Paradip Port Sets New Single-Day Coal Loading Record at 1,40,022 MT

Summary

Paradip Port