Deendayal Port Authority Issues Work Order for LIM-Based Mobility Project to TuTr Hyperloop

Deendayal Port Authority has issued a Work Order to TuTr Hyperloop Private Limited for a Linear Induction Motor–based mobility technology demonstration, dated 04.12.2025 and awarded at the DPA Administrative Office in Gandhidham by Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh. 

A Linear Induction Motor (LIM) is like a regular motor that has been cut open and stretched flat so it produces straight-line motion instead of rotation. It creates a fast-moving magnetic field that slides forward, and when this magnetic wave interacts with a metal plate, it generates a push without any physical contact. This lets objects move smoothly and efficiently using magnetic force alone. LIMs are used in systems like hyperloop pods, maglev transport, conveyors, and advanced logistics, where clean, fast, and low-maintenance movement is needed.

The project will be executed in three phases: The development and testing of a sub-scale pod and track powered by a Linear Induction Motor at Berth 16; second, a demonstration of a magnetic levitation (maglev) system; and third, the implementation of a full-scale cargo movement corridor. Deendayal Port will serve as the site for this multi-phase mobility program..

This multi-phase program sets up a structured path for testing LIM technology, transitioning to maglev systems, and finally validating a cargo-movement corridor designed for port operations. It establishes a framework for future trials, system integration, and the evaluation of high-speed, low-friction transport solutions within a port environment.

Dr. Aravind Bharadwaj, Co-Founder, TuTr Hyperloop, commented, “We are honored to work with DPA on this milestone LIM-based mobility project, India’s first deep-tech mobility demonstration. This collaboration accelerates the country’s journey toward advanced, made in India engineered high-speed transportation systems. It marks an important step in transforming future port logistics and promoting the Prime Minister’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat & Viksit Bharat 2047.”

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