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146-415: A 4-lane Greenfield corridor nearing completion, provides seamless connectivity between major tourist destinations and includes a dedicated 2 km approach road from the port. Additionally, a six-lane Outer Ring Road (ORR) is planned to connect Vizhinjam to Mangalapuram and Navaikulam, creating a ring around Thiruvananthapuram which is Thiruvananthapuram Outer Area Growth Corridor and further enhancing access to
219-501: A back reach of 20 meters, a rail gauge of 35 meters, and a total lifting height of 74 meters.This is the tallest STS crane in India A railway connection is planned for Vizhinjam Seaport, which will include the construction of what is projected to be the third longest railway tunnel in India. This development aims to enhance the port's connectivity with the national railway network, facilitating efficient cargo transportation. Each berth has
292-667: A depth of 25–30 meters beneath the ground's surface. Upon its completion, cargo trains departing from the Vizhinjam Seaport will traverse the tunnel in a mere 36 minutes, maintaining an average speed of 15-30 kilometers per hour (km/h). The integration of Vizhinjam Seaport into the Indian Railways network facilitates easy container transportation across India. The main line provides connectivity to major cities in Kerala and beyond. The Konkan Railway route opens up access to
365-492: A major regional hub port for transshipment cargo in the late 1990s. The main channel of the port was deepened to 15 meters, while it also reached the one million mark for annual handling of container TEUs in 1996. In 1997 the Oil Berth was opened and container traffic made it to the 1.5 million TEUs mark. 1998 saw the opening of a new container terminal while 1999 saw a new container yard begin operation. The Oluvil Lighthouse
438-598: A mechanism to dredge the Muthalappozhi fishing harbour in Anchuthengu in Thiruvananthapuram district were the demands put forward by the community. The locals claim that more than 100 families lost their homes to coastal erosion last year, but there is no official data on the relocated families except for some parochial records. Scientific studies concluded that the port construction has no impact on
511-687: A regular sensitization program aimed at both the public and government authorities to foster a better understanding of the imperative need for the establishment of this port. On royal orders, a British engineer arrived in Travancore to study the Vizhinjam sea and shore. There was an Airport Division under the Public Works Department at the time. Under that section, the Vizhinjam Harbour Special Section
584-736: A result, their livelihoods. It was also affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in India . Adani group regularly invoked the force majeure clause to explain why the project was not completed in time. When the first phase was nearing completion, the first general cargo ship from China arrived at the Vizhinjam port on 12 October 2023. The ship Zhen-Hua 15 left China in August and arrived at the Mundra Port in Gujarat few weeks earlier. It carried one quay crane and two-yard cranes that would be installed at
657-480: A significant port of call due to its location, approximately 10 nautical miles from a major international east–west shipping route. The port's master plan includes provisions for a bunkering capacity with a Liquid Storage Area for Bunkering Tank Farm and associated utilities during the initial phase. The Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram is located approximately 11 nautical miles from
730-547: A unique position as the only Indian port directly adjacent to an international shipping lane. The port's location offers a significant advantage: it lies just 10 nautical miles (19 km) from the heavily trafficked east-west shipping channel connecting Europe, the Persian Gulf, Southeast Asia, and the Far East (Suez- Far East route and Far East - Middle East route). The port has a natural depth of 24 meters, which reduces
803-563: Is India's first deep water container transshipment port , currently under trial run from July 2024. Located in Vizhinjam in the capital city Thiruvananthapuram , Kerala , the port is designed to be a multi-purpose, all-weather, green port located 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) away from the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport . It is poised to become India's first automated port and holds
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#1732775534949876-469: Is a fish landing center with a total berth length of 500 m (1,600 ft) along with port craft berth of 100 m (330 ft) and Coast Guard berth of 120 m (390 ft). There are berthing and storage/operation facilities for Indian Navy with a berth 500 m (1,600 ft) long. Vizhinjam's location provides access to various beaches, historical sites, and cultural attractions in Kerala, including Kovalam, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, and
