Adani’s Vizhinjam Port crosses 1 million TEUs

Adani Group’s Vizhinjam International Seaport has set a new benchmark in India’s maritime journey by handling more than 1 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) within just nine months of starting commercial operations.

Operated by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), the deep-sea port in Kerala was inaugurated on 3 December 2024. Since then, it has already handled 460 vessels, including 26 ultra-large container ships stretching nearly 400 metres. Originally expected to reach only 30 per cent of its 1 million TEU capacity in its first year, Vizhinjam has achieved the full milestone ahead of schedule.

Kerala’s Ports Minister V. N. Vasavan hailed the achievement as “a proud moment for Kerala and for India as it strengthens its position as a rising maritime power.” He also confirmed that the second phase of the project, including rail and road links, will begin soon.

Strategically located, Vizhinjam is being developed as India’s first Mega Transshipment Container Terminal. Its success signals India’s growing ability to compete with long-dominant global hubs such as Colombo and Singapore. With EXIM (export-import) operations expected to commence later this financial year, the port is likely to unlock new trade opportunities and serve as a major southern gateway.

The port also emphasises sustainability, from reducing emissions to embedding energy efficiency in operations. Officials say the milestone is only the beginning, positioning Vizhinjam as a world-class model for deep-water ports that balance scale, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.