Mormugao Port Secures India's First Private 5G License

Mormugao Port in Goa has become the first Indian port to secure a private 5G licence, a move that could transform maritime operations with faster, more reliable connectivity. The licence, granted by the Department of Telecommunications, allows the port authority to deploy its own 5G network for logistics, security and passenger services. Industry observers say the new network will support real‑time data exchange, automated cargo handling and enhanced safety monitoring. While the port has not yet disclosed a launch date, officials anticipate that the 5G infrastructure will be operational within the next year, boosting the port’s competitiveness and supporting Goa’s growing trade ambitions.