949-450: Is also nearby. As Kanyakumari is a neighboring area to Vizhinjam, vehicles can access National Highway NH 44, the longest highway in India, within a few hours' drive from Vizhinjam. This highway extends from Srinagar in the north to Kanyakumari in the south, traversing several states including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. The Thiruvananthapuram Bypass,
1022-633: Is being developed in three distinct phases. Vizhinjam has neglibible littoral sedimentation. By having a natural depth of 24 m (79 ft), the construction requires minimal dredging. Due to close proximity to international shipping routes and the utilization of advanced port facilities further shortens the vessel's turn around time (VTT). Once phase 1 is completed, Vizhinjam port is expected to accommodate 1 million TEUs (20-foot equivalent container units), with succeeding phases adding another 6.2 million TEUs, accounting for more than 70% of India's transshipment as of 2023. The seaport will be connected by
1095-489: Is expected that the seaport may have the capacity to cater to 50 percent of the container transhipment needs of India that currently take place at Dubai , Colombo and Singapore . The first phase of the project amounts to ₹ 8,867 crore (US$ 1.1 billion or €1.1 billion), and the remaining phases cost ₹ 20,000 crore (US$ 2.4 billion or €2.5 billion) making the total cost ₹ 28,867 crore (US$ 3.5 billion or €3.5 billion). The port's location near
1168-644: Is expected to dramatically increase the port's capacity and capabilities. The project, which was headed by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority and built by the Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company , was completed by 11 April 2012. The expansion project consisted of four new terminals that are 1,200 m (3,900 ft) in length and can accommodate three berths each, alongside a depth of 18 m (59 ft) (which can be deepened to 23 m (75 ft)). The channel width of
1241-523: Is managed by the Kerala Maritime Board and primarily supports maritime activities.Vizhinjam Seaport is located inside Vizhinjam harbour.The port features two berths, namely seaward and leeward. Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram (Port Location code: IN NYY), managed by Vizhinjam International Seaport Limited (VISL), is a designed for handling large container ships and supporting international trade. To avoid confusion between
1314-580: Is one of the busiest ports in the world, and ranks among the top 25 ports. It is also one of the biggest artificial harbours in the world handling most of the country's foreign trade. It has an annual cargo tonnage of 30.9 million tons . The port is also the naval base for Sri Lanka Navy Western Fleet under the Commander Western Naval Area (COMWEST). The Port of Colombo is home to the second tallest building in South Asia and
1387-472: Is the center for many commercial interests. The Port of Colombo was known to Roman , Arab , and Chinese traders more than 2000 years ago. By the 8th century, Arab Muslim traders settled in Colombo as a base for their trade for that part of the world. Today, they make up the local Sri Lankan Moor community. Among the users of the port, China , India and Persia were among the first people to use
1460-601: The force majeure clause to explain the delay in completing the project. Later, the parties agreed to enter into an arbitration to resolve the dispute. Port of Colombo The Port of Colombo Sinhala : කොළඹ වරාය , Tamil : கொழும்பு துறைமுகம் (known as Port of Kolomtota during the early 14th Century Kotte Kingdom ) is the largest and busiest port in Sri Lanka and the Indian Ocean. Located in Colombo , on
1533-534: The British in 1796, when they first arrived on the island. However it remained a Kandyan Kingdom military outpost until it was surrendered in 1815. The Port was made the capital of the new British crown colony called Ceylon . The British decided to build houses and civilian buildings rather than making it into a military centre, giving birth to the modern Port of Colombo. In 1865, the Municipal Council
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#17327755349491606-613: The Government of Kerala , that would act as an implementing agency for its development. In 2015, the Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited signed a 40-year agreement with the state government to build and maintain the port. Under this private public partnership deal, the Adani group would design, develop, finance, operate the port valued at 7,525 crore. According to the signed deal, Adani Group will have
