Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launches App of National Logistics Portal (Marine) Sagar-Setu in New Delhi

New Delhi: Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal yesterday, March 31 launched the App Version of National Logistics Portal (Marine) Sagar-Setu in New Delhi. 

The app has been envisaged with deliverables covering features like a Login Module, Service Catalogue, Common Application Format, Letter of Credit, Bank Guarantee, Certification, and Track and Trace, etc. It will provide real-time information on activities that are generally not within reach of the importer, exporter, and customs broker including vessel-related information, gate, container freight stations, and transactions at fingertips. It also enables digital transactions for payments required for the clearance process of import and export like container freight station charges, shipping



line charges, and transportation charges.

While launching this app Mr. Sonowal mentioned that the SAGAR-SETU app of the National Logistics Portal (Marine) would help custodians with easier access to functionalities on a handheld device. He said, Mobile App will ensure data mobility such that approvals and monitoring shall be at the fingertips of port and ministry officials and stakeholders as well. 

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping Waterways, and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry envisaged this one-stop digital platform National Logistic Portal Marine in January this year. Within two months SAGAR-SETU app has been launched which will boost maritime trade thereby enhancing the economy of the country.