Chennai Port's ₹8,000 Crore Outer Harbour Project to Boost Container Capacity.

The Chennai Port Authority (ChPA) is embarking on an ambitious ₹8,000 crore outer harbour project aimed at significantly expanding its container handling capabilities. Sunil Paliwal, Chairperson of the ChPA, announced the plans during the 6th edition of the Southern Regional Shipping Conclave, jointly organized by The Southern India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) and the Association of Multi-modal Transport Operators of India (AMTOI) recently.

Paliwal detailed the scope of the project, stating that a techno-feasibility study will be undertaken to pave the way for its implementation. The authority envisions constructing a 2-kilometer-long berth specifically for containers and reclaiming approximately 200 acres of land behind it. "We are constantly trying to improve our services," he affirmed, highlighting the port's commitment to enhancing efficiency and capacity.

In related news, Paliwal also provided an update on the multi-modal logistics park (MMLP) at Mappedu. He confirmed that the first phase of what will be the country's first greenfield MMLP is expected to be ready by mid-April 2026. This development further underscores Chennai Port's strategic efforts to modernize and expand its logistical infrastructure, solidifying its position as a key trade gateway in India.