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Time of India
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- Time of India
Kerala falls behind while TN eyes Vizhinjam port windfall
Thiruvananthapuram: While the Kerala govt continues to struggle with land acquisition for industries near the Vizhinjam International Seaport, neighbouring Tamil Nadu has moved swiftly to capitalise on the port's potential. The Tamil Nadu govt recently approved four new SIPCOT industrial parks in Tirunelveli district—just across the border and within easy reach of Vizhinjam. A govt order has been issued to acquire over 2,260 acres of land for two parks in Nanguneri. A third park is planned at Moolakaraipatti, while Phase 2 of the existing SIPCOT park in Gangaikondan is ready for launch. All these parks are being developed to utilize the potential of Vizhinjam Port. Meanwhile, social media in Tamil Nadu has been abuzz with posts highlighting these new industrial developments, positioning south Tamil Nadu as the prime beneficiary of Vizhinjam's transhipment traffic and economic potential. Many posts underline the proximity of these parks to the port, promoting it as a strategic advantage—especially since the state missed out on developing a port at Enayam or Colachel. In stark contrast, Kerala has so far identified only about 100 acres near the port through Kinfra, with land negotiations still ongoing in other areas of Thiruvananthapuram district. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo A senior Kerala govt official, speaking on condition of anonymity, acknowledged that Tamil Nadu, which has large land parcels available, is seizing the opportunity and attracting investors by offering competitive lease rates—between Rs 70 lakh and Rs 1 crore for 99 years. "This will adversely impact Thiruvananthapuram's industrial prospects. Major investments may shift to Tamil Nadu if Kerala fails to act swiftly on port-led industrialisation," the official said. APM Mohammed Hanish, principal secretary of the industries department, said Kerala envisions a port-based development corridor stretching from Palakkad to Vizhinjam. "Just as industrial parks are coming up in Tirunelveli and Tuticorin, we already have one in Palakkad. The distance from Palakkad to Thiruvananthapuram is only six hours. The port's impact should extend along this corridor," he said. He added that Kinfra has identified 150 acres a few kilometres away from Vizhinjam Port and the govt is looking for land in Thiruvananthapuram district. At the recent Invest Kerala summit, several investors expressed interest in setting up units near Vizhinjam. Dubai-based Sharaf Group offered to invest Rs 5,000 crore in an Inland Container Terminal. However, the govt asked them to find suitable land on their own. Kinfra had identified about 340 acres in areas like Neyyattinkara, Balaramapuram, Kattakada and Kuttichal, but most of this land still lacks official clearance.
India Gazette
09-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
World's largest container ship MSC IRINA makes historic debut at Vizhinjam International Seaport
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 9 (ANI): The MSC IRINA, recognised as the world's largest container ship by TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) capacity, docked at the Vizhinjam International Seaport on Monday morning and will be berthed till Tuesday. According to an Adani group press release, this monumental arrival marks a significant milestone for the seaport, which was dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 2. The MSC IRINA boasts an impressive capacity of 24,346 TEUs, making it a formidable player in global shipping. With a length of 399.9 metres and a width of 61.3 metres, the vessel is approximately four times longer than a standard FIFA-designated football field. Designed specifically to facilitate the transportation of large volumes of containers between Asia and Europe, the MSC IRINA is pivotal in enhancing trade routes and logistics efficiency. This vessel makes its maiden visit to a South Asian port, highlighting Vizhinjam's capabilities in handling Ultra-Large Container Vessels (ULCVs). The port has recently welcomed other Icon-class vessels, including MSC Turkiye and MSC Michel Cappellini, further establishing its reputation as a key hub in maritime trade. The MSC IRINA was launched in March 2023 and embarked on its maiden voyage in April of the same year. It is engineered to stack containers up to 26 tiers high, offering unparalleled capacity in container stacking. Notably, the MSC IRINA surpasses its predecessor, OOCL Spain, by a margin of 150 TEUs. In alignment with contemporary environmental standards, the vessel is equipped with energy-saving features that contribute to a reduction in carbon emissions by up to 4 per cent, significantly lowering its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. The docking of the MSC IRINA at Vizhinjam International Seaport not only underscores the port's strategic importance in global shipping but also represents a leap forward in sustainable maritime practices, setting a benchmark for future developments in the industry. (ANI)
NDTV
09-06-2025
- Business
- NDTV
World's Largest Container Ship MSC IRINA Arrives At Vizhinjam Seaport
