Kamarajar Port Achieves 18-Metre Draft, Second in India
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Port Name | Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL), Tamil Nadu |
| Achievement | Second Indian port (after Visakhapatnam) to offer 18-meter draft |
| Project | Capital Dredging Phase VI (₹440 crore investment) |
| Key Upgrades | - Outer approach channel deepened from 20m to 23m - Inner entrance channel deepened from 19m to 22m - Berths deepened to 18m - Harbour basin & navigational areas improved |
| Benefits | - Lower logistics costs - Higher cargo handling efficiency - Boost to EXIM trade - Faster turnaround time |