Deendayal Port Authority Kandla has rewritten its own history books, breaking the national record for the highest-ever single-day cargo handling at an Indian port, according to an official release.
How much cargo did Deendayal Port Authority handle in a single day?
On Sunday, DPA achieved an unprecedented 7,83,816 metric tonnes of cargo handling in a single day, surpassing its own national record of 7,78,570 metric tonnes set on June 17. The achievement marks another milestone in the port’s continuing operational growth on India’s western coast.
What role did the Vadinar Offshore Oil Terminal play in this record?
Adding to the achievement, the Offshore Oil Terminal at Vadinar also set a new 24-hour benchmark, handling 5,09,101 metric tonnes of liquid cargo and exceeding its previous record of 5,07,397 metric tonnes. The earlier record on June 17 had included 2,55,557 metric tonnes of crude oil, 40,534 metric tonnes of POL, and 2,13,010 metric tonnes of LPO.
What did DPA leadership say about the achievement?
Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority, congratulated all stakeholders involved, including port users, exporters, importers, shipping lines, vessel agents, stevedores, Customs House Agents, terminal operators, trade associations, truck drivers, DPA officials, employees and workers. He described the milestone as a reflection of the unwavering dedication, teamwork and operational excellence of Team DPA and its wider stakeholder network.
What does this mean for Deendayal Port Authority’s operational standing?
The record reinforces Deendayal Port Authority’s position among India’s top-performing major ports, underscoring its growing cargo handling capacity across both dry and liquid bulk segments as the port continues to strengthen its role in the country’s trade and energy logistics chain.