1679-627: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Trivandrum representing the Latin Catholic fishermen, has taken a leading role in the agitation, saying that the project has caused severe sea erosion, which has adversely affected their livelihoods and homes which numbers some 56,000. Archdiocese Vicar-General Fr. Eugine H. Pereira expressed concerns that the project would be harmful to fishermen in southern Kerala. He stated that fishermen are now fighting for their survival and accused both
1752-486: The Adani Group, providing a unified administrative authority. This shared management is anticipated to improve coordination between the seaport and airport, enhancing operational efficiency and connectivity. The local fishing communities had been protesting against the port which intensified in August, 2022 when hundreds of fishermen besieged the main entrance of the Vizhinjam project site. The fishing community, led by
1825-512: The Ay chiefs of Vizhinjam. A 2006 excavation unearthed the remnants of a fort in Vizhinjam, that probably belonged to the Ay chieftains and was believed to date back to the eight or ninth century AD. As mentioned in Sangam literature , the fort is believed to have been destroyed in the 12th century during the invasion of Kolothunga Chola . Vizhinjam was developed into a small port by Raja Kesava Das, who
1898-578: The Far East. The corridor experiences significant traffic and is frequently used for the transportation of goods between Europe and Asia. The Gulf to Singapore/Far East route is a maritime corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to Asia. The route begins in the Persian Gulf, with ships navigating through the Strait of Hormuz into the Gulf of Oman, and then proceeding into the Arabian Sea. It continues across
1971-438: The Indian Ocean, often passing through the Strait of Malacca, before reaching Singapore and other major ports in the Far East. The Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram is located approximately 11 nautical miles from this route, which is used for the transportation of oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and other goods from the Gulf region to Asia. Vizhinjam port is a special purpose government company, fully owned by
2044-735: The Muslims and began building a fort in 1517. In order to protect their interests in coastal India , the Portuguese knew that controlling the island was vital, and thereby took advantage of royal rivalries between the Kingdoms. However, when the King of Sitawaka , Mayadunne , invaded the Kotte Kingdom and forced the Portuguese into retreat they retreated into the Port of Colombo, besieging
2117-643: The Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The port is set to feature a Cruise Terminal with a dedicated cruise berths which is 600 meters (2,000 feet) long, and a multipurpose berth that is 620 meters (2,030 feet), which can also serve as an additional cruise berth. This configuration will enable the terminal to accommodate two large ships, such as the Icon of the Seas, each requiring 400 meters, or up to four smaller cruise ships, each needing 300 meters. The completion of
2190-447: The Port of Colombo. The Port saw dramatic changes when the country gained its independence in 1948. The Queen Elizabeth Quay was opened in 1954, while 16 alongside berths, transit sheds and warehouses were completed. In 1958 The Port Corporation was founded. Sri Lanka's economy began to improve, even though it had influences of Portuguese , Dutch and British cultures while its own had been repressed. The Sri Lanka Ports Authority
2263-712: The Portuguese. In 1656 the Portuguese were eventually defeated through a terrible siege which ended with only 93 Portuguese survivors leaving the fort. The area captured by the Dutch was given back to the Sinhalese king, however continued to control the area and the rich cinnamon lands. Until 1796, The Port of Colombo was also the capital of the Dutch Maritime Provinces controlled by the Dutch East India Company . The Port of Colombo fell to
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2336-678: The Sri Lanka Port Authority signed a $ 700 million 35-year build-operate-transfer (BOT) agreement for West Container Terminal. In 2023 U.S. International Development Finance Corporation provided $ 553m in funding for the Adani-led project. West Container Terminal WCT is expected to become operational in 2025. The Colombo Port currently has three container terminals: Jaya Container Terminal (JCT), South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT - operated by John Keells Holdings ) and Unity Container Terminal (UCT). These terminals operate round
