As the strong winds had hit Gujarat coast on Monday 29th May 2023, we have seen a major impact on Port operations and delays in the Vessel schedules as the strong winds uprooted the power transmission towers of Gujarat Electricity Transmission Company Limited (GETCO) which resulted in the disruption of the grid power supply.
While the situation is being monitored closely by us, we would like to share the detailed update on the port disruptions and the Vessel Schedule as on June 2nd 2023.
Port Operations
Port operations are impacted owing to the power failure at the port. On 29th May 2023 evening strong winds uprooted the power transmission towers of Gujarat Electricity Transmission Company Limited (GETCO) outside the port area resulting into disruption of the grid power supply.
As per GETCO, the complete restoration of grid power supply is likely to take place by 8th June. Meanwhile, the port has commenced partial operations through its captive power plant and the DG sets
Rail side operation is partially started with Reach Stacker. Main ICD Operation is halted due to inactive RMGC. Due to this, For the containers lying at RMGC Yard, Import Loaded Containers Delivery & Empty Containers Delivery is stuck. Manual Reach Stacker Operation is not possible due to Railway Track setup.
Owing to the current situation, the container berth will remain non-operational till 2359 hours of 5th June 2023.
The port may handle the container vessel earliest by 8th June 2023 subject to regularizing power supply.
Impact on our Services:
SHAHEEN Vessel S3R GFS PRESTIGE 321E – 322W 336 – F4 INPPV ETA 02-06-2023 omitting Pipavav call.
MECL Vessel Q4B MAERSK ATLANTA 315E – 321W 600 – M3 INPPV ETA 02-06-2023 omitting Pipavav call and calling Mundra on 02-06-2023. Imports will be discharged for movement to ICD`s and local Pipavav containers will be loaded on next week`s Shaheen Express to discharge at Pipavav
FM-3 Vessel R8L SOFIA I 319W – 322E 309 – F5 INPPV ETA 04-06-2023 omitting Pipavav call and calling Mundra on 06-06-2023. Imports will be discharged for movement to ICD`s and local Pipavav containers will be loaded on next week`s Shaheen Express to discharge at Pipavav.
Jade Vessel D6D EM ASTORIA 322S – 322S 305 – F5 INPPV ETA 04-06-2023 omitting Pipavav call.
Impact on the Export containers at port or ICD`s:
Efforts are being made to move the containers at respective ICD`s to be moved to Mundra for further sailing and will keep you posted.
We are exploring the option to move the containers lying at Pipavav port to Mundra, discussions ongoing with authorities to allow movement. You shall hear more sooner.
Movement of containers for Pipavav load port are currently stranded till further notice.
Road/Rail movements:
Due to the above reasons, we also see a potential delay in Road and Rail movements. In order to ensure smooth movements, please schedule your plans accordingly.
CFS/Empty Yard Operations:
All CFS and empty yard operations are suspended currently due to the weather condition. We shall keep you posted.
We will keep you updated of any changes to the current situation and shall share the update by tomorrow.
Source: Maersk