of India’s PM Gati Shakti Master Plan and the Harit Sagar Green Port Guidelines.
MagRail equipment will be installed directly onto the existing rail tracks and existing rolling stock modified, requiring no new track construction, ensuring minimal disruption and quicker low cost deployment. With existing track access rights in line with the project schedule, this system will help reduce reliance on diesel-powered vehicles, lower carbon emissions, and enhance yard efficiency. The implementation of advanced solutions like the MagRail will further virtually increase operational performance and position the port as a test bed for next-generation, sustainable transport technologies in India.
“We are proud to partner with Deendayal Port and DP World to bring the MagRail technology to India – one of the most dynamic logistics markets in the world. This collaboration demonstrates how magnetic rail systems retrofitted to existing assets can enhance existing infrastructure, improving efficiency and reducing carbon emissions without costly overhauls,” Harjinder (Harj) Dhaliwal Acting Chief Executive Officer, Nevomo said.
The implementation of MagRail technology marks a major advancement in modernising cargo movement within the port ecosystem. MagRail systems are designed to automate short-haul cargo transfers, which refer to the movement of goods over short distances within or near the port, such as between terminals, warehouses, and container yards.
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