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Kandla Port Makes History: 40 Ships Handled in 24-Hour Record

DPA Kandla has achieved an incredible milestone by handling 40 ships in just 24 hours. This breaks their previous record of 38 ships set in December 2023. The port authority celebrated this achievement as a display of exceptional teamwork and operational excellence. Meanwhile, Kandla is also making significant progress in green energy initiatives with international delegations visiting their hydrogen plant.

Key Points: DPA Kandla Sets Record Handling 40 Ships in 24 Hours

  • DPA Kandla handled 40 ships within 24 hours breaking previous record
  • Port authority praised staff for exceptional teamwork and coordination
  • British delegation reviewed progress at India's first green hydrogen plant
  • Kandla emerging as strategic hub for India's green fuel ambitions
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Historic milestone: DPA Kandla handles 40 ships in 24 hours

Deendayal Port Authority Kandla achieves historic milestone by handling 40 ships in 24 hours, breaking previous record with exceptional operational efficiency.

"This remarkable achievement reflects our unmatched operational excellence, seamless coordination and the relentless spirit of Team DPA - DPA Kandla"

Kandla, November 17

Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, achieved a historic milestone by handling 40 ships in 24 hours, surpassing its previous record of 38 ships set in December 2023.

Sharing the achievement on X on Sunday, DPA Kandla described it as an "extraordinary display of efficiency and teamwork." The port authority hailed its staff for their "operational excellence and seamless coordination."

"A historic milestone for DPA Kandla! In an extraordinary display of efficiency and teamwork, DPA has handled 40 ships in just 24 hours, surpassing its previous record of 38 ships set in December 2023. This remarkable achievement reflects our unmatched operational excellence, seamless coordination and the relentless spirit of Team DPA. Proud moment for Kandla," DPA Kandla wrote on X.

Earlier on November 13, according to information provided by the port authority, a high-level British delegation, supported by GH2 India and led by British Deputy High Commissioner Stephen Thomas Hickling, reviewed progress at India's first indigenous 1 MW green hydrogen plant, located at the port.

The team lauded Kandla's rapid advances in clean-energy infrastructure, its green port initiatives, and its emerging role in India's green hydrogen value chain.

Officials noted that Kandla is steadily evolving into a key enabler of India's national and global green fuel ambitions, with ongoing projects positioning the port as a strategic node for decarbonisation-focused investments.

Separately, DPA Kandla hosted a delegation from the New Zealand High Commission, accompanied by industry leaders from the country's forestry and wood-processing sector. The visitors observed Kandla's critical role as India's leading EXIM gateway for timber, supporting a major share of the nation's timber supply chain and offering insights into growing bilateral trade potential.

The back-to-back engagements underscore Kandla's rising global profile as it deepens its push toward sustainable operations and strengthens its contribution to India's energy transition.

Earlier this month, on November 6, a delegation of European experts on certification and European Union regulations, supported by the Green Hydrogen Association (GH2) India, visited the Green Hydrogen Plant at Kandla and was briefed on the Port's scale-up plans for green hydrogen.

- ANI

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Priya S
Really proud of this achievement! But I hope the port authorities also focus on worker welfare and safety standards while chasing these records. Efficiency shouldn't come at the cost of human well-being.
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Arjun K
The green hydrogen plant development is the real game-changer here! 👏 India needs more such sustainable initiatives in our ports. This positions Kandla as a leader in green energy infrastructure.
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Sarah B
Impressive to see international delegations from UK, New Zealand, and EU visiting Kandla. This shows India's growing importance in global trade and sustainable energy. Well done team!
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Vikram M
As someone from Gujarat, it's heartening to see Kandla port achieving such milestones. This will definitely boost local employment and economic growth in the region. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Michael C
The timber trade partnership with New Zealand is interesting. With India's growing construction and furniture industry, this could be a significant trade opportunity. Smart move by Kandla port authorities.

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