The National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways & Coasts (NTCPWC) has been envisioned as the centre for technological innovations and evolution of new ideas and breakthroughs for the port and maritime sector. It works as the technology arm of Ministry of Shipping and providing the needful technological support to ports, IWAI and other institutions. This Centre gives effective solutions to an extensive range of problems being faced in the industry through scientific support and also providing valuable education, applied research and technology transfer in maritime transportation at the local, regional, national and International levels.
To enable fast-track innovations in order to provide most appropriate solutions to various challenges.
To create a pool of competent manpower equipped with state-of-the-art theoretical and practical knowhow.
Self-sufficiency in providing:
Short term solutions through scientific studies
Technology development
Technical arm in identifying complex problems and solving issues