Adani Ports Mundra Sets National Record With Historic 200 MMT Cargo Handling Milestone

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has achieved a historic milestone, handling 450 MMT of cargo across its ports in the financial year 2024-25.

Leading this achievement is Mundra Port, which has set a national record by processing 200 MMT of cargo in a single year, solidifying its position as India’s top trade hub.

Gujarat | India’s largest private port, Mundra Port, has set a new benchmark by becoming the first Indian port to handle over 200 million metric tons (MMT) of cargo.

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Operational Excellence Driving Record-Breaking Growth

Mundra Port’s success stems from its advanced infrastructure and efficient operations, enabling record-breaking performances across various cargo categories:

• Record Container Throughput: AICTPL terminal processed 33.05 lakh containers, exceeding the previous record of 31.49 lakh.
• Liquid Terminal Growth: Handled 8.73 MMT of cargo, marking its highest volume since FY 2010-11.
• SPRH Milestone: Achieved an all-time high throughput of 16.17 lakh containers, reinforcing Mundra’s role in containerized cargo movement.
• Railway Operations Peak: Operated 20,578 trains, surpassing the previous record of 20,149.

West Basin’s Key Contributions

Mundra’s West Basin played a pivotal role in achieving this milestone:

• Highest Dispatch Record: In March 2025, the port dispatched 59 rakes (totaling 234,902.520 MT), exceeding its previous record of 52 rakes.
• Peak Monthly Volume: Processed 3.76 MMT of cargo in March 2025, the highest for the fiscal year.
• Fastest Vessel Discharge: Pet coke vessel MV AMIS RESPECT (60,489.4 MT) was discharged in just 17 hours, setting a new efficiency benchmark.

Overcoming Global Trade Challenges

Despite global trade disruptions, including geopolitical tensions and supply chain upheavals, APSEZ demonstrated resilience and adaptability.

This landmark achievement underscores Adani Ports’ role in strengthening India’s trade infrastructure and its contribution to the nation’s economic growth.

APSEZ’s record-breaking year reflects its commitment to enhancing India’s global trade connectivity.

Adani Ports continuously invests in innovation and infrastructure, setting new benchmarks in logistics and maritime excellence while reinforcing India’s position as a global manufacturing and trading hub.

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