Kandla Port Hits Massive New National Cargo Record
Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) Kandla achieves a massive milestone by handling 9.63 lakh MT of cargo in a single day.
In a historic feat for India's maritime sector, the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has shattered its own previous benchmarks to set a new national record. The port successfully handled a staggering 9,63,951 metric tonnes (MT) of cargo in just a single day, marking a monumental achievement in maritime operations.
Breaking Previous Milestones
This unprecedented surge in cargo handling comes less than a month after the port set its previous national record. On September 7, 2026, DPA Kandla had handled 9,03,904 MT in a single day. By surpassing this figure, the port has demonstrated its rapid scaling capabilities and operational efficiency.
The port authority celebrated the achievement on social media, stating that this feat is a testament to setting new benchmarks in maritime excellence and scaling new heights in the industry.
Strengthening India's Logistics Ecosystem
The record-breaking performance is part of a broader trend of growth at the port. Recent data highlights several key operational successes:
- Transhipment Growth: DPA Kandla recently achieved an all-time high of 12.7 million tonnes in transhipment through ship-to-ship operations as of September 1, 2026.
- Rapid Cargo Handling: The port has handled 70.03 MMT of cargo, making it the fastest among India's major ports to reach this milestone.
- Accelerated Timelines: This achievement was reached 32 days ahead of the timeline recorded in the previous financial year.
- Year-on-Year Surge: The port has registered a significant year-on-year growth of 23.02 per cent.
Industry experts suggest that these milestones reflect DPA Kandla's pivotal role in strengthening India's logistics ecosystem and driving port-led economic growth across the nation.