Vizhinjam Port sets new Records
Since July 2024, Vizhinjam Port has handled nearly 260 ships and 5 lakh containers, making it one of India’s fastest-growing maritime hubs in under a year of trial operations.
PM Narendra Modi dedicates Port to Nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially dedicates the port on Friday, marking a milestone in India's maritime infrastructure and giving a major boost to Kerala's economic vision.
Economic boom expected in Kerala
The port is expected to spur massive growth in Thiruvananthapuram and surrounding areas, especially in logistics, warehousing, transport, and allied sectors.
Exim cargo road movement to begin
Export-import cargo movement by road will start soon, with only a minor highway design tweak pending, enabling direct inland cargo access from the port.
Logistics parks on the horizon
If additional land is secured, the port will build its own logistics parks; meanwhile, the Kerala govt has already rolled out plans to fuel regional economic activity.
Growth triangle plan unveiled
The Vizhinjam Economic Growth Triangle aims to connect Vizhinjam with Kollam and Punalur, driving jobs, industrial investment, and southern Kerala’s overall development.
Port to venefit even Ernakulam
The state plans to expand national highways to stretch the port’s benefits as far as Ernakulam, transforming the region into a trade and transport powerhouse.
Tirupur traders prefer Vizhinjam
Exporters from Tirupur’s textile industry are shifting to Vizhinjam due to its Europe-bound jade service, saving time and bypassing Tuticorin, Chennai, and Colombo.
Global shipping lines show interest
The port’s natural depth allows large vessels like MSC Turkiye to dock easily, making Vizhinjam a new stop on the global maritime map, even bypassing Dubai and Colombo.
Commercial ops began in December
Following strong interest during trial runs, Vizhinjam formally launched commercial operations in December 2024, with more shipping lines expected to join in 2025.
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