It marks India’s entry into
global transshipment positioning Vizhinjam as a critical player in the
international trade routes.
Highlighting Vizhinjam’s significance, Karan Adani, Managing Director of
Adani Ports and SEZ Limited (APSEZ) said, “San
Fernando – now berthed at our harbour is a symbol of a new, glorious
achievement in Indian maritime history. It is a messenger that will tell
the world that India’s first transshipment terminal and the largest deepwater
port has begun commercial operations”. Talking about the port’s state-of-art
infrastructure he added, “No other port in India – including our own highly
advanced Mundra Port – has these technologies. What we have already installed
here is South Asia’s most advanced container handling technology. And once we complete the automation and
the Vessel Traffic Management System, Vizhinjam will be in a class of its own
as one of the most technologically sophisticated transshipment ports in the
world.”
“We have already created over 2,000 direct and indirect jobs in
construction, operations and other segments – and, now, with these wide-ranging
developments, we will create more than 5,500 additional direct and indirect
employment opportunities right here in Vizhinjam” Adani added..This is the
first transshipment port in the country. Till now India was dependent on
Colombo, Dubai and Singapore ports for transshipment. Now Vizhinjam
International Seaport will be the transshipment port of the country. The
commissioning of the seaport is expected by October.
On Thursday Gautam Adani, Chairman and founder of the Adani group of
companies called the welcoming of the mothership ‘San Fernando’ at the
Vizhinjam International Seaport a historic occasion.
“Historic Day as Vizhinjam
welcomes its 1st container vessel! This milestone marks India’s entry into
global transhipment and ushers in a new era in India’s maritime logistics,
positioning Vizhinjam as a key player in global trade routes. Jai Hind!” Gautam
Adani posted on X.