In a major advancement for India’s maritime logistics, V.O. Chidambaranar Port has surpassed the 15 million tonne milestone in cargo handling for the financial year 2025–26 as of August 3, 2025. This notable achievement arrives 11 days ahead of last year’s corresponding date, underscoring robust operational performance and a sharp upward trajectory in trade activity.
The port has also recorded a significant surge in container throughput, handling 2,98,107 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) by August 3—an impressive 9.75% increase compared to the 2,71,620 TEUs moved during the same period in the previous fiscal year.
This early milestone reflects the port’s growing role in enhancing regional trade efficiencies and its contribution to strengthening India’s maritime infrastructure.
Key commodities driving this surge include coal, limestone, salt, rock phosphate, edible oil, and construction materials. Increased export activity from major industrial hubs like Tirupur, Coimbatore, and Karur has also contributed significantly to the port’s container throughput. A major boost to bulk cargo handling has come from the recent operationalization of North Cargo Berth-III, which was dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a function held at Tuticorin on July 26, 2025. This new facility is expected to enhance the port’s capacity and efficiency further.
The hinterland surrounding V.O. Chidambaranar Port is undergoing a transformative wave of industrialization, paving the way for expanded cargo operations in the near future. Among the major upcoming ventures are a man-made fibre plant backed by a Singapore-based enterprise, a South Korean footwear manufacturing unit, and fresh investments in cutting-edge Defence and Space Technology startups. These strategic developments are expected to substantially augment the port’s throughput and reinforce its role in regional and national logistics.
Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson of VOC Port, applauded the remarkable milestone and extended his heartfelt congratulations to stakeholders and trade partners. He highlighted that the achievement reflects a shared dedication toward establishing VOC Port as a powerhouse in India’s global trade landscape.
