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14 August 2026

Adani Gangavaram Port opens Driver Management Centre

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Adani Gangavaram Port opens Driver Management Centre

Adani Gangavaram Port has inaugurated its Driver Management Centre (DMC) as part of its commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence and sustainable transportation practices. The Centre was opened in the presence of leadership team members, employees and transport partners. The DMC has been established to enhance driver competency through structured defensive driving training, behavioural safety […] The post Adani Gangavaram Port opens Driver Management Centre appeared first on Port Technology International .

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