Up to November in FY 2024–25, the Port handled 92,350 tonnes of Copra Oil Cake, reflecting a significant 33.96% increase over the 68,938 tonnes handled during the same period in FY 2023–24. Imported from Indonesia and the Philippines, Copra Oil Cake serves as a key ingredient in livestock nutrition and organic fertilizer production. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #EconomicGrowth #Copra #OilCake
V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Tuticorin, Tamilnadu 2,198 followers
V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority, India, is strategically located close to the East-West International Sea Route
About us
V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority, India, the 10th major Port of India is situated 540 kms. South West of Chennai. The gateway Port with 15 berths, drafts ranging from 8.60 metres to 14.20 metres, has a capacity of handling 69.20 MTPA. The Port is also strategically located close to the East-West International Sea Route.
Aided by the state of the art infrastructure, dedicated terminal operators, Port user community and efficient human resource, the Port which is in close proximity to the Main line sea route and excellent rail & road connectivity has been the harbinger of socio-economic development of the southern Tamilnadu.
The Port handles a wide range of cargo like Bulk, Break Bulk, Containers, Liquid Bulk and Machineries. It offers a maximum draft of 14.20 Metres to accommodate bulk carriers upto 95,000 DWT. With the seamless operation of 3 Harbour Mobile Cranes, 56,000 Tonnes of bulk cargo can be discharged per day.
The Port offers regular sailings to Colombo and a Direct Mainline container service to Far East. It also offers the fastest container transhipment time to Colombo among all Indian Ports. 16 Containers Freight Stations and an ICD are located at the proximate of Port Connectivity Highway.
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https://www.vocport.gov.in
External link for V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority
- Industry
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Tuticorin, Tamilnadu
- Type
- Government Agency
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Administrative Office
Harbour Estate
Tuticorin, Tamilnadu 628004, IN
Employees at V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority
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Vennela E
V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority | Aikyam | Startoonlabs Private Limited | IIM Trichy'24 | PJTSAU'21
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Amaran Shiva
Associate Consultant | MBA in Human Resources Management
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Peer Mohamed
--Student Pursuing MBA SCM And Marketing In Jamal Mohamed College- 620 020. Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
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JEEVA SAMSON
Marine Pilot / Captain / Entrepreneur
Updates
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Port has handled 3,48,293 tonnes of edible oil up to November in the current financial year 2024–25, representing a remarkable 23.38% increase compared to the 2,82,297 tonnes handled during the same period of the previous financial year. This achievement highlights the Port's strategic importance in meeting growing demand, ensuring reliable and efficient flow of edible oil across the supply chain. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) Guidance Tamil Nadu #EdibleOil #PortCapacity #SupplyChain
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Today, Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, chaired a meeting with ofiicials from Toyota Tsusho India Pvt. Ltd., along with the senior officers of the Port. The discussion focused on investment opportunities in the Port's outer harbour project, Green Shipping, switching over to clean fuels for various port equipment and setting up of manufacturing industries in the Port lands. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) TOYOTA TSUSHO INDIA PVT LTD #Investment #RenewableEnergy #WindEnergy
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Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, digitally unveiled the Port's calendar for the Year 2025, themed 'Cultural Heritage of Enchanting Tamil Nadu', in the presence of senior port officers. The calendar elegantly highlights Tamil Nadu's vibrant cultural legacy, celebrating its rich traditions, mesmerizing art forms, and illustrious historical heritage. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #VOCPort #Calendar2025 #TamilnaduHeritage #CulturalLegacy
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Today, the Port observed 37th World AIDS Day, centered on the theme 'Take the rights path: My health, my right!'. Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, flagged off the AIDS awareness rally from the Green Gate to the Administrative office. The chairperson also inaugurated the Community AIDS Awareness and Detection Camp by lighting the traditional lamp. Shri Amalavalan, Program Manager, District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit and Smt. B. Jeevan, President, HIV Positive Welfare Society delivered insightful awareness lectures. Dr.P. Naresh Kumar, Chief Medical Officer, administered the AIDS awareness pledge to the gathering. Sensitization pamphlets were also distributed to raise awareness. Sarbananda Sonowal World Health Organization Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #WorldAIDSDay #AIDSAwareness
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VOC Port achieved an incredible milestone of crossing 30 million tonnes, on 22nd December 2024, 7 days ahead of last year's achievement. The Port Congratulates all the officers and staff, port users and stakeholders, terminal operators and CISF for making this possible! Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #VOCPort #MaritimeMilestone #Success
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The vintage photograph showing the loading of truck chassis, at the Port. It reminds the legacy of Port history in connecting people & industries through maritime trade. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #PortHistory #PortDevelopment #MaritimeTrade
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VOC Port, designated as an "Offshore Wind Energy Hub" by Government of India, is all set to construct an exclusive terminal for handling windmill blades and accessories. The terminal will feature two berths, with quay length of 470 meters, and backup area of 30 hectares for storage. VOC Port offers skilled workforce to handle over dimensional cargo, ample storage space in Port's custom bound area, congestion free port entry and seamless road connectivity. The primary and secondary hinterland of VOC Port, Tuticorin also offers large tracts of land for setting up of Windmill blade and accessories manufacturing plants. This initiative underscores the Port's commitment in reducing global carbon footprint and attaining Sustainable Development Goals of the Government. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) #OffshoreWindTerminal #RenewableEnergy #WindEnergy #Sustainability
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Today, Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, chaired the Port users meeting alongwith the senior officers of the Port. The Chairperson appraised the status of the ongoing projects like, Link conveyor from coal Jetty-1 to coal yard, construction of multi-cargo Berth No.10 , an exclusive Windmill blade and accessories handling terminal and the time-line of capital dredging project. Sarbananda Sonowal
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Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, appreciated Mr. Sathya, Junior Engineer, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department, for securing the Judge's Choice award in the classical vocal category in the All India Major Ports Cultural Meet 2024–25 held at Paradip Port. He commended Mr. Sathya and Mr. Senthil, Greaser, Marine Department, for achieving 3rd place in the light music performance and also felicitated all the participants who took part in the All India Major Ports cultural event. Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India)
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