MV PROPEL FORTUNE berths at Deendayal Port with 56,360 MT coal cargo for UltraTech Cement

GANDHIDHAM : Reinforcing its position as one of India’s leading gateways for bulk cargo trade, Deendayal Port, Kandla, has successfully welcomed MV PROPEL FORTUNE, a Singapore-flagged Supramax bulk carrier, carrying a substantial consignment of 56,360 metric tonnes of imported coal destined for UltraTech Cement Limited. Cargo discharge operations are currently underway with a strong focus on efficiency, safety, and operational excellence.

The vessel’s arrival highlights the critical role played by Deendayal Port in supporting India’s industrial and infrastructure sectors through the seamless handling of essential bulk commodities. Coal remains a key input for cement manufacturing, and the timely discharge of this shipment will help ensure uninterrupted raw material availability for UltraTech Cement’s production operations.

MV PROPEL FORTUNE, built in 2012, is a modern Supramax bulk carrier with a deadweight capacity of approximately 58,168 tonnes, measuring around 190 metres in length and 32 metres in beam. The vessel is currently berthed at Kandla, where discharge activities are being carried out using advanced cargo-handling infrastructure and coordinated port operations.

Port officials and operational teams are executing the unloading process with precision while maintaining stringent safety, environmental, and operational standards. The smooth handling of such large-volume bulk cargo consignments reflects the port’s robust capabilities, experienced workforce, and commitment to delivering world-class maritime services.

The operation further underscores Deendayal Port’s growing importance in facilitating imports of energy and industrial raw materials for India’s manufacturing sector. With its strategic location on the western coast and extensive cargo-handling infrastructure, the port continues to serve as a vital logistics hub connecting global trade routes with domestic industries.

This successful call by MV PROPEL FORTUNE once again demonstrates the collaborative efforts of port authorities, shipping stakeholders, terminal operators, and logistics partners in ensuring efficient vessel turnaround and cargo evacuation, contributing to supply chain reliability and economic growth.

The development was highlighted in a recent social media post by Rishi Shipping, which noted the vessel’s arrival and ongoing discharge operations, emphasizing the company’s commitment to efficient bulk cargo handling, operational precision, and strict adherence to safety standards while serving key industrial customers.

As cargo discharge progresses smoothly, Deendayal Port continues to strengthen its reputation as a premier bulk cargo gateway, supporting India’s industrial development through safe, efficient, and customer-focused port operations.