VOC Port crosses 15 million tonnes throughput sooner this fiscal

 

V. O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port) surpassed the 15 million tonne mark in cargo handling for fiscal 2025-26 on August 3, 2025, achieving the milestone 11 days ahead as compared to the previous financial year.

The port also handled 2,98,107 TEUs up to August 3, highlighting a 9.75% growth compared to the 2,71,620 TEUs handled during the same period in FY 2024-25.

Major commodities driving this growth included  coal, limestone, salt, rock phosphate, edible oil and construction materials. The surge in exports from industrial hubs like Tirupur, Coimbatore and Karur contributed significantly to rising container volumes. Furthermore, the operationalisation of North Cargo Berth-III in July has enhanced bulk cargo capacity.

The port’s primary hinterland is experiencing rapid industrialisation, which augurs well for future cargo throughput.

Mr Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, congratulated all stakeholders and trade partners for their continued support in achieving this significant milestone.

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