Question

Mention one advantage of coastal shipping. 

What are the advantages of coastal shipping?

Answer 1

India has a vast coastline which means these coasts can be used fortransportation. Coastal shipping has opened ways for short-sea and coastal trade. It reduces road traffic significantly. Also, coastal shipping is time & cost efficient. 

Answer 2

1. Cost-Effective Transport: It is a significantly cheaper mode of transporting goods compared to road and rail, helping lower overall freight and logistical costs for domestic trade.
2. Relief to Land Routes: It helps decongest heavily burdened road and rail networks by shifting bulk freight traffic away from overland corridors.
3. Suitability for Bulky Goods: It is ideal for carrying heavy, voluminous, and non-perishable goods (such as coal, iron ore, and cement) over long distances between domestic ports.
4. Fuel Efficiency and Low Emissions: It consumes less fuel per tonne-kilometer and produces lower greenhouse gas emissions, making it an environmentally friendly transport option.
5. No Construction Costs: Being a natural water route along the coastline, it does not require heavy capital investments or recurring maintenance expenses for track or highway construction.