Chennai Port crosses 50 MMT Cargo Throughput Milestone 18 Days Ahead of Last Year in FY 2025–26
CHENNAI: Chennai Port Authority has achieved a significant operational milestone by crossing 50 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo throughput in the ongoing FY 2025–26, accomplishing the feat 18 days earlier than in the previous financial year.
According to official data, the landmark volume was reached on 11 February 2026, reflecting sustained growth momentum and improved operational efficiencies at one of India’s oldest and most strategic major ports.
The early achievement underscores the port’s enhanced cargo handling capacity, streamlined processes, and close coordination with key stakeholders, including shipping lines, terminal operators, logistics service providers, and trade partners. It also highlights the positive impact of ongoing modernization initiatives and digital interventions aimed at improving turnaround times and optimizing berth productivity.
Port officials attributed the performance to consistent growth across cargo segments, supported by efficient planning, better asset utilization, and a focus on operational excellence. The port’s proactive approach to addressing congestion, improving hinterland connectivity, and leveraging technology has played a critical role in accelerating cargo movement during the current fiscal.
The milestone comes at a time when India’s maritime sector is witnessing increased cargo flows driven by industrial growth, rising exports, and infrastructure-led economic expansion. Chennai Port’s performance reinforces its role as a vital gateway for trade on the east coast, serving key manufacturing and consumption centers in southern India.
With more than a month remaining in the financial year, the port is expected to further build on this momentum and close FY 2025–26 with a robust growth trajectory.
The achievement aligns with the port’s broader vision of advancing trade and enhancing efficiency, contributing to India’s port-led development and national logistics competitiveness.