2409-773: The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA). It is developing the new port under a 35-year build, operate, and transfer agreement with the SLPA. Commenced construction in December 2011, the first "pace" was ceremonially opened for traffic on 8 August 2013, making the Colombo Port complex one of the biggest in the world. The total length of the new breakwater is 6,830 m (22,410 ft), with a berth depth of 18 m (59 ft). In 2021, Adani Ports & SEZ together with local partners John Keells Holdings and
2482-453: The attack. Attackers were demanding the release of five protesters who had been detained the previous day. On 6 December 2022, the protests were called-off after a series of talks held between the protesters and the government. The government of Kerala and the Adani group have been embroiled in a legal dispute over the delay in completion of the project. The project was delayed after the private partner - Adani repeatedly kept on invoking
2555-514: The berths will occur in phases, with the first berth expected to be finished in the second phase and the second berth in the third phase. By 2026, the terminal's berths are projected to be capable of accommodating the largest cruise ships in the world. Vizhinjam Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram is expected to serve as a convenient point for vessels navigating the Indian Ocean region to carry out crew change operations. Its proximity to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, located just 16 km (9.9 mi) from
2628-747: The busy Suez to Singapore/Far East route, a key maritime corridor that connects Europe to Asia via the Suez Canal . This route begins in the Mediterranean Sea, where ships transit the Suez Canal into the Red Sea, navigate the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, and continue through the Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea. It then crosses the Indian Ocean, often passing through the Strait of Malacca, before reaching Singapore and other major ports in
2701-1171: The capacity to handle 24,000 TEU . The Port is located on the Arabian Sea – Laccadive Sea – Indian Ocean and the first phase is expected to be commissioned in Dec 2024. It is a state owned port, owned by the Government of Kerala and will be operated by the Adani Group for a period of 40 years. Vizhinjam International Seaport is expected to have an impact on existing cargo movement to other ports and will cater to transshipment . The majority of containers originating from or destined for India are typically transshipped or subjected to double handling at international ports such as Colombo in Sri Lanka, Salalah in Oman, Port of Jebel Ali in Dubai and Singapore Port . Vizhinjam Seaport will primarily engage in competing with these international ports for container transshipment activities. The development of
2774-625: The city many times. When the Kotte kingdom fell to the Kingdom of Sitawaka , the Portuguese were able to control the entire coast, making the Port of Colombo their capital. That area of the city is still called " Fort ". In 1638 the Dutch empire signed a treaty with Rajasinghe II of Kandy for monopoly over the island's trade goods and in turn promising help in the Kandyan King's war effort with
2847-487: The coastal erosion. Around 300 families were living in schools and camps, and many others were staying in rented accommodation or with relatives from the time of Cyclone Ockhi . On 27 November 2022 night, A group of fisher man attacked Vizhinjam police station, After FIR Against Latin Catholic Priests. Police reported that the mob was allegedly led by the Latin Catholic church. 30 Police were injured during
2920-461: The container throughput of Nhava Sheva Harbour surpassed that of Colombo. However, in 2016 Colombo port surpassed Nhava Sheva Harbour and become the largest and busiest container port in South Asia. Sri Lanka Ports Authority owns 15% stakes each in SAGT and CICT and proposed West Container Terminal. In 2008, the port commenced a large-scale expansion project at a cost of US$ 1.2 billion, which
2993-452: The development of the port. The consortium that won the contract under Antony's tender process was denied critical security clearance by the central government. In 2006, the V.S. Achuthanandan government addressed the existing issues related to the port and resubmitted the request for clearance to the central government. However, the central government rejected the application again, citing security reasons. Subsequently, an all-party meeting
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3066-452: The environmental impact assessment study of the container port. After the landlord model was accepted by the state government, a bidding round concluded. A consortium led by Welspun was the sole eligible company for the port operator role. The Welspun Group requested a grant of about ₹ 480 crore (equivalent to ₹ 905 crore or US$ 110 million in 2023) in terms of Net Present Value over 16 years. In negotiations between
