Mundra Port Becomes First in India to Cross 200 MMT Cargo Mark
PORTS & SHIPPING

Mundra Port Becomes First in India to Cross 200 MMT Cargo Mark

Mundra Port in Gujarat has made history by becoming the first Indian port to handle over 200 million metric tonnes (MMT) of annual cargo in a financial year, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) announced on Wednesday. The port handled 200.7 MMT of cargo during FY 2024-25, setting a new national benchmark.

APSEZ’s Record-Breaking Performance APSEZ, India’s largest private port operator, reported a total cargo volume of 450.2 MMT across all its ports in FY25, reflecting a 7% year-on-year growth. The surge was primarily driven by container traffic, which grew 20% YoY, along with a 9% increase in liquid and gas cargo.

March 2025 was a record-breaking month for APSEZ, with the company handling 41.5 MMT, marking its highest-ever monthly cargo volume and a 9% YoY growth. Container volumes rose 19%, while liquid and gas cargo grew 5%.

Additionally, Vizhinjam Port crossed the 100,000 TEUs milestone in March, further strengthening APSEZ’s position in the sector.

Key Contributors to Mundra’s Milestone APSEZ credited Mundra’s West Basin, Liquid Terminal, and railway operations for pushing the port past the 200 MMT mark. The Adani International Container Terminal Pvt Ltd at Mundra handled a record 33.05 lakh containers, surpassing last year’s 31.49 lakh. The Liquid Terminal processed 8.73 MMT, the highest since FY 2010-11.

Mundra’s railway operations also set a new record, operating 20,578 trains, surpassing the previous best of 20,149 trains. The West Basin alone processed 3.76 MMT of cargo in March 2025, making it the highest monthly volume of the fiscal year.

The port also set a new benchmark in bulk cargo handling speed, discharging 60,489.4 MT of pet coke from MV AMIS RESPECT in just 17 hours.

Resilience Amid Global Challenges Despite a challenging global trade environment marked by geopolitical tensions, rising tariffs, and supply chain disruptions, APSEZ demonstrated resilience and adaptability, emerging stronger in FY25.

With Mundra’s rapid expansion and operational efficiency, APSEZ continues to reinforce its position as India’s premier port operator, setting new industry benchmarks in cargo handling and logistics efficiency.

Mundra Port in Gujarat has made history by becoming the first Indian port to handle over 200 million metric tonnes (MMT) of annual cargo in a financial year, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) announced on Wednesday. The port handled 200.7 MMT of cargo during FY 2024-25, setting a new national benchmark. APSEZ’s Record-Breaking Performance APSEZ, India’s largest private port operator, reported a total cargo volume of 450.2 MMT across all its ports in FY25, reflecting a 7% year-on-year growth. The surge was primarily driven by container traffic, which grew 20% YoY, along with a 9% increase in liquid and gas cargo. March 2025 was a record-breaking month for APSEZ, with the company handling 41.5 MMT, marking its highest-ever monthly cargo volume and a 9% YoY growth. Container volumes rose 19%, while liquid and gas cargo grew 5%. Additionally, Vizhinjam Port crossed the 100,000 TEUs milestone in March, further strengthening APSEZ’s position in the sector. Key Contributors to Mundra’s Milestone APSEZ credited Mundra’s West Basin, Liquid Terminal, and railway operations for pushing the port past the 200 MMT mark. The Adani International Container Terminal Pvt Ltd at Mundra handled a record 33.05 lakh containers, surpassing last year’s 31.49 lakh. The Liquid Terminal processed 8.73 MMT, the highest since FY 2010-11. Mundra’s railway operations also set a new record, operating 20,578 trains, surpassing the previous best of 20,149 trains. The West Basin alone processed 3.76 MMT of cargo in March 2025, making it the highest monthly volume of the fiscal year. The port also set a new benchmark in bulk cargo handling speed, discharging 60,489.4 MT of pet coke from MV AMIS RESPECT in just 17 hours. Resilience Amid Global Challenges Despite a challenging global trade environment marked by geopolitical tensions, rising tariffs, and supply chain disruptions, APSEZ demonstrated resilience and adaptability, emerging stronger in FY25. With Mundra’s rapid expansion and operational efficiency, APSEZ continues to reinforce its position as India’s premier port operator, setting new industry benchmarks in cargo handling and logistics efficiency.

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

CMPDI installs bio-toilets to boost sanitation and hygiene

The Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the administrative control of the Ministry of Coal, has installed six modern bio-toilets equipped with bio-digesters and water tanks across various locations in Ranchi. The initiative was carried out under the ongoing Special Campaign 5.0, underscoring CMPDI’s commitment to cleanliness and sustainable sanitation. This effort forms part of a nationwide drive to enhance hygiene standards and improve efficiency in public offices. It aligns with the Government of India’s Swachh Bharat Mission and ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

PM Modi unveils Rs 12.19 billion projects in Kevadia

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 12.19 billion in Kevadia on the eve of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary. The projects include the Birsa Munda Bhavan—an iconic centre dedicated to Bhagwan Birsa Munda—a residential complex for GSEC and SSNNL employees, the first phase of the hospitality district, and a Bonsai Garden. During the visit, the Prime Minister also flagged off a fleet of electric buses in Kevadia, an initiative aimed at providing comfortable and sustainable transport facilities for v..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

New metro link to connect Delhi airport’s T1 and T3

A new metro station will be part of the upcoming Golden Line to provide direct connectivity between Delhi airport’s Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 3 (T3), a senior official confirmed. Among the three terminals at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminals 2 and 3 are located close to each other, while Terminal 1 lies a few kilometres away. In an interview with PTI, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) CEO Videh Kumar Jaipuriar said that the new integrated station is being planned to link Aerocity with Terminal 1. “The Golden Line was earlier planned to terminate at Aerocity. We h..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?