Overview

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on May 2, 2025.
• The port, developed by Adani Ports and the Kerala government, is India's first dedicated container transshipment and semi-automated port.
• Strategically located near key global shipping routes, the port aims to reduce India's reliance on foreign transshipment hubs like Colombo, addressing significant foreign exchange losses.
• Since trial operations began in July 2024, the port has handled 285 ships and 593,000 TEUs, with an annual capacity projected between 3 to 4.5 million TEUs.
• Featuring advanced infrastructure, including India's deepest breakwater and an AI-powered Vessel Traffic Management System, the port is a cornerstone of India's maritime growth strategy.