Adani Ports Achieves Major Milestone: 100 MMT of Cargo Handled in Record Time
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Synopsis of the Article
- Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) in Mundra handled 100 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo in the current financial year.
- This milestone was achieved a month earlier compared to the previous year, with a target of 200 MMT set for this year.
- In September 2024, Adani Ports Mundra set a new record by handling 1,84,000 containers via 1,637 trains, surpassing previous records.
- The South Port Railway Head and Exim Yard recorded container movements of 1,44,696 and 38,313 containers, respectively.
- Adani Ports’ total cargo handled across all its ports reached 37.5 MMT in September 2024.
- There was a year-on-year increase of 31% in container handling and 11% in liquid and gas cargo handling.
- The total cargo handled by Adani Ports across all ports in the first six months of FY 2024-25 was 219.8 MMT, reflecting an 8.5% year-on-year growth.
- Mundra Port remains India’s largest commercial port and the top container port by volume, handling 180 MMT in FY 2024.
Adani Port Mundra Reaches New Milestone by Handling 100 MMT of Cargo
During the current fiscal year, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) handled an astounding 100 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo at its Mundra Port, setting yet another remarkable milestone. This impressive accomplishment demonstrates the port’s consistent expansion and effectiveness as it was accomplished a full month ahead of schedule the previous year. By the conclusion of the current fiscal year, the team hopes to have handled 200 MMT, setting an even higher goal for the remainder of the year.
Steady Growth and Efficient Operations at Mundra
Last year, on October 28, 2023, towards the end of October, the milestone of handling 100 MMT of cargo was only attained. But this year, the same objective was accomplished far more quickly, demonstrating the port’s growing capacity and operational advancements. Mundra Port’s achievement in meeting this goal ahead of schedule is a testament to the diligence and cooperation of its staff, port customers, and trading partners.
In terms of goods handled, Mundra Port is not just one of the busiest ports in India but also among the biggest worldwide. With this degree of productivity, Adani Ports keeps pushing the boundaries and creating new standards in the maritime and logistics industries.
Record-Breaking Container Handling in September 2024
Adani Ports Mundra achieved many firsts in September 2024, mainly related to cargo handling. With 1,637 trains carrying 1,84,000 containers, the port handled an incredible amount of cargo. Included in this is an astounding 43,000 containers transported on 766 double-stack container trains. This accomplishment easily surpassed the prior high of 1,74,000 containers handled by the port in July 2024.
This outstanding performance is a result of the port’s state-of-the-art technology and sophisticated infrastructure, which enable it to effectively handle heavy cargo quantities. Mundra Port’s ability to handle container traffic with efficiency is essential to its continued success as a leading player in the world logistics market.
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Impressive Railway Cargo Movements
Apart from the handling of containers, Mundra’s railway operations yielded remarkable outcomes. Container movements at the South Port Railway Head and Exim Yard broke records. In particular, 38,313 containers were moved in the Exim Yard and 1,44,696 containers were transferred through the South Port Railway Head.
These figures highlight the vital role that Mundra Port’s operations play on the rail network. The port has effectively managed substantial cargo volumes while lessening the strain on road transport infrastructure by making the most of rail travel.
Growth Across All Ports in September
Adani Ports stated in September 2024 that 37.5 MMT of cargo had been handled in all of its ports. The notable 31% rise in container handling year over year is the main driver of this growth. Further broadening its business, the port also recorded an 11% increase in the handling of liquid and gas cargo.
Adani Ports has established itself as a prominent player in the logistics industry via consistent enhancement of its offerings and augmentation of its capability to manage diverse bulk cargo. The port’s capacity to handle such a wide range of cargo, including dry cargo, containers, and liquid and gas cargoes, has cemented its place as a significant participant in the sector.
A Strong Performance in FY 2024-25
Adani Ports’ overall cargo handling across all of its ports hit an astounding 219.8 MMT in the first half of the fiscal year 2024–2025. This is an 8.5% increase over the previous year, underscoring the company’s consistent growth. The port’s dedication to efficiency and excellence is evident in the rise in container, liquid, gas, and other cargo handling.
Mundra has always been the greatest commercial port in India in terms of volume. With 180 MMT of cargo carried in FY 2024 alone, it is India’s busiest container port in terms of tonnage. This degree of success is due in part to strong collaboration between port users, staff, and officials who make sure the port runs smoothly, in addition to the state-of-the-art infrastructure.
Aiming Higher for the Future
Having set a goal to handle 200 MMT of cargo by year’s end, Adani Ports is poised to achieve unprecedented success. The company has established itself as a leader in the international shipping and port management sector thanks to its emphasis on enhancing logistics, growing its rail and road networks, and utilizing cutting-edge technology.
Mundra Port’s continuous prosperity is evidence of its capacity to adjust and expand in a market that is changing quickly. Adani Ports is solidifying its status as a major player in global logistics while simultaneously advancing India’s economy by consistently breaking records and pushing boundaries.
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