Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL), a company of Chennai Port Authority under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, celebrated the 77th Republic Day with patriotic fervour, highlighting its strong operational performance, infrastructure expansion, sustainability initiatives, and contribution to nation-building.
The National Flag was unfurled by Smt. J. P. Irene Cynthia, IAS, Managing Director, KPL, who addressed the gathering and outlined the port’s achievements and future roadmap in alignment with Maritime India Vision 2030. The celebrations were enriched by cultural performances by students of 38 Government schools with participation from KPL officials, employees, port users, and residents of neighbouring villages.
At the Cargo Front, KPL handled 36.28 million tonnes of cargo from Apr 2025- Dec 2025, registering a 2.69% growth over the corresponding period of the previous year. Container traffic stood at 5,24,224 TEUs, automobile handling increased by 23.04%, and the port handled 740 vessels up to January 2026, reflecting steady operational growth.
Financially, KPL recorded revenue of ₹919.07 crore up to December 2025, with Profit Before Tax of ₹701.56 crore, and paid a dividend of ₹300 crore to the Chennai Port Authority.
KPL has emerged as a key facilitator for renewable energy logistics and green manufacturing exports. For the first time in the port’s history, over 700 units of windmill components belonging to GE and Vestas were exported onboard MV Bahri Jazan to multiple destinations in the United States.
Through sustained growth, infrastructure development, green initiatives, and inclusive community engagement, Kamarajar Port Limited continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s maritime sector and advancing the vision of Maritime India Vision 2030 and Viksit Bharat.