VOC Port Authority, Tuticorin

VOC Port Authority, Tuticorin V.O. Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin owes its position on the south eastern coast of India, adjoining the Gulf of Mannar in Tuticorin

Why green fuels? Because the future of shipping is changing.As the maritime sector moves towards cleaner and more sustai...
06/09/2026

Why green fuels? Because the future of shipping is changing.

As the maritime sector moves towards cleaner and more sustainable fuels, green hydrogen and its derivatives — including green methanol and green ammonia — are shaping the next era of global shipping.

Join us at the India Green Fuels Conclave ’26 as we explore the opportunities, technologies and partnerships driving this transition.

📅 17 September 2026 | Thursday
⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 VOC Port, Tuticorin

🔗 Register now: Registration Form

Stay tuned for more updates on India Green Fuels Conclave ’26.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





A New Benchmark in Cargo Handling!V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has achieved a historic all-time record of 2,17,332 ...
06/09/2026

A New Benchmark in Cargo Handling!

V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has achieved a historic all-time record of 2,17,332 MT of cargo handled in a single day on 5 September 2026, surpassing the previous record of 2,16,631 MT set on 18 February 2026.

This remarkable milestone, achieved on the 155th Birth Anniversary of V.O. Chidambaram Pillai, makes the achievement even more significant.

👏 Congratulations to the VOC Port team, with sincere appreciation to our stakeholders for their continued support and contribution towards this achievement.

Together, we continue to raise the bar.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





A sweet return to VOC Port!After a gap of five years, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has once again received sugar ca...
06/09/2026

A sweet return to VOC Port!

After a gap of five years, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has once again received sugar cargo, with 12,000 MT of bagged sugar arriving from Thailand during FY 2026–27.

The renewed movement highlights VOC Port’s potential to serve as a gateway for sugar imports and the wider food and agro-based supply chain in South India.

With multipurpose berths, deep-draft capability, around 25,000 sq. m. of transit shed and paved warehouse facilities, 7 days of free storage, and efficient road and rail connectivity, VOC Port offers the infrastructure needed for seamless cargo handling and hinterland movement.

A renewed opportunity for sugar trade through VOC Port, strengthening connectivity between global markets and South India. 🌏🚢

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, held a meeting with Dr Manoj Choudhar...
05/09/2026

Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, held a meeting with Dr Manoj Choudhary, Vice Chancellor, Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), to discuss the proposed Satellite Skill Development Centre at VOC Port under the existing MoU between VOCPA and GSV.

The discussions focused on finalising industry-oriented courses and training programmes for working professionals, along with programme delivery, implementation modalities and operational arrangements.

The initiative aims to create new opportunities for skill development and capacity building in the maritime and logistics sector.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





🇮🇳 Remembering a visionary freedom fighter and maritime pioneer!V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority commemorated the 155th...
05/09/2026

🇮🇳 Remembering a visionary freedom fighter and maritime pioneer!

V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority commemorated the 155th Birth Anniversary of V.O. Chidambaranar on 5 September 2026 at V.O.C. Square, paying tribute to his courage, patriotism and enduring contribution to India’s maritime history.

The celebration began with garlanding of the statue and floral tributes by Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, followed by a guest lecture by Dr. N. Sathammai Priya, Assistant Professor Cauvery College, Trichy, and addresses by senior Port officials.

The programme also featured the release of a bulletin highlighting the Port’s TB awareness initiatives under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, along with prize distribution to winners of the Elocution and Essay Writing Competitions. The celebrations concluded with a cultural performance by Harbour Higher Secondary School and the National Anthem.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





VOC Port Authority celebrates the 155th Birth Anniversary of V.O. Chidambaranar!The occasion was marked with a solemn tr...
05/09/2026

VOC Port Authority celebrates the 155th Birth Anniversary of V.O. Chidambaranar!

The occasion was marked with a solemn tribute at V.O.C. Square, where Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, garlanded the statue of V.O. Chidambaranar and paid floral tributes in remembrance of his remarkable legacy.

The celebration honoured the courage, patriotism and pioneering spirit of the great freedom fighter, whose contribution to India’s maritime movement continues to inspire generations.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





CII Tamil Nadu State Council 2026–27, led by Shri C. Devarajan, Chairman, CII Tamil Nadu State Council, visited V.O. Chi...
04/09/2026

CII Tamil Nadu State Council 2026–27, led by Shri C. Devarajan, Chairman, CII Tamil Nadu State Council, visited V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority along with a delegation of industrialists, exporters and importers.

The delegation visited the Port’s cargo handling facilities, Information Centre, Maritime Heritage Museum and DBGT Container Terminal, gaining an overview of the Port’s operational capabilities, infrastructure and initiatives supporting trade and industrial growth.

The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen engagement with the industry and highlight VOC Port’s role as a key maritime gateway supporting regional and national trade.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





The future of green fuels is docking in Tuticorin!Get ready for the India Green Fuels Conclave ’26 — a platform bringing...
04/09/2026

The future of green fuels is docking in Tuticorin!

Get ready for the India Green Fuels Conclave ’26 — a platform bringing together ideas, partnerships and opportunities shaping India’s green fuel ecosystem.

📅 17 September 2026 | Thursday
⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 VOC Port, Tuticorin

From green methanol and green ammonia to the future of sustainable shipping, something exciting is on the way. 🌿⚓

✨ Something big is docking soon. Stay tuned for more information!

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/DWxeJrsG3H4JsJ3q6

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways






VOC Port in News | Advancing Green Maritime Transition 🌱⚓V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority is gaining recognition for it...
04/09/2026

VOC Port in News | Advancing Green Maritime Transition 🌱⚓

V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority is gaining recognition for its growing role in India’s green maritime transition. An ICCT policy brief highlights VOC Port’s potential as a key node in a green shipping corridor on the India–Europe trade route.

A significant recognition of VOC Port’s continued efforts towards green fuels, maritime decarbonisation and sustainable growth.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





🌱 Advancing the Future of Green ShippingAt the India Clean Transportation Summit 2026, the International Council on Clea...
02/09/2026

🌱 Advancing the Future of Green Shipping

At the India Clean Transportation Summit 2026, the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) launched its policy brief, “Positioning V.O. Chidambaranar Port for Maritime Decarbonization.”

The policy brief outlines key strategic pathways for VOCPA to accelerate maritime decarbonization — connecting green fuel production with maritime offtake, translating Harit Sagar goals into actionable measures, engaging with green shipping corridor networks, and exploring reliable green fuel supply pathways for shipping.

The report highlights the pivotal role of ports in enabling the transition to alternate fuels and advancing sustainable maritime transport, while aligning with the Harit Sagar Green Port Guidelines of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

The launch marks another step towards positioning V.O. Chidambaranar Port as a key enabler of India’s green maritime future.

PMO India
Sarbananda Sonowal
Shantanu Thakur
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways





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