02-08-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Odisha's Paradip Port adjudged 'Major Port of the Year' in non-containerised cargo category
East
Bhubaneswar, Aug 2 (UNI) Paradip Port, Odisha's lone major port, has bagged the prestigious
"Major Port of the Year – Non-Containerised Cargo" award at the 15th All India Maritime and
Logistics Awards (MALA) 2025.
The high-profile ceremony, organized by Exim India, was held in Mumbai on August 1 to celebrate excellence and innovation across the Indian maritime and logistics sector, port officials said on today.
The award recognizes Paradip Port's exceptional performance and outstanding contribution in handling non-containerized cargo, showcasing its operational efficiency and strategic importance in the country's maritime trade. G Edison, Traffic Manager, Paradip Port Authority (PPA), accepted the award on behalf of the port.
The MALA awards are a significant annual event, with winners selected by a distinguished jury of industry experts. Winning this award is considered a major honor within the Industry and highlights the port's commitment to excellence and its leadership role in the non-containerized cargo segment.
Congratulating the entire team, P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, PPA, stated, 'This notable achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and collaborative spirit of Team PPA. We are honored to be recognized by our Industry peers and remain committed to continuously improving our services to support India's growing economy.'
This accolade underscores Paradip Port's strategic initiatives and robust infrastructure, which have contributed to its success in managing a high volume of diverse non-containerized cargo, including dry bulk and liquid bulk.
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