India’s First Blue Bond Attempt — Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd.
6 October 2026
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India’s First Blue Bond Attempt — Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd.
Context: On 28 September 2026, Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd. (SMFCL), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, attempted India’s first blue-bond issuance. However, the ₹600-crore issue was withdrawn on the same day because investors demanded a higher coupon than the company was willing to pay. Therefore, it is more accurate to describe it as India’s first blue-bond issuance attempt, rather than a successfully completed launch.
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India's first blue bond attempt by Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd. was withdrawn due to high investor demands. Explore blue bonds, ocean financing and sustainable maritime infrastructure development.
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