Kutch (Gujarat) [India], July 9 (ANI): The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has added another milestone to its operational achievements by successfully loading 38,500 metric tons of bentonite aboard MV BUZZARD in 22 hours and 25 minutes.
The loading operation began at 4:05 p.m. on July 2 and was completed at 2:30 p.m. on July 3, reflecting the port’s commitment to operational excellence, efficiency, and world-class cargo handling.
The achievement was made possible through the coordinated efforts of all stakeholders involved, including Ashapura Stevedores (a unit of Ashapura Shipping Group) as the stevedore, Spartans Marine Services as the vessel agent, Balaji Infraport Pvt. Ltd. (a unit of Ashapura Shipping Group) as the customs house agent, and exporters Gimpex Imerys India Private Limited and Bharat Abrasives and Chemical Industries.
According to a press release, the successful completion of the record-setting loading operation demonstrates DPA’s ability to ensure faster vessel turnaround, enhanced operational efficiency, and reliable logistics support for trade.
The achievement further reinforces DPA’s position as one of India’s leading major ports, consistently setting new benchmarks in port performance and customer service, the release said.
DPA Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, congratulated all stakeholders, port users, trade unions, officers, employees, and workers for their wholehearted support, dedication, and collective efforts in accomplishing the milestone, the release added.
Earlier, the Deendayal Port Authority set a new national record in cargo handling by processing 778,000 metric tons of cargo in a single day on June 26, the highest 24-hour cargo-handling volume ever achieved by an Indian port.
In a post on X, DPA said, “Kandla Port breaks the highest 24 hrs cargo handling level and creates a new national record! Handles 7.78 lakh tons of cargo in a single day (on June 26, 2026)! A national record in single-day cargo handling!”
The latest achievement comes weeks after the port reported significant growth in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cargo handling during the 2025-26 fiscal year.
On June 11, the Deendayal Port Authority announced that it had handled 133 LPG vessels and 2.61 million metric tons of LPG cargo, registering a 25% year-over-year increase. (ANI)
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