3139-407: The harbour is to be 560 m (1,840 ft) and depth of 20 m (66 ft), with harbour basin depth of 18 m (59 ft) and a 600 m (2,000 ft) turning circle. It increases the annual container handling capacity from four million TEUs to approximately twelve million TEUs. It is also able to accommodate larger container vessels, carrying around 22,000 TEUs. The first terminal
3212-485: The harbour. In 1505 the Portuguese first discovered the Port of Colombo when first arriving to the island. In an effort to protect the coast from invaders the King of Kotte at the time, Parakamabahu VIII made a treaty with the Portuguese giving them the right to trade cinnamon from the island, and receiving full authority of the coastline. The Portuguese established a trading post in the port but they soon expelled
3285-548: The inherent possibility of the project's economic rationale. The first round was granted to a Chinese company that failed to get security clearance from the centre. The second round was first awarded to Lanco Group and was then challenged in the Kerala High Court by Zoom Developers, which led to the eventual withdrawal of Lanco Group. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) acted as the transaction advisor to Vizhinjam International Seaport Limited (VISL). The IFC
3358-425: The majority of which would be capable of accommodating mother ships . A dedicated 500 m (1,600 ft) multipurpose berth has been designed for berthing luxury cruise ships. It has a container berth with a length of 800 m (2,600 ft) capable of handling up to the current largest 18,000 TEU container vessels and a container yard behind the quay length with a depth of up to 500 m (1,600 ft). There
3431-655: The multi-purpose Ashraff Quay was inaugurated, while the new Customer Service Center for LCL and breakbulk cargoes was opened in the same year. 2003 saw the Unity Container Terminal and the Colombo Port Maritime Museum open. In 2004 the Port handled 2.2 million TEUs of containerized cargo, which increased to 2.45 million TEUs in 2005. At present, the port handles 15% of transshipment cargo in South Asia . However, in early 2009,
3504-623: The need for dredging, and possesses the capability to host many of the world's massive cargo ships , including those exceeding 24,000 TEU, such as vessels of the ULCS container ships like the MSC Irina . The cruise berth under construction along the breakwater will be able to handle large cruise ships such as the Icon of the seas. The Seaport's location offers an advantage as it is situated near an international shipping channel, facilitating connections to global trade routes. When fully commissioned, it
3577-401: The next day. The Adani Ports and SEZ emerged as the sole bidder for the project and the project was awarded to Adani Ports and SEZ by Kerala Government Under Chief Minister Oommen Chandy in 2015. Steps for Land acquisition were taken by Oommen Chandy government . When the construction works began on 5 December 2015, Adani group CEO Gautam Adani stated that the first ship would berth at
3650-534: The only right to operate the port under licence for the first 40 years, and then for an additional 20 years if they builds the second phase of the project at its own expense during the first 30 years. Vizhinjam Seaport is strategically connected through a robust transportation network. National Highway NH 66, located approximately 8 kilometers from the port, runs parallel to the coastline and links key destinations including Salem, Kanyakumari, and Thiruvananthapuram. NH 66 also connects to Cochin Port via NH 66A .The NH 47
3723-444: The port on 1 September 2018, in fewer than 1,000 days. In 2017, Cyclone Okchi wreaked havoc on the region, damaging a piece of the completed breakwater. Since then, a paucity of limestone, the project's most critical raw material, has caused another delay. The port also faced constant resistance from surrounding fishing communities and Church groups, who claimed that the construction and debris hampered their ability to find fish and, as
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#17327755349493796-423: The port will be carried out in three phases, and the first phase is expected to get completed by September 2024. It is proposed to follow the landlord port model, with the intention of catering for passenger, container and other cargo shipping. Vizhinjam Seaport and Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram are two distinct facilities in Thiruvananthapuram . Vizhinjam Seaport (Port Location code: IN VZJ)
