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First Indian Ship Delivers Perishable Food Items to Maldives’ Southernmost Port
Image for representation purposes only. The first shipment of 150 tons of perishable food items from India arrived at Hithadhoo Port in Addu, the Maldives’ southernmost atoll.
Dr.G.R.Balakrishnan Jul 17 2024 Shipping News

First Indian Ship Delivers Perishable Food Items to Maldives’ Southernmost Port

According to media sources, the initial shipment is expected to minimize the cost and challenges of importing commodities into the southern atolls.

The cargo ship, loaded with fresh fruits, vegetables, onions, garlic, and eggs, departed from Tuticorin Port in Tamil Nadu and arrived at Hithadhoo Port late Wednesday night (July 10, 2024).

The vessel’s arrival also marked the commencement of a direct shipping route established by Maldives Ports Limited (MPL), which connects Tuticorin Port directly to Hithadhoo Port.

Historically, perishable food supplies were delivered to Addu from Tuticorin using wooden ships that could only sail at certain times of the year.