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VOC Port Sets Record: 147 Windmill Blades in Single Shipment for Green Energy Push

VO Chidambaranar Port has set a new national record by successfully handling 147 windmill blades from a single vessel, the MV Bo Run Jiu Zhou. This surpasses its own previous record of 103 blades and underscores its leading role in India's renewable energy cargo sector. The port has handled over 4,200 blades this financial year, marking a growth of nearly 76% compared to the previous year. Port Chairperson Susanta Kumar Purohit highlighted this achievement as part of the port's commitment to supporting India's green energy transition under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision.

Key Points: VOC Port Handles Record 147 Windmill Blades in One Vessel

  • Record 147 blades in single vessel
  • 76-meter blades from China
  • 75.8% annual growth in blade handling
  • Major infrastructure expansion underway
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Historic milestone: VOC Port handles 147 windmill blades from a single vessel, the highest in India

VOC Port achieves a national milestone by handling 147 windmill blades from a single vessel, boosting India's renewable energy infrastructure.

"VOC Port's robust infrastructure...reflects its steadfast commitment to supporting India's transition to renewable energy. - Port Authority Release"

New Delhi, March 9

VO Chidambaranar Port Authority has achieved a new milestone in renewable energy cargo by handling 147 windmill blades and accessories. This marks the highest volume of windmill blades handled in a single vessel at any Port in India. Incidentally, this surpasses the previous record of 103 windmill blades handled by VOC Port on November 21, 2025, reinforcing its growing role in supporting India's green energy initiatives, the release said.

The vessel MV. Bo Run Jiu Zhou, loaded with 147 windmill blades, each measuring 76m in length, arrived from the Port of Qinzhou, China, on 03.03.2026 and completed the discharge on 08.03.2026.

In the current financial year, up to February 2026, VOC Port has handled 4211 windmill blades, registering a growth of 75.82 per cent compared to 2395 blades handled up to February 2025. To affirm its position as the number one windmill handling port in the county, VOC Port is sprucing its infrastructure by creating additional storage space to the tune of 60,000 m2 within the custom bond area and an additional area of 1,80,000 m2outside the custom bond area.

According to the release, Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson of VO Chidambaranar Port Authority, congratulated the importer Envision India Private Limited, the vessel agent Parekh Marine Services Pvt. Ltd., the stevedore Aasian Shipping Agencies, and the Custom House Agent & Shore handler NTC Logistics India Private Limited on this achievement.

He further stated that VOC Port's robust infrastructure, operational efficiency, and technical capability for handling renewable energy cargo reflect its steadfast commitment to supporting India's transition to renewable energy and building a sustainable and environmentally responsible maritime sector under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, envisioned by Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see Indian ports stepping up. But I hope the focus on importing from China is temporary. We need to boost our own manufacturing under 'Make in India' for wind turbine components. Self-reliance is key for long-term energy security.
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Arjun K
Impressive logistics! 147 blades on one ship is a record. The infrastructure expansion plans (60,000 + 1,80,000 sq m!) show serious commitment. This is how we build capacity for a green future. Kudos to the VOC Port team! 👏
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Sarah B
As someone working in the renewables sector, this is very encouraging. The 75% year-on-year growth in blade handling is staggering. Efficient ports are critical for reducing project costs and timelines. Well done!
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Vikram M
Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 in action! Good to see the port authority acknowledging all the partners - importer, agents, handlers. Teamwork makes these complex operations possible. More power to renewable energy!
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Karthik V
A positive development, no doubt. However, I hope the environmental impact of creating such massive new storage areas is properly assessed. Green energy infrastructure must also be built responsibly.

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