Chennai Port Authority Celebrates 145th Port Day

Chennai:

Port Wings News Network:

Chennai Port Authority celebrated its 145th Port Day on 15 October 2026, commemorating 145 years of service to the nation and its contribution to India’s maritime trade and economic growth.

Addressing the gathering, Sachin S. Kurve, IAS, Chairperson, Chennai Port Authority, highlighted the Port’s record performance of 57.90 million tonnes of cargo and 1.9 million TEUs of container traffic in FY 2025-26.

He outlined initiatives to expand hinterland connectivity, strengthen global shipping links, modernise infrastructure and promote digitalisation and sustainable logistics.

He also appreciated the efforts of terminal operators, shipping lines, cargo owners, trade associations and other stakeholders, acknowledging their valuable contributions and collaborative efforts in driving the Port’s growth and operational excellence.

Special Guest of the event, C. Mohan, Galaxy International Institute of Logistics, spoke about Chennai Port’s significance as a gateway to South India, its evolution over the years and its continued service to the trade and maritime community.

In his welcome address, K. Ravikumar, Chief Engineer, highlighted the Port’s evolution into a significant trade hub.

The occasion also witnessed the felicitation of best-performing stakeholders in recognition of their valuable contributions to the Port’s growth and operational performance.

In his concluding remarks, S. Kirupanandaswamy, Traffic Manager, Chennai Port Authority, appreciated the stakeholders and emphasised the synergy and collaboration that drive the Port’s growth.

As Chennai Port marks this significant milestone, it reaffirms its commitment to operational excellence, enhanced trade facilitation and sustainable logistics, in alignment with India’s maritime vision and the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047.

Besides others, P Anugraha P., IAS, Chief Vigilance Officer, C. Thara Sugirtha, Secretary, and Malla Srinivasa Rao, Financial Adviser and Chief Accounts Officer, attended the event.