Tuticorin, August 23, 2024 – In yet another impressive display of operational excellence, V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port set a new record by handling 18,547 tonnes of coal in a single day at North Cargo Berth-2. This milestone was achieved using a combination of vessel and Harbour Mobile Cranes to unload coal from the vessel MV Archon Gabriel, overtaking the previous record of 18,200 tonnes set just a week earlier on August 16, 2024.
Operational Triumph and Key Collaborators
The achievement highlights VOC Port’s rapidly growing capabilities and consistent efforts to optimize its logistics infrastructure. The coal consignment was part of a high-volume import, with critical stakeholders playing pivotal roles:
- Stevedoring Agent: M/s. BL Transport Pvt Ltd
- Ship Agent: M/s. Atlantic Shipping Agencies
- Importer: M/s. Aditya Birla Global Trading (India) Private Ltd
The seamless coordination between stevedores, shipping agents, and port authorities enabled the efficient offloading process.
Port’s Commitment to Excellence
The port’s administration emphasized that this accomplishment is part of an ongoing commitment to operational excellence, aimed at fulfilling the growing demands of port users. The infrastructure upgrades and use of modern cargo handling technology continue to elevate VOC Port’s standing in India’s maritime ecosystem.
Recognition and Broader Impact
Public recognition of the milestone came through an official post by the VOC Port Authority, shared widely and acknowledged by national maritime stakeholders such as the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and PIB Chennai. The achievement is a clear testament to the port’s progressive approach, making it a model for port-led development under India’s Sagarmala initiative.