Prateesh Prasad

Prateesh Prasad

The Netherlands
Mar
03

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #07

How does a 154-year-old German family logistics business stay ahead? The appointment of Madhav Kurup to Hellmann's top table prompted MotherPort News to uncover a compelling story of family business, global trade, and the shifting balance of economic power.
7 min read
Feb
24

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #06

The CMA CGM Verdi diverted to Trivandrum Port for emergency medical care, highlighting the need for a dedicated "Port Ambulance." Trivandrum saves 14 days on shipping routes compared to Chennai and Kochi. The MSC Mia will call on March 4th, marking a new era for mega vessels at TRV
3 min read
Feb
16

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #05

Trivandrum Port gains momentum as Red Sea routes reopen. MSC Mia 22,000 TEU vessel arrives March, while new African connections and 17 scheduled vessels this week signal growing maritime activity.
2 min read
Feb
09

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #04

3rd February 2025 - 9th February 2025 Irina Arrives! The Adani website currently lists 35 vessels scheduled to arrive at
2 min read
Feb
03

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #03

27th January 2025 - 2nd February 2025 Snippets from Vizhinjam Conclave CEO Adani Ports (Pranav Choudhary) Although the nameplate capacity
2 min read
Jan
27

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #02

20th ­ January to 26th January 2025 1. Vizhinjam Conclave Commences As Trivandrum Motherport prepares for its commissioning, the Kerala government
4 min read
Dec
24
In a historic first, an Indian port takes centre stage in global trade!

In a historic first, an Indian port takes centre stage in global trade!

Trivandrum Port is emerging as a key player in global trade. Despite challenges like limited wharf length, it holds huge potential to tap into $33 trillion in trade by 2024. John Elias and Prateesh Prasad analyse its progress and hurdles.
5 min read
Nov
02
Almost double in October

Almost double in October

Trivandrum Port achieves 91.6% m-o-m growth, welcoming mega-vessel MSC Viviana (399.98m) among 23 ships in October 2024. Explore how this emerging maritime hub matches global port capabilities.
2 min read
Oct
22
Trivandrum (Trial) Port Outperforms South Indian Counterparts

Trivandrum (Trial) Port Outperforms South Indian Counterparts

Trivandrum International Seaport has emerged as a game-changer in South Indian shipping, handling 48,586 containers in September and outperforming 11 other ports combined—all within its trial phase.
5 min read
Oct
12
When One Port Strikes, World Trade Rocks

When One Port Strikes, World Trade Rocks

When a US port strike ends in mere days, why does the Samsung agitation in Tamil Nadu drag on?
3 min read