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Gujarat Maritime Infrastructure | Origin Group

Jakhau & Okha
A New Vision for Gujarat's Ports

Our vision is to unlock the commercial potential of two strategically located ports on Gujarat's western coastline through modern marine infrastructure, efficient cargo handling, stronger logistics connections and phased, demand-led development.

JAKHAU
Godia Creek, Kutch
OKHA
Saurashtra, Gulf of Kutch
OUR APPROACH
Phased port development

The Opportunity

From Strategic Coastal Locations to Commercial Port Assets

Gujarat's coastline is an important part of India's maritime trade network. Jakhau and Okha have different existing operating conditions and infrastructure, which means each requires its own technical assessment and development plan.

Origin Group's proposed approach is to assess the feasibility of modernising and expanding both ports, attract sustainable cargo demand, improve logistics integration and develop infrastructure in stages. Every investment decision would be supported by engineering studies, market analysis, regulatory approvals and commercial viability.

Port Profiles & Geolocation

Two Ports. Two Development Pathways.

Explore the location, existing port characteristics, connectivity and proposed transformation priorities for each port.

PORT 01 | KUTCH, GUJARAT

Jakhau Port

Godia Creek · Gulf of Kutch · Arabian Sea coast

FAIR-WEATHER PORTLIGHTERAGE OPERATIONS

Location & Existing Port Profile

Gujarat Maritime Board describes Jakhau as a fair-weather lighterage port situated in Godia Creek in the Gulf of Kutch. The existing operating profile includes offshore anchorage and cargo handling from vessels at anchor; small craft can approach the jetty during high tide.

LOCATIONJakhau, Kutch district, Gujarat
MAP COORDINATES23.23697 N, 68.60661 E
PORT TYPEFair-weather lighterage port
EXISTING CARGOSalt and clinker are listed by GMB

Existing Infrastructure & Connectivity

  • Located in Godia Creek on the Gulf of Kutch.
  • GMB reports an anchorage approximately 7.5 nautical miles southwest of the creek entrance.
  • GMB describes a 1,260-metre wharf and associated infrastructure developed for fishing-harbour activities. This is not a claim of 1,260 metres of commercial cargo berths.
  • Road access links the port with Jakhau village and the regional road network.
  • GMB lists Bhuj at approximately 120 km and Naliya railway station at approximately 28 km from the port.

Origin Group's Proposed Transformation

The primary opportunity is to investigate whether Jakhau can be developed into a more reliable, higher-capacity commercial port. Its future configuration must be established through detailed marine, environmental, land and market studies.

  • All-weather feasibility: assess navigation windows, tidal constraints, channel conditions, marine exposure and the feasibility of year-round operations.
  • Navigational access: commission hydrographic and geotechnical surveys to determine achievable channel depth, dredging requirements and suitable vessel classes.
  • Marine protection: evaluate breakwaters, channel marking, turning areas and other works where engineering and environmental assessments support them.
  • Commercial terminals: study phased development for salt, clinker, dry bulk, break bulk, project cargo and other cargoes supported by confirmed demand.
  • Hinterland integration: evaluate road improvements, rail-link options, storage, warehousing and industrial logistics facilities.
  • Operational modernisation: plan suitable cargo-handling equipment, digital systems, safety procedures and customer-service processes.

PORT 02 | DEVbHUMI DWARKA, GUJARAT

Okha Port

North-west Saurashtra · Mouth of the Gulf of Kutch

ALL-WEATHER PORTDIRECT BERTHING

Location & Existing Port Profile

Gujarat Maritime Board describes Okha as an all-weather port with direct berthing facilities on the north-west coast of the Saurashtra Peninsula, at the mouth of the Gulf of Kutch. Its existing profile includes dry-cargo berths, storage facilities and road and broad-gauge rail connectivity.

LOCATIONOkha, Devbhumi Dwarka, Gujarat
MAP COORDINATES22.4649185 N, 69.0701995 E
PORT TYPEAll-weather, direct berthing
EXISTING CARGOCoal, coke, wheat, fertiliser and other listed commodities

Existing Infrastructure & Connectivity

  • GMB lists Sayaji Pier and Dry Cargo Berth (DCB), alongside other port structures and facilities.
  • The GMB port profile lists a 180-metre Sayaji Pier and a DCB of approximately 145–146 metres. Berth dimensions and operational condition should be revalidated before engineering or investment decisions.
  • GMB lists two tugs, a launch, a mobile crane and storage facilities including godowns and sheds.
  • The port is connected to the broad-gauge railway network.
  • GMB lists road connectivity towards Jamnagar and Porbandar, with the nearest airport at Jamnagar approximately 175 km away.

Origin Group's Proposed Transformation

The development focus for Okha is to assess the modernisation, commercial optimisation and selective expansion of existing port infrastructure, building on its direct-berthing profile and regional connectivity.

  • Berth and terminal upgrades: assess berth condition, handling capacity, equipment requirements and opportunities to improve cargo productivity.
  • Cargo diversification: evaluate dry bulk, break bulk, industrial materials, agricultural cargo and suitable project cargo based on customer demand and technical compatibility.
  • Storage and logistics: study warehouse upgrades, covered storage, open yards, cargo staging and improved gate and dispatch processes.
  • Rail and road efficiency: evaluate ways to improve cargo evacuation, coordination with rail operators and connectivity to industrial and consumption centres.
  • Marine and equipment assessment: verify channel depth, berth draft, vessel restrictions, tug requirements and equipment availability before deciding expansion specifications.
  • Commercial development: engage prospective cargo owners, shipping and logistics operators, and industrial customers to develop a demand-backed terminal plan.

