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Vizhinjam International Port Secures ₹2000 Crore Investment: What It Means for India’s Shipping Future

Vizhinjam International Port Secures ₹2000 Crore Investment: What It Means for India’s Shipping Future

The Indian maritime sector is undergoing a paradigm shift that may alter the global trade pattern and make the country a major logistics hub. The latest news comes from Vizhinjam International Port, where government agencies and Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) have jointly decided to invest ₹2000 crore in port-related sectors. An MoU will be signed […]

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Vizhinjam Port Rail Tunnel & Kerala Port Development – Latest Updates and Future Opportunities | Keralaports 

The maritime industry in Kerala is set to witness a paradigm shift with the speedy development of the Vizhinjam International Seaport and related infrastructure. Among the most discussed projects in recent times is the railway tunnel project that will connect Vizhinjam Port to the Balaramapuram railway station. This connectivity project is expected to improve logistics […]

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Vizhinjam International Seaport: Kerala’s Maritime Leap into the Global Trade Arena (With Latest 2026 Updates)

Introduction Vizhinjam International Seaport, situated in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, is quickly transforming from a conceptual infrastructure development initiative to one of the most significant maritime gateways in India. Strategically located close to international shipping routes, Vizhinjam is all set to reposition India in the global transshipment and maritime trade arena. With the current […]

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Cloth & Readymade Garments Export: Leveraging Kerala’s Ports for Textile Trade

Cloth & Readymade Garments Export: Leveraging Kerala’s Ports for Textile Trade

Kerala, with its long coastline and burgeoning maritime infrastructure, is on the cusp of a major transformation. While the state is traditionally known for exporting spices, coir, and marine products, a significant opportunity lies in boosting the export of cloth and readymade garments (RMG) by fully leveraging its rapidly modernizing ports: Kochi, Vizhinjam, and Azhikkal. […]

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Unlocking the Global Market for Kerala Spices: From Idukki to the Container Ship

Unlocking the Global Market for Kerala Spices: From Idukki to the Container Ship

Kerala, the original “Spice Garden of India,” has been the epicenter of the global spice trade for centuries. Today, the high-ranges of Idukki continue to produce world-class spices like cardamom and pepper. For aspiring entrepreneurs, translating this rich heritage into a thriving export business requires strategic planning, strict quality control, and intelligent logistics.  How to Start […]

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Vizhinjam Port: Kerala’s Gateway to Global Trade is a Job Gateway, Too!

Vizhinjam Port: Kerala’s Gateway to Global Trade is a Job Gateway, Too!

The Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram is more than just a massive infrastructure project; it’s a huge engine for employment, fulfilling its promise to transform the local economy. Now that the port has secured a permanent international immigration check post and is operational, job opportunities are opening up rapidly. Jobs on the Dock: Direct Employment […]

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Blueprint for High-Quality Fish Export from Kerala: MPEDA, Cold Chain, and Port Compliance

Blueprint for High-Quality Fish Export from Kerala: MPEDA, Cold Chain, and Port Compliance

Kerala, blessed with a long coastline and vibrant marine ecosystem, stands as a critical hub for India’s marine products export industry. However, successfully exporting high-quality fish requires navigating a strict regulatory framework, mastering cold chain logistics, and making the right port selection. This blueprint details the necessary steps for establishing and scaling a successful fish […]

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Construction of the Vizhinjam fishing harbor and port extension are scheduled to start in November.

Construction of the Vizhinjam fishing harbor and port extension are scheduled to start in November.

In conjunction with the second and third phases of Vizhinjam International Seaport’s capacity augmentation, the construction of a new fishing harbor is anticipated to start in November of this year, according to project officials who spoke to TOI. Officials said that the Harbour Engineering Department (HED) has already put out a bid for Package 2, […]

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For Vizhinjam Port-led industrialization, the government authorizes a consultant.

For Vizhinjam Port-led industrialization, the government authorizes a consultant.

The hiring of a consultant to create a strategy for port-led industrialization for Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL) has been approved by the state government. Finding possible land parcels, creating a cluster development plan, and submitting a concept that is financially feasible and offers enticing returns on investment are the tasks assigned to the consultant, […]

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Customs clearance is granted for domestic and international cargo operations at Kerala’s Vizhinjam Port.

Customs clearance is granted for domestic and international cargo operations at Kerala’s Vizhinjam Port.

Export-import (EXIM) cargo and domestic activities at Vizhinjam Port have received customs clearance. The Union Ministry of Finance’s Customs and Central Excise Department granted the initial approval, and the Customs Commissionerate in Kochi is anticipated to grant the final clearance shortly when the remaining processes are finished. The Adani Vizhinjam Port Company has been granted […]

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