Vizhinjam Deep Sea Port: A Milestone in India’s Maritime Journey
India took a bold stride in global maritime logistics as Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala’s capital, Thiruvananthapuram. Developed by Adani Ports through a public-private partnership, the port marks a major milestone for the country’s ambition to lead in global shipping and marine transport.
With a project investment of ₹8,867 crore, Vizhinjam is India’s first deep-sea container terminal built to handle Ultra Large Container Ships (ULCS). Located just 10 nautical miles from the busy international shipping route, the port reduces dependency on overseas transshipment hubs like Colombo and Singapore.
Commercial operations began in December 2024, and with world-class infrastructure, Vizhinjam is set to reshape cargo logistics in South Asia. The port’s natural depth of over 20 meters eliminates the need for frequent dredging, making it an environmentally sustainable solution for container shipping.
Beyond improving the efficiency of India’s export-import cycle, the terminal is expected to become a major logistics hub, boosting regional trade, shipyard activity, and port-related employment.
During the inauguration, PM Modi emphasized the port’s strategic significance in India’s maritime development. As part of the Maritime India Vision 2030, this deep-water terminal is a pivotal project aimed at transforming India into a global logistics powerhouse.
From increasing container throughput and reducing shipping delays to creating thousands of jobs across the supply chain, Vizhinjam is the coastal infrastructure India has long needed.
