Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has achieved a milestone by handling 60 million tonne of cargo in the first 249 days of the current financial year 2025–26, setting a new benchmark in cargo throughput.

In comparison, VPA handled 60 MMT in 273 days during FY 2024–25 and in 275 days during FY 2023–24, reflecting exceptional year-on-year improvement in operational efficiency and cargo handling capabilities.

“This record cargo throughput is a testament to the relentless efforts of our workforce, efficient cargo evacuation strategies and the trust reposed in us by our stakeholders. VPA will continue to focus on infrastructure development, digitalisation and green port initiatives to enhance service quality and capacity,” M Angamuthu, Chairpersons, VPA said in a release on Saturday. 

The achievement underscored the Port’s commitment to operational excellence, a customer-centric approach, and its pivotal role in driving economic growth and trade facilitation in the region, he said adding: “Despite global trade fluctuations and logistical challenges, VPA’s strong performance has been driven by strategic initiatives focusing on alternative cargoes, enhanced infrastructure, process optimisation and seamless coordination with trade partners.’’

The VPA is working towards achieving the annual target of 90 MMT set for the current financial year.

Source: The Hindu Business Line 

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