Paradip Port Hits 50 MMT Mark in Just Four Months

04 Aug 2025 CW Team

The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has set a new benchmark by handling 50 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo in just four months of the current financial year—its fastest ever. This milestone was reached four days earlier than last year, reflecting the port’s improved operational efficiency and strategic growth.

Port officials credited this achievement to the successful implementation of efficiency-driven strategies, infrastructure upgrades, and the dedication of PPA’s workforce, supported by strong stakeholder engagement.

Coal cargo rose to 22.06 MMT, recording a 0.53 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. Container cargo saw a sharp 27.8 per cent rise, underlining PPA’s expanding logistics capabilities. Crude oil handling reached 11.36 MMT, reflecting a 14.97 per cent growth, while fertiliser raw materials witnessed an 8.41 per cent increase.

PPA Chairman P L Haranadh thanked Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal for his support, stating, “With our dedicated team and the continued trust of our customers, we will continue to achieve remarkable growth milestones.”

With a focus on operational excellence and strategic infrastructure initiatives, PPA is confident of meeting its throughput targets for FY 2025–26.

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