J M Baxi Group Inaugurates Tuticorin Container Terminal: A New Gateway for East-West Trade
J M Baxi Opens New Tuticorin Container Terminal, Boosting Global Trade
J M Baxi’s New Tuticorin Container Terminal Begins Operations, Connecting India to the World
J M Baxi Ports & Logistics is excited to announce the official opening of the Tuticorin Container Terminal. This new, high-tech facility is located at the V.O. Chidambaranar Port, on the southeast coast of India. It’s set in a key spot along the Gulf of Mannar, making it an important hub for shipping containers between India, Europe, the USA, and other parts of the world.
Why the Tuticorin Container Terminal is Important
Strategic Location
The terminal is perfectly located near the East-West international sea route. This means ships traveling between Australia, Africa, the Suez Canal, and the Gulf can easily stop here. It helps link India with major global trade routes, making it a critical part of the global shipping network.
Modern Infrastructure
The terminal is built with advanced technology. It has a 370-meter-long quay and a draught of 14.2 meters. It also has top-quality cargo handling equipment, including three post-Panamax cranes and nine electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes. These machines help the terminal handle up to 0.6 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) every year, speeding up the process of loading and unloading containers.
Efficient Connectivity
This terminal is well-connected by roads, railways, and air routes. It serves large parts of southern India, including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala. Its location near an international airport makes it even easier to move goods quickly. This allows the terminal to play a key role in coastal trade and international import and export.
A Step Toward Sustainability and Inclusivity
Eco-Friendly Operations
J M Baxi is committed to sustainability. The terminal uses electric cranes and reach stackers, which are better for the environment. These green initiatives show how the company cares about running a cleaner, greener port.
Focus on Inclusivity
The terminal is also making strides toward gender equality. Forty percent of the workers at the Tuticorin Container Terminal are women. J M Baxi is proud to promote an inclusive workplace that empowers women in the maritime industry.
A Milestone Event: The First Vessel Call
The terminal’s operations started with the arrival of the ‘Rio Grande Express,’ a Hong Kong-flagged vessel run by Hapag Lloyd. This was a big moment, showing that the terminal is ready to handle global shipping operations. It also highlights the teamwork that has helped make this terminal a key player in the region’s maritime future.
Positive Impact on India’s Economy
With the terminal fully operational, container handling in southern India will become faster and more efficient. This will cut down the time it takes to move goods and help boost the region’s economic development. The improved connectivity and increased capacity will lead to more trade, which in turn will create new jobs and strengthen India’s position in the global market.
