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Mundra Port Sets Record, Ships 6,008 Cars in Single Vessel as Top Auto Hub

Adani Ports has announced that Mundra Port is now India's largest automobile export hub, setting a national record by loading 6,008 cars onto a single vessel for export. The port's Roll-on/Roll-off terminal ships vehicles to more than 100 countries, supporting India's growing strength as a global auto supplier. Chairman Gautam Adani highlighted the company's compounding growth momentum, with cargo handling milestones being achieved in progressively shorter timeframes. The company is firmly on track to reach its ambitious target of handling one billion tonnes of cargo annually by 2030.

Key Points: Mundra Becomes India's Largest Auto Export Hub, Sets Record

  • Mundra is India's largest auto export hub
  • Record 6,008 cars shipped in single vessel
  • Exports reach over 100 countries
  • APSEZ targets 1 bn tonne cargo capacity by 2030
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Mundra becomes India's largest auto export hub, Adani Port ships record 6,008 cars in single vessel

Adani's Mundra Port sets a national record, exporting 6,008 cars in one vessel, cementing its status as India's premier auto export gateway.

Mundra becomes India's largest auto export hub, Adani Port ships record 6,008 cars in single vessel
"What this shows is that, once vision and execution begin to align, momentum starts to compound. - Gautam Adani"

Ahmedabad, April 10

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone on Thursday said that Mundra Port has emerged as India's largest automobile export hub, setting a national record by exporting 6,008 cars in a single vessel.

According to the Adani Group, Mundra has become a major export centre for vehicles, with shipments reaching more than 100 countries through its Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) terminal.

The development highlights India's growing strength in automobile exports and the increasing role of port infrastructure in supporting global trade.

India's automobile exports have been expanding steadily, with key markets including regions in Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and parts of Europe.

The rising demand for Indian-made passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, and commercial vehicles has contributed to the country's position as a major global supplier.

The company said that Mundra's RoRo terminal has played a crucial role in enabling large-scale vehicle shipments, supporting automakers in efficiently reaching international markets.

The milestone comes alongside APSEZ's broader growth trajectory in cargo handling. Chairman Gautam Adani recently stated that the company is targeting a cargo handling capacity of one billion tonnes by 2030, after crossing the 500 million tonnes milestone.

Highlighting the company's rapid expansion, Adani said that it took 16 years to reach the first 100 million tonnes of cargo. The second 100 million tonnes were achieved in five years, the third in three years, while the fourth and fifth 100 million tonnes were added in just two years each.

"What this shows is that, once vision and execution begin to align, momentum starts to compound. That compounding is now defining our journey," he said.

He added that the company is firmly on track to reach the ambitious target of one billion tonnes by 2030.

The emergence of Mundra as a leading auto export hub reflects the growing integration of India's manufacturing and logistics sectors, with modern port infrastructure playing a key role in boosting export competitiveness.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great to see Indian cars reaching 100+ countries. My cousin just bought a Tata Nexon EV and the quality is superb. No wonder global demand is rising. Hope this creates more jobs in Gujarat and across the supply chain.
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Rohit P
The growth numbers are impressive – from 100 million tonnes in 16 years to adding 100 million tonnes in just 2 years. This is the infrastructure boost our economy needed. Kudos to the port workers and engineers!
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Sarah B
While this is a positive development, I hope the environmental impact of such massive port expansion is being managed responsibly. Coastal ecosystems are fragile. Growth should be sustainable.
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Vikram M
Africa, Latin America, Middle East... our Maruti, Tata, and Mahindra vehicles are perfect for these markets. Reliable, affordable, and suited for tough roads. This is how we build strong trade ties.
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Karthik V
The ambition to handle 1 billion tonnes by 2030 is huge. If they can pull it off, it will drastically cut logistics costs for all exporters, not just automakers. More power to Mundra!

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