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala): The world's largest container ship, MSC IRINA, on Monday arrived at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The berthing process for the vessel has begun at the port. MSC IRINA is recognised as the world's largest container vessel by TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) capacity. Vizhinjam International Seaport, which is managed by the Adani Group, was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 2. The arrival of MSC IRINA marks a significant milestone for the newly opened port. The MSC IRINA boasts an impressive capacity of 24,346 TEUs, making it a formidable player in global shipping. With a length of 399.9 metres and a width of 61.3 metres, the vessel is approximately four times longer than a standard FIFA-designated football field. Explicitly designed to facilitate the transportation of large volumes of containers between Asia and Europe, the MSC IRINA is pivotal in enhancing trade routes and logistics efficiency. This vessel will be visiting a South Asian port, highlighting Vizhinjam's capabilities in handling Ultra-Large Container Vessels (ULCVs). The port has recently welcomed other Icon-class vessels, including MSC Turkiye and MSC Michel Cappellini, further establishing its reputation as a key hub in maritime trade. The MSC IRINA was launched in March 2023 and embarked on its maiden voyage in April of the same year. It sails under the Liberian flag and is engineered to stack containers up to 26 tiers high, offering unparalleled capacity in container stacking. Notably, the MSC IRINA surpasses its predecessor, OOCL Spain, by a margin of 150 TEUs. In alignment with contemporary environmental standards, the vessel is equipped with energy-saving features that contribute to reducing carbon emissions by up to 4 per cent, significantly lowering its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. The docking of the MSC IRINA at Vizhinjam International Seaport not only highlights the port's strategic importance in global shipping but also represents a leap forward in sustainable maritime practices, setting a benchmark for future developments in the industry.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
World's largest container ship MSC IRINA arrives at Vizhinjam International Seaport
The world's largest container ship, MSC IRINA, has arrived at Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala, marking a significant milestone for the newly inaugurated port. With a capacity of 24,346 TEUs, the vessel is designed to enhance trade routes between Asia and Europe. MSC IRINA also features energy-saving technologies to reduce carbon emissions, setting a new standard for sustainable maritime practices. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The world's largest container ship MSC IRINA , on Monday arrived at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram , Kerala. The berthing process for the vessel has begun at the IRINA is recognised as the world's largest container vessel by TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) capacity. Vizhinjam International Seaport, which is managed by the AdGroup, was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 2. The arrival of MSC IRINA marks a significant milestone for the newly opened MSC IRINA boasts an impressive capacity of 24,346 TEUs, making it a formidable player in global shipping . With a length of 399.9 metres and a width of 61.3 metres, the vessel is approximately four times longer than a standard FIFA-designated football designed to facilitate the transportation of large volumes of containers between Asia and Europe, the MSC IRINA is pivotal in enhancing trade routes and logistics vessel will be visiting a South Asian port, highlighting Vizhinjam's capabilities in handling Ultra-Large Container Vessels (ULCVs).The port has recently welcomed other Icon-class vessels, including MSC Turkiye and MSC Michel Cappellini, further establishing its reputation as a key hub in maritime MSC IRINA was launched in March 2023 and embarked on its maiden voyage in April of the same sails under the Liberian flag and is engineered to stack containers up to 26 tiers high, offering unparalleled capacity in container the MSC IRINA surpasses its predecessor, OOCL Spain, by a margin of 150 TEUs. In alignment with contemporary environmental standards, the vessel is equipped with energy-saving features that contribute to reducing carbon emissions by up to 4 per cent, significantly lowering its carbon footprint while maintaining operational docking of the MSC IRINA at Vizhinjam International Seaport not only highlights the port's strategic importance in global shipping but also represents a leap forward in sustainable maritime practices, setting a benchmark for future developments in the industry.
India Gazette
08-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
MSC IRINA container ship to dock at Vizhinjam International Seaport
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], June 8 (ANI): The MSC IRINA, recognised as the world's largest container ship by TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) capacity, will dock at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Monday morning and will be berthed until Tuesday. This monumental arrival marks a significant milestone for the seaport, which Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation on May 2. The MSC IRINA boasts an impressive capacity of 24,346 TEUs, making it a formidable player in global shipping. With a length of 399.9 metres and a width of 61.3 metres, the vessel is approximately four times longer than a standard FIFA-designated football field. Explicitly designed to facilitate the transportation of large volumes of containers between Asia and Europe, the MSC IRINA is pivotal in enhancing trade routes and logistics efficiency. This vessel will be visiting a South Asian port, highlighting Vizhinjam's capabilities in handling Ultra-Large Container Vessels (ULCVs). The port has recently welcomed other Icon-class vessels, including MSC Turkiye and MSC Michel Cappellini, further establishing its reputation as a key hub in maritime trade. The MSC IRINA was launched in March 2023 and embarked on its maiden voyage in April of the same year. It sails under the Liberian flag and is engineered to stack containers up to 26 tiers high, offering unparalleled capacity in container stacking. Notably, the MSC IRINA surpasses its predecessor, OOCL Spain, by a margin of 150 TEUs. In alignment with contemporary environmental standards, the vessel is equipped with energy-saving features that contribute to reducing carbon emissions by up to 4 per cent, significantly lowering its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. The docking of the MSC IRINA at Vizhinjam International Seaport not only underscores the port's strategic importance in global shipping but also represents a leap forward in sustainable maritime practices, setting a benchmark for future developments in the industry. (ANI)
