VOC Port Authority Leading with Swift Infrastructure Growth and Green Energy Milestone
Key Ideas
  • VOC Port Authority in Tuticorin is making rapid progress in infrastructure development to cater to the needs of EXIM trade, aligning with national initiatives like 'Gati Shakti' and Maritime India Vision 2030.
  • The Port marked a significant green energy milestone by commissioning the Green Hydrogen Pilot Plant, allocating 501 acres for green hydrogen projects and attracting substantial investments.
  • Plans include expanding container and bulk cargo terminals, deepening berths, developing a dedicated shipbuilding facility, and constructing the Outer Harbour for enhanced container traffic handling.
  • The pace of project execution is attributed to an efficient ecosystem in Tuticorin, strategic planning, and seamless coordination, contributing to India's maritime growth and sustainability goals.
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority in Tuticorin, India, is focusing on rapid infrastructure development to meet the increasing demands of cargo handling, setting a target of 50 Million Tonnes of cargo and 1 Million TEUs of containers for the current financial year. The Port has been upgrading its facilities swiftly, including a new container terminal, bulk cargo terminal, turning circle expansion, and dredging. Additionally, the Port has commissioned a Green Hydrogen Pilot Plant, becoming the first Indian Port to lead the transition to green energy, attracting significant investments for green hydrogen projects. Plans also include developing a dedicated shipbuilding facility, expanding berths, and constructing the Outer Harbour with advanced container terminals. The success of project execution is credited to the efficient ecosystem in Tuticorin, supported by strategic planning, inter-departmental coordination, and stakeholder engagement. This progress positions VOC Port as a national exemplar for rapid and efficient project execution, contributing to India's maritime growth and sustainability goals.
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