Existing port characteristics in these profiles are based on published Gujarat Maritime Board information. Distances, dimensions, cargo records and equipment availability should be confirmed with the relevant authority before reliance for project planning. Map pins are for general location reference only and are not navigation data.

Our Development Vision

How We Plan to Transform These Ports

A port transformation programme must combine engineering feasibility, cargo demand, infrastructure investment, operating capability and statutory approvals. Our proposed framework is built around six connected priorities.

01 / MARINE ENGINEERING

Navigation & Port Access

Carry out hydrographic surveys, metocean analysis, geotechnical investigations and navigational simulations. Evaluate dredging, channel alignment, turning areas, marine protection and berth depths against the vessel classes the business can realistically serve.

02 / TERMINAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Berths & Cargo Facilities

Prepare a phased master plan for suitable berths, wharves, terminal equipment, cargo yards, warehouses, utilities and safety systems. Capacity and design specifications will follow verified site conditions and a defensible cargo forecast.

03 / MARKET DEVELOPMENT

Secure Cargo Demand

Map potential cargo owners, industrial clusters, commodity flows, competing ports and transport economics. Pursue discussions with prospective anchor customers and logistics partners before committing capital to specialised facilities.

04 / CONNECTIVITY

Road, Rail & Logistics

Assess road capacity, rail connectivity, intermodal handling, truck circulation, warehouses and inland logistics. Prioritise investments that reduce end-to-end cargo costs and improve reliability for customers.

05 / OPERATIONS

Productivity & Technology

Design efficient vessel scheduling, cargo planning, gate systems, equipment maintenance, operational dashboards, safety controls and customer-service processes. Measure performance through turnaround time, equipment utilisation and cargo throughput.

06 / RESPONSIBLE GROWTH

Environmental & Coastal Compliance

Integrate coastal-process studies, environmental and social impact assessments, dredged-material management, marine ecology safeguards, pollution controls and applicable coastal-zone and statutory requirements into project design.

Execution Framework

A Phased Roadmap to Commercial Scale

The programme should progress through measurable decision gates. Construction and expansion would proceed only after the relevant technical, commercial, financial and regulatory conditions are satisfied.

PHASE 1

Feasibility & Due Diligence

  • Bathymetry, tides, waves and geotechnical studies.
  • Land, port boundaries, access and utilities assessment.
  • Cargo demand, customer interviews and competing-port analysis.
  • Concept master plan, preliminary costs and financial feasibility.
  • Regulatory pathway and environmental constraints.

PHASE 2

Approvals & Detailed Design

  • Complete the DPR and detailed engineering investigations.
  • Confirm land, concession and development rights as applicable.
  • Obtain required environmental, coastal and other approvals.
  • Finalise project financing and procurement strategy.
  • Develop construction packages and implementation schedule.

PHASE 3

Priority Infrastructure

  • Build approved marine and terminal infrastructure in stages.
  • Install cargo-handling systems and essential utilities.
  • Implement operational, security and safety systems.
  • Commission completed facilities following required inspections.
  • Align capacity additions with customer commitments.

PHASE 4

Growth & Optimisation

  • Increase throughput by improving utilisation and service quality.
  • Expand cargo mix where commercially and technically justified.
  • Evaluate further berths, yards and logistics capacity.
  • Strengthen customer, shipping and rail partnerships.
  • Review performance, returns and expansion requirements.

Commercial Strategy

Building Sustainable Port Businesses

Long-term commercial viability depends on cargo demand, competitive logistics costs, dependable operations and disciplined capital deployment—not capacity alone.

Cargo-led investment

Prioritise facilities supported by credible demand studies, customer commitments and competitive delivered-cost economics.

Multiple revenue opportunities

Assess port handling, storage, warehousing, equipment services and related logistics revenues where permitted by the operating framework.

Phased capital deployment

Sequence investment to match approval milestones, confirmed cargo demand, utilisation and funding availability.

Performance measurement

Track cargo throughput, vessel turnaround, berth utilisation, equipment productivity, operating cost, customer retention and project returns.

Explore the Locations

Find Jakhau & Okha

Open the location maps for general geographic orientation. These links are not substitutes for official nautical charts or a surveyed port boundary.

KUTCH, GUJARAT

Jakhau Port

Godia Creek, Gulf of Kutch

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DEVBHUMI DWARKA, GUJARAT

Okha Port

North-west Saurashtra, Gulf of Kutch

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ORIGIN GROUP | MARITIME INFRASTRUCTURE

Developing Port Assets for the Next Era of Trade

We aim to pursue a disciplined, commercially grounded approach to port development, with an emphasis on engineering feasibility, cargo demand, operational performance and responsible growth.

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Important notice: This page describes Origin Group's vision and proposed development approach. It does not state that Origin Group currently owns, operates or has received development rights for either port. All proposed dredging, channel depths, berths, terminals, capacity, investment, connectivity and operating improvements remain subject to feasibility studies, applicable agreements, funding, statutory permissions and environmental and coastal approvals. No specific throughput, investment return or commissioning date is guaranteed.

The phrase “major commercial maritime gateway” describes the intended commercial ambition. It does not mean either port has been legally notified as a “Major Port”. Legal classification and development rights are subject to applicable law and government decisions.

© 2026 Origin Group. All rights reserved. | Port data references: Gujarat Maritime Board.