The Numaligarh Refinery Expansion Project reached a significant milestone with the arrival of the first Over Dimensional Cargo (ODC) consignment at Pandu Port on April 12, 2023.
The DHT Reactor, weighing a massive 521 tonnes, was transported over 1400 km through the Sunderbans and the Indo Bangladesh Protocol Route with the support of the Inland Waterways Authority of India, via National Waterway 2.
The cargo is en route to Silghat, and will then be transported further along the Dhansiri river to the NRL jetty near the Project Site in Numaligarh.
This marks the initiation of a landmark ODC logistics project in National Waterway 2, showcasing the collaborative efforts of the government and private sector towards promoting economic development in the Northeastern region of India.
The successful transportation of such a large and crucial piece of equipment highlights the commitment and capabilities of the involved stakeholders in undertaking complex logistical operations.
The use of inland waterways for transportation also signifies the growing emphasis on sustainable and environmentally-friendly modes of transportation for mega projects.
The Numaligarh Refinery Expansion Project is a significant undertaking aimed at expanding the capacity of the Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) in Assam, India.
The successful movement of the DHT Reactor to the project site is a major step towards achieving this goal and marks a significant milestone in the progress of the project.
The government and private sector’s joint efforts in utilizing the inland waterways for transportation demonstrate their commitment to regional development and economic growth in the Northeastern part of India.