3869-442: The port. On 11 July 2024 the port welcomed its first mothership the container carrier "San Frenando". Vizhinjam , about 14 km (8.7 mi) from Kerala's capital city of Thiruvananthapuram , is only about 10 nautical miles (19 kilometres) from the international east–west shipping route connecting Western Asia, Europe, Africa and the far eastern areas of the world. It is India's first Deep Water Transshipment Terminal , and
3942-608: The port. This extensive network supports both regional and long-distance transportation. The third longest railway tunnel in India, which is under various initial approval phase at Vizhinjam will link the Vizhinjam international Seaport Thiruvananthapuram with the southern railway mainline situated in Balaramapuram, Thiruvananthapuram. The construction of this tunnel employs the New Austrian tunneling method (NATM) .This tunnel spans an 9.02 kilometers in length and reaches
4015-581: The ruling and opposition parties of having questionable dealings with the Adani group. The biggest demand of the protesters is that the construction of the port should be arrested and a proper environmental impact study should be conducted. Rehabilitation of families who lost their homes to sea erosion, effective steps to mitigate coastal erosion, financial assistance to fisherfolk on days weather warnings are issued, compensation to families of those who lose their lives in fishing accidents, subsidised kerosene, and
4088-457: The seaport, further facilitates ease of crew changes. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the port supported crew change operations for 736 mother vessels, enabling the embarkation and disembarkation of crew members. The first crew change during the trial run took place in August 2024. Upon its commissioning, the port is expected to become an important destination for bunkering and
4161-485: The southern tip of the Indian coastline provides access to various other Indian ports on both the eastern and western coasts. The port's breakwater has a height of 7.5 meters above the waterline and extending 22 meters below. The current length of breakwater is 3.1 kilometers, and will be extended to 4.5 kilometers in the final phase. The STS Super Post-Panamax crane has specifications that include an outreach of 72 meters,
4234-638: The southwestern shores on the Kelani River , it serves as an important terminal in Asia due to its strategic location in the Indian Ocean . During the 1980s, the port underwent rapid modernization with the installation of cranes , gantries and other modern-day terminal requirements. Currently with a capacity of 7 million TEUs and a depth of over 18 m (59 ft), the Colombo Harbour
4307-665: The state government and the Welspun Group, Welspun agreed to reduce the grant to 400 Crores. Kerala State Government rejected this offer because the terms of the PPP saw no economic rationale for the State Government. An Expert Appraisal Committee of the Ministry of Environment recommended clearance for the project on 3 December 2013. Tenders for construction of a breakwater , fish landing center, and port operator began
4380-609: The third-longest railway tunnel in India, presently under planning phase and due for completion in 2028. The STS Super Post-Panamax crane has an outreach of 72 meters, a back reach of 20 meters, a rail gauge of 35 meters, and a total lifting height of 74 meters. The port would include two breakwaters, as well as a harbor basin and wharfs. In phase 1, breakwater of total length 3,180 m (10,430 ft) (main breakwater 3,040 m (9,970 ft) with 140 m (460 ft) extension for fish landing harbor) will be developed. There would be approximately 10+ (2000m length overall) berths,
4453-719: The title Megaport . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Megaport&oldid=1178055988 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram The Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram ( English pronunciation: /vɪzɪnˈdʒam ˌɪntərˈnæʃənl ˈsiːpɔːt ˌtɪrʊvənənˈtɑːpʊrəm/ , VIZH-in-jam in-ter-NASH-uh-nuhl SEE-port thir-uh-vuh-nuh-thuh-PUR-uhm )
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#17327755349494526-670: The two ports, the new port is often referred to as Thiruvananthapuram Port or Trivandrum Port. Although these ports are close to each other, they serve different functions and are managed by different authorities under Kerala Government . The history of maritime trade in the area can be traced back to the second century BCE . When the Aay dynasty was defeated by the Pandyas in the 8th century A.D, it prompted their migration to Vizhinjam , located in Thiruvananthapuram . Several kings, including Chadayan Karunanthan (788 AD), Karunanthadakkkan "Srivallabha," and Vikramaditya "Varaguna" (who ruled around 884–911/920 AD), are known to have served as
