V.O.C. Port Continues to Strengthen Operational Excellence, Records Growth on all Cargo Segments
Tuticorin:
Port Wings News Network:
V.O. Chidambaranar Port has continued to enhance its operational excellence, registering notable improvements in Output per Ship Berth Day (OSBD) across all major cargo segments during April–May 2026 compared to the same period last year.
The consistent rise in productivity underscores the port’s commitment to efficiency and modern cargo-handling practices as it solidifies its role as a key maritime gateway on India’s east coast.
The port achieved impressive growth in key categories, with Dry Bulk registering a 14.2 per cent increase, Break Bulk rising by 16.2 per cent, and Liquid Bulk growing 4.8 per cent.
Container operations also posted healthy gains, with both container throughput and Container TEUs increasing by 6.4 per cent each, reflecting broad-based performance improvements across diverse cargo verticals.
These gains highlight V.O. Chidambaranar Port’s sustained focus on productivity enhancement, streamlined operations, and world-class infrastructure utilisation. The port authority said the positive trends reinforce its strategic position and readiness to support growing trade volumes in the region.
VOC Port Chief Meets SPIC Team
Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, and Rajesh Soundararajan, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, along with senior officials of V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, Tuticorin, held a meeting with K.R. Anandan, Whole Time Director, SPIC, and his team recently.
The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration in business development, exploring strategic partnership opportunities, and enhancing trade and cargo growth through mutual cooperation.
The meeting reflected the shared commitment of VoCPA and SPIC towards fostering long-term partnerships, improving operational synergies, and driving sustainable growth in the maritime and industrial sectors.
Chairperson meets NLC Team
Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, and Rajesh Soundararajan, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, along with senior officials of V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, Tuticorin, held a meeting with T. A. Aravind Raja, Chief Executive Officer, NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited (NTPL), and his team.
The discussions focused on strengthening business collaboration, enhancing trade, and exploring opportunities for sustained cargo growth through closer coordination and operational synergy.
The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of VOC Port and NTPL towards fostering long-term partnerships, improving logistics efficiency, and supporting the growth of the maritime and energy sectors.
VOC PA – Maersk Meeting
Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, and Rajesh Soundararajan, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, along with senior officials of V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, Tuticorin, held a meeting with Apoorv Kulkarni, Country Director – Public Affairs, India, A.P. Moller – Maersk.
The discussions focused on opportunities for collaboration in sustainable maritime development, green shipping initiatives, and strengthening VOC Port’s role in supporting future-ready maritime logistics and trade. The meeting highlighted the shared commitment of VOC Port and Maersk towards advancing sustainability, enhancing operational efficiencies, and fostering innovation across the maritime sector.
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