(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM)
Mumbai, January 03, 2024: Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority – India’s Best Performing Port, scaled new heights in CY 2024, achieving a record-breaking 7.05 million TEUs in container throughput, reflecting a year of exceptional progress. In CY 2023, JNPA handled 6.35 million TEUs, marking a growth of 10.99% compared to the previous calendar year, 2023.
Acknowledging this achievement during the stakeholders’ meeting which was followed by a cake-cutting celebration, Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairman, JNPA, said, “As JNPA achieves a record container throughput of 7.05 million TEUs in 2024, we also stand poised to become India’s largest port this month by achieving the capacity to handle more than 10 Million TEUs. This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our employees, stakeholders, and terminal operators. Their hard work and dedication have been crucial in advancing JNPA’s position in the maritime sector. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on maintaining operational excellence and contributing to India’s global trade leadership.”

Highlights of CY 2024 & FY 2024-2025:

JNPA handled highest highest-ever container throughput of 7.05 Million TEUs in the calendar year 2024 (from Jan-2024 to Dec-2024) which is 10.99% higher as compared to the previous calendar year 2023.

JNPA handled the highest-ever cargo throughput of 90.27 million Tonnes in the Calendar year 2024. which is higher by 4.25% as compared to the previous Calendar year.

BMCTPL and APMT crossed 2 Million TEUs in container handling in the calendar year 2024 and BMCTPL handled 2.12 Million TEUs which is highest highest-ever container handling by any terminal in a calendar year.

NSDT reported the record handling of 1.72 Million Tonnes of Cement and 0.39 Million Tonnes of Break Bulk cargo in CY 2024, which is up by 9.79% and 166.65% respectively as compared to the previous year.

In FY 2024-2025, JNPA handled 5,377,421 TEUs of containers & 68.37 Million Tonnes of total cargo from Apr-2024 to Dec-2024 which is higher by 13.09% & 6.96% respectively as compared to the corresponding period in the previous financial year.

From April 2024 to Dec 2024, JNPA handled 4,989 container rakes and 789,825 TEUs as compared to 4,796 rakes and 766,401 TEUs during the corresponding period in the previous financial year.

The stakeholders’ meeting at JNPA brought together the full spectrum of the port and logistics ecosystem for celebrating this achievement. The meeting was attended by JN Port’s terminal operators, including BMCT, DP World, APMT, BPCL, NSFT, NSDT, and JJLTPL. Representatives from trade bodies like MANSA, CSLA, FFFAI, CFSAI, LCBUA, and BCBA also attended the meeting. The meeting also served as a forum for exchanging feedback, sharing innovative ideas, and discussing future plans to drive seamless operations and sustainable growth.

As the port continues to strengthen its capabilities, ongoing projects such as the expansion of the container terminal and infrastructure enhancements will further bolster its position as a critical hub in global trade. With these developments, JNPA is poised for even greater strides in the future, further contributing to India’s economic growth and maritime leadership.