Green Port Startup Innovation Challange (EOI)

Reference: VISAKHAP/202603011834044113

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https://vpt.shipping.gov.in/ VISAKHAPATNAM PORT AUTHORITY EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) For Participation in Green Port Startup Innovation Challenge Organized by Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) Date: August 2025 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visakhapatnam Port Authority, Visakhapatnam - 530 035, Phone: (91) + 891-2562758, Fax: (91) + 891-2565023 E-mail: chairman.vpt@gov.in Web: www.vizagport.com Background and Objective In line with the “Harit Sagar” Green Port Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) in May 2023, Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) is proud to announce the Vizag Skill Sail 2025-Green Port Start-up Innovation Challenge . This initiative aims to promote green, high-impact technological solutions that make Indian ports cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable. The challenge is envisioned as a Green Port Hackathon, offering a platform for startups and MSMEs to design and demonstrate innovative solutions that reduce port-related emissions, optimize energy/resource use, and improve environmental sustainability across the maritime value chain. Eligibility Criteria Eligible entities must be:  DPIIT-registered startups (1–5 years old)  MSMEs and innovation-driven tech companies  Entities with deployable products or working prototypes  Focused on one or more of the challenge themes listed below ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visakhapatnam Port Authority, Visakhapatnam - 530 035, Phone: (91) + 891-2562758, Fax: (91) + 891-2565023 E-mail: chairman.vpt@gov.in Web: www.vizagport.com Focus Areas Participants may submit solutions under any of the following categories:  Greener Ships and Cleaner Ports  Smart Logistics & AI-Powered Maritime Operations  Pla

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Tender Details

• Published 01 Mar 2026
• Closing N/A