APM Terminals Pipavav (APMTP)
About APMTP
APMTP is a container terminal in Gujarat, India, operated by APM Terminals. It has an installed capacity of 1.35 million TEUs and handled 0.82 million TEUs in FY25.
APM Terminals Pipavav (APMTP), officially known as Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd (GPPL), is India’s first private-sector port. Situated in the Amreli district on the southwest coast of Gujarat, the port lies on major international maritime trade routes, 152 nautical miles from Nhava Sheva, Mumbai. APMTP is a public-private partnership. It is managed and operated by APM Terminals, part of the A.P. Moller- Maersk Group, which holds a 43.01% lead promoter stake. Public and institutional investors hold the remaining shares. The port’s governance aligns with APM Terminals’ global standards for safety, efficiency, and sustainability. The terminal is a preferred destination for major global shipping lines, including Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, COSCO, OOCL, and X-Press Feeders. Key services include MECL (US East Coast), IOS (Europe), FM3/NWX (Far East), and Shaheen Express (Middle East). The port offers weekly scheduled calls and has pioneered direct port delivery (DPD) protocols to enable faster evacuation. The terminal has Ro-Ro capacity to handle 250,000 vehicles per year.
Facilities & infrastructure
- 735 metres of total container quay length and a dedicated liquid berth
- Draft of 14.5 metres at chart datum, enabling day and night navigation
- Over 500 reefer plug points and a dedicated reefer lane at the gate
- 450,000 KL of operational tankage for liquid cargo and LPG
- Liquid Cargo Capacity: 2 million MT per annum
Why shippers choose APMTP
- First Mover in Rail: India’s first port to handle double-stack highcube container rakes.
- Eco-Leadership: On track for net-zero by 2040; currently procures 40% of its electricity from renewable hybrid wind-solar projects
- Natural Protection: A naturally protected all-weather port sheltered by two islands, ensuring minimal downtime even during monsoons
- Offers the shortest rail distance from the sea to the industrial hubs of Northwest India (Rajasthan, Punjab, and Delhi)
- One of the few terminals offering scheduled “Reefer Trains” equipped with power-packs
- Pipavav consistently ranked in the Global Top 30 list of the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI)
Shipping lines & services
Hinterland connectivity
Rail & road
Rail is the backbone of Pipavav’s success. The port owns a 38.8% stake in Pipavav Railway Corporation Limited (PRCL). CONCOR remains a vital partner, operating frequent block trains. APMTP is exceptionally well-connected to the northwest hinterland. Connected to over 47 ICDs via rail, to hubs like Ludhiana, Jaipur, and the National Capital Region (NCR) 65,000 sq. meters of covered warehouse space and a 100,000 sq meters coal yard. The terminal is supported by an extensive network of local CFSs in the Pipavav-Rajula region.
Throughput FY22–FY25
Units: Lakh TEUs (as reported).
Frequently asked questions
Who operates APMTP?
APMTP is operated by APM Terminals.
What is the capacity of APMTP?
Installed capacity is 1.35 million TEUs. Throughput in FY25 was 0.82 million TEUs, or 61% utilisation.
What is the port code for APMTP?
The UN/LOCODE-style port code is INPPV.
Where is APMTP located?
APMTP is located at Pipavav Road Post Office - Rampara No.2, Gujarat 365560.
How is APMTP connected by rail and road?
Rail is the backbone of Pipavav’s success. The port owns a 38.8% stake in Pipavav Railway Corporation Limited (PRCL).
In the news
Classification
Source: South Asia Container Market Report 2026, p. 35. Last updated Jan 2026.
