The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat is preparing to handle 22 vessels within a 72-hour period, as the port experiences a sharp rise in incoming maritime traffic. Authorities have activated coordinated operational measures across departments to efficiently manage the surge in vessel arrivals and maintain smooth port operations.
According to port officials, marine services, pilotage, berth allocation and cargo-handling teams are working in close coordination to ensure vessels are accommodated efficiently while maintaining safety and service standards. The port administration stated that its systems are fully operational to manage reconfigured shipping schedules and high vessel traffic during the three-day period.
Several of the arriving ships are expected to be carrying crude oil cargo destined for India, reflecting the port’s strategic importance in the country’s energy supply chain. Among the vessels anticipated is the Thai-flagged ship Mayuree Naree, which had recently been attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the complex geopolitical conditions affecting global shipping routes.
Located on the Gulf of Kutch along India’s north-western coastline, Deendayal Port serves as one of the country’s most significant maritime gateways, particularly for cargo flows from West Asia and global trade routes connecting Europe and Africa. Its strategic position allows ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to access India efficiently, reducing transit time and logistics costs.
The ability to handle such a large number of vessels within a short period demonstrates the port’s operational capacity and its growing role in managing India’s expanding maritime trade and energy logistics.