Summary
Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) crossed the 50-million-tonne cargo-handling milestone on 13 October 2026, achieving the mark in 196 days of FY2026–27. This was 17 days earlier than in FY2025–26 and 28 days ahead of FY2024–25. The port is targeting annual cargo throughput of 100 million tonnes, following a record 91.17 million tonnes handled in FY2025–26.
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Visakhapatnam Port Reaches 50 Million Tonnes Ahead of Schedule
Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) handled 50 million tonnes of cargo in 196 days during the financial year 2026–27, reaching the milestone on 13 October 2026. The latest performance marks a reduction in the time taken to reach the threshold compared with the previous two financial years.
In FY2025–26, the port took 213 days to handle 50 million tonnes, while it required 224 days to reach the same level in FY2024–25. The latest achievement represents a 17-day improvement over the previous financial year and a 28-day reduction compared with FY2024–25.
Port Targets 100 Million Tonnes in FY2026–27
VPA Chairperson J.S. Bindra expressed confidence that the port would achieve its target of handling 100 million tonnes of cargo during the current financial year.
The target follows the port’s record annual cargo throughput of 91.17 million tonnes in FY2025–26, compared with 82.62 million tonnes in FY2024–25.
Cargo Throughput Records 7% Growth
Between April and September 2026, Visakhapatnam Port handled 46.14 million tonnes of cargo, registering approximately 7% year-on-year growth.
The progress towards the 50-million-tonne milestone, combined with the increase in cargo volumes during the first half of the financial year, sets the pace for the port’s annual target. Its performance also reflects its continuing role in cargo movement along India’s east coast.
FAQs
1. When did Visakhapatnam Port cross 50 million tonnes of cargo?
Visakhapatnam Port crossed the 50-million-tonne cargo-handling milestone on 13 October 2026, in 196 days of FY2026–27.
2. What is Visakhapatnam Port’s cargo-handling target for FY2026–27?
Visakhapatnam Port Authority is targeting annual cargo throughput of 100 million tonnes in FY2026–27.
3. How much cargo did Visakhapatnam Port handle in FY2025–26?
The port handled a record 91.17 million tonnes in FY2025–26, up from 82.62 million tonnes in FY2024–25.
4. How much cargo did Visakhapatnam Port handle from April to September 2026?
The port handled 46.14 million tonnes during April–September 2026, representing approximately 7% year-on-year growth.
5. How much earlier did Visakhapatnam Port reach the 50-million-tonne milestone?
The port reached the milestone 17 days earlier than in FY2025–26 and 28 days earlier than in FY2024–25.