4599-495: The western states. The southern coastal route ensures efficient rail connectivity to Tamil Nadu and various other regions, thereby contributing significantly to the nation's transportation infrastructure. The project received environment clearance Trivandrum International Airport is situated within 15 kilometers from Vizhinjam Seaport Thiruvananthapuram, the geographical proximity facilitates efficient passenger and air cargo transportation. The airport and seaport are both managed by
4672-399: Was accepted. However, some companies that participated in the tender process alleged that Lanco Kondapalli had connections with a Chinese company and approached the court, leading Lanco to withdraw from the tender. The initial project model was suggested as a Public Private Partnership (PPP)- Private Services model. Two rounds of bidding and tenders called under the PPP model failed because of
4745-432: Was appointed in November 2009 as the lead advisor to the port. The IFC undertook in 2009 - 2010 a series of studies and reports that recommended the state to undertake the project under the landlord model, under which the state would invest over US$ 1 billion to build the port, rather than the PPP model, under which the Private Partner would bear the cost of the port. Larsen & Toubro Infrastructure Engineering had undertaken
4818-474: Was awarded to the China Merchants Holdings (International) - Aitken Spence consortium on 16 September 2010. The new terminal is planned to be operational by first quarter 2013. The 2.4 million TEU capacity Colombo South Container Terminal, the first terminal under new expansion in the Port of Colombo is built by Colombo International Container Terminals Ltd., (CICT) , a joint venture company between China Merchants Holdings (International) Co., Ltd. (CMHI) and
4891-461: Was closed down. In 1991, then-ports minister M. V. Raghavan laid the groundwork for the port project. The initial preparations to start a port at Vizhinjam were undertaken in 1991 by the K Karunakaran government in Kerala. E. K Nayanar government also took forward the project. The A.K. Antony government , which came to power in Kerala, entered into tender proceedings. An MoU was signed by State government and Kumar Engineering Corporation for
4964-434: Was commissioned, and the Oluvil Maritime Training Center opened also in 1999. The South Asia Gateway Terminal began operations, and a new 50 thousand DWT berth was constructed. A third berth at Galle Regional Port was started in 2000, while the Peliyagoda Container Freight Station was opened. The second phase of the North Pier development started, and the port opened a one-stop documentation center opened its doors. In 2002,
5037-400: Was convened, and new tender proceedings were initiated. As part of this process, an investors' meet was organized to attract investors for the port's construction. Various countries officially participated in this meet. A company based in Andhra Pradesh, Lanco Group, submitted a bid (negative tender) offering continuous profit to the state at a lower amount than the government had set. This bid
5110-409: Was created by the British in the Port of Colombo in an effort to teach the local population self-governance. The Colombo Municipal Council was practically the Legislative Council of Ceylon , meeting for the first time in 1866. In 1912, the Port was converted into a sheltered harbour, and the Colombo Port Commission was established in 1913. Much of the city was planned during the British occupation of
5183-433: Was created in 1980. The harbour underwent a major transformation to handle containerised cargo in the early 1980s, with two being built by the end of the 1980s and three more in the early 1990s. Due to this, and its strategic location amidst trade routes, the port became more attractive to main line shipping than any other port in the region. After the introduction of private sector operators, it consolidated its position as
5256-473: Was founded in 1946. All of the data acquired from the surveys conducted by survey team was forwarded to Britain and the then-government . By the time Travancore and Kochi merged, India had gained independence and the regal regime had given way to democracy. In Thiru-Kochi, the idea that there is no need for a new port to challenge the existing Kochi port gained traction and the Vizhinjam Port office
5329-561: Was the Dewan of Travancore during the reign of Dharma Raja Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma . The idea for a modern port at Vizhinjam was first mooted by C. P. Ramaswami Iyer , while he was the Diwan of erstwhile Travancore state . A survey was carried out in the 1940s, but the initial foundations of the port were conceived about fifty years later. In the later stages, Eliyas John, along with Vizhinjam Mother Port Action Committee initiated
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