Vizhinjam Port in Kerala marks arrival of 100th commercial vessel on Christmas Day

economictimes.indiatimes.com — December 25, 2024 at 02:01 PM UTC

Vizhinjam Port in Kerala welcomed its 100th commercial vessel, MSC MICHELA, on Christmas Day. The Portuguese-flagged ship arrived from Mumbai and will head to Shanghai after unloading containers. This milestone highlights Vizhinjam's status as India's first semi-automated port. The port features modern equipment and advanced automation systems, enhancing its operational capabilities.

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