Located just 16 kilometers south of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, the Vizhinjam International Seaport is an ambitious project poised to transform the region's economy. This deep-water, multi-purpose port is being developed in three phases and is on track for full commissioning by September 2024.

Strategic Location

One of Vizhinjam's key advantages is its strategic location. The port lies just 10 nautical miles away from the busy east-west shipping lane connecting Europe, the Persian Gulf, and the Far East. This proximity allows large vessels to easily access the port without deviating from their routes, saving time and fuel.

First Automated Port in India

Vizhinjam is making history as India's first automated port. This means that many port operations will be handled by advanced technology, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.

Benefits for Kerala

The development of Vizhinjam is expected to bring significant benefits to Kerala. The port is expected to:

 * Boost the state's economy by creating new jobs in logistics, shipping, and related industries.

 * Facilitate international trade by providing a world-class port infrastructure.

 * Attract new businesses and industries to Kerala.

Current Status

The construction of Vizhinjam is progressing well, with the first phase nearing completion. The Adani Group, the private partner in the project, has already invested heavily in the port's development.

The Future of Vizhinjam

With its strategic location, advanced technology, and potential to boost Kerala's economy, Vizhinjam International Seaport is poised to become a major player in India's maritime industry. The port's full commissioning in September 2024 is eagerly a

waited by many.

Today, July 12th, 2024,

marks a historic day for Vizhinjam port as it welcomes its first container ship, the "San Fernando," for a trial run. This signifies the commencement of trial operations at the port, a crucial step before full commissioning expected in September-October 2024.

A grand ceremony is being held to mark the occasion, with dignitaries like Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Union Port Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in attendance. The arrival of the ship and the commencement of trial operations are significant milestones for the Vizhinjam port project, which is expected to be a game-changer for Kerala's economy

How Will the Vizhinjam Adani Port Benefit India 

India has greater room to grow as a prospective regional power because to the Indian Ocean's crucial role in the maritime world, which accounts for more than half of all seaborne trade. India's force projection and capability, as well as its active participation in aiding in the establishment of peace in the Indian Ocean region, have long been recognised as indicators of its maritime military prowess. On the other hand, the nautical manifestation of the economic phase doesn't leave much of a trace, especially in terms of civilian maritime infrastructure. Strategic thinkers have never paid much attention to India's domestic port sector because of the aforementioned "sea blindness." Large motherships can only be transported through a select few ports in the nation, including Kochi, Mumbai, Mundra, and Visakhapatnam.The numerical mapping of these port facilities demonstrates that west coast ports outnumber east coast ports in terms of domestic container market share.

With a greater emphasis on maritime commercial capability, India's central government is advancing port infrastructure upgrades through programs such as SAGAR (Security and Growth for all in the Region) and Sagarmala. It is only natural for the country to expand its capabilities in line with global ports like Singapore and Colombo. 

Did you know? The Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Port has been the subject of heated debate since its inception more than two decades ago

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