Adani Krishnapatnam Container Terminal (AKCT)
About AKCT
AKCT is a container terminal in Andhra Pradesh, India, operated by Adani Krishnapatnam Port Limited (AKPL). It has an installed capacity of 1.2 Million TEUs and handles 0.45 – 0.55 Million TEUs.
The Adani Krishnapatnam Container Terminal (AKCT), located within the Krishnapatnam Port, remains a critical strategic asset for Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) on India’s East Coast. The terminal serves as a high-productivity gateway for the South Andhra and Karnataka hinterlands. The port set a record in June 2025, handling 5.85 MMT of cargo. The terminal has direct weekly links to Southeast Asia, with transhipment via Colombo It is serviced by Maersk, MSC, and other Main Line Operators connecting to Singapore and Port Klang. It serves as a hub for feeder vessels from the smaller East Coast ports to mother-vessels.
Equipment
- 5 Post-Panamax Quay Cranes (Twin-lift capability)
- 9 Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGCs)
- Dedicated reach stackers and empty container handlers
- Specialised ITVs for yard-to-quay shuttle operations
Facilities & infrastructure
- 725 metres (across two berths)
- Deep natural draft of 18 metres (capable of handling 8,000+ TEU vessels)
- Massive backup area of over 4,500 acres for port-led industrialisation
- 100+ plug points with 24/7 power backup
- Recently upgraded to the Zodiac Terminal Operating System and integrated with Customs EDI Connectivity for paperless clearance
Why shippers choose AKCT
- Its 18m draft is among the deepest in India, allowing large vessels to call without tidal restrictions
- The adjoining 6,800 acres make it ideal for port-led manufacturing hubs
- It is known for extremely high crane productivity, often exceeding 30 moves per hour per crane
- It offers bottleneck-free evacuation for heavy trailer traffic
- The port can handle up to 40 rakes per day (across all cargo types), with dedicated sidings for containerised traffic to ensure zero berthing-to-rail delay.
Shipping lines & services
Hinterland connectivity
Rail & road
As of early 2026, Adani Krishnapatnam Container Terminal (AKCT) is connected to a network of approximately 12- 15 key Inland Container Depots (ICDs) across South and Central India. The primary ICD hubs serviced by AKCT are Whitefield, Malur, Marripalam, Sanathnagar, Nagulapally, Nagpur and Gunthur. The most critical rail links for AKCT are ICD Malur (Adani’s own facility) and ICD Whitefield. The terminal operates frequent “Fixed Day” trains to these locations to serve the large electronics and automotive manufacturing clusters in Karnataka. AKCT is equipped to handle Double-Stack Container Rakes, primarily for the North and Central Indian ICDs. As the terminal is 100% owned by Adani Ports (APSEZ), it benefits from a “synergistic” relationship with Adani Logistics, which operates its own private ICDs alongside the state-owned CONCOR (Container Corporation of India). CONCOR and Adani Logistics operate daily “Double-Stack” container rakes. The terminal is linked to the main Chennai-Kolkata rail line via a 19-km private rail siding. It is directly connected to National Highway 16 (NH-16) via a dedicated 18-km six-lane port road, serving as a gateway for the Chennai-Kolkata corridor.
CFS & warehousing
Adani Krishnapatnam Container Terminal (AKCT) is supported by a specialised cluster of 5-6 major Container Freight Stations (CFSs). These high-capacity facilities are strategically located within a 15–20 km radius of the port to ensure rapid evacuation and “zero-bottleneck” movement. Major CFS operators at Krishnapatnam are: Seabird CFS, Sravan Shipping CFS, and Gateway Distriparks.
Frequently asked questions
Who operates AKCT?
AKCT is operated by Adani Krishnapatnam Port Limited (AKPL).
What is the capacity of AKCT?
Installed capacity is 1.2 Million TEUs. Throughput was 0.45 – 0.55 Million TEUs, or 42-46% utilisation.
What is the port code for AKCT?
The UN/LOCODE-style port code is INKRI.
Where is AKCT located?
AKCT is located at P O BAG, No. 1, MUTHUKUR, Sarvepalli I, Andhra Pradesh 524320.
How is AKCT connected by rail and road?
As of early 2026, Adani Krishnapatnam Container Terminal (AKCT) is connected to a network of approximately 12- 15 key Inland Container Depots (ICDs) across South and Central India. The primary ICD hubs serviced by AKCT are Whitefield, Malur, Marripalam, Sanathnagar, Nagulapally, Nagpur and Gunthur.
Which CFS facilities serve AKCT?
Adani Krishnapatnam Container Terminal (AKCT) is supported by a specialised cluster of 5-6 major Container Freight Stations (CFSs). These high-capacity facilities are strategically located within a 15–20 km radius of the port to ensure rapid evacuation and “zero-bottleneck” movement.
Classification
Source: South Asia Container Market Report 2026, p. 31. Last updated Jan 2026.
