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Paradip handles record 50MMT of cargo in first 7 months: Chairman
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Kendrapada: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has handled 50 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo by the end of July in the current fiscal year, the fastest in its history, said chairman P L Haranadh on Friday.
The port also handled Exim (export-import) containers for the first time in 2024-25. Services by MSC and RCL, along with Concor's new multimodal logistics park, are positioning Paradip as a key container gateway in eastern India, he said.
Addressing the gathering during Independence Day celebrations at Paradip, Haranadh said the port aims to expand its annual handling capacity to 500 MMT by 2047. The 'western dock' project, with a 25 MMT capacity, is ahead of schedule and will enable handling of capesize vessels, reducing logistics costs, he added.
"PPA is targeting 100% mechanisation by 2030, supported by initiatives like an AI-based harbour management system, a state-of-the-art command and control centre, and a next-generation vessel traffic management and information system. PPA is working towards becoming a 'smart port' by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050," he added.
"A green hydrogen/ammonia export terminal, backed by MoUs worth over Rs 50,800 crore, is under development to strengthen Paradip's role in the global green fuel supply chain. PPA has invested in welfare measures, including enhanced insurance schemes, medical benefits, and mandatory safety training for all contractual workers from Jan 2026 to prevent accidents," he said.
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