Chennai Port Offers Up To 80% Wharfage Relief For Non-Container Cargo

Chennai Port Authority has announced wharfage concessions of up to 80% for non-containerised cargo in a bid to attract more cargo volumes and improve utilisation at the port. The move is intended to make handling of bulk and break-bulk cargo more competitive against other ports and logistics routes.

The concession is expected to support cargo segments that do not move in containers, helping traders reduce port-related costs and encouraging wider use of Chennai for conventional cargo flows. It also reflects the port’s push to strengthen its position in the evolving east coast logistics market.

The incentive is likely to benefit importers, exporters and shipping lines handling commodities that depend on specialised cargo handling rather than container movement. By lowering wharfage charges, the port aims to improve cargo throughput and maintain competitiveness amid rising pressure from alternative gateways.