Rotterdam, Oct. 25 -- Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has outlined India's ambitious plans to expand its port capacity fourfold by 2047, highlighting significant opportunities for collaboration with the Port of Rotterdam in maritime infrastructure, green energy, carbon capture and sustainable trade.

Speaking in Rotterdam during his visit to the Netherlands, Goyal said that India's rapidly expanding economy and growing international trade would require substantial investments in modern port infrastructure and maritime connectivity.

"Despite doubling our port capacity over the past decade, India still needs more capacity. By 2047, we expect port capacity to double twice over the next two decades to support GDP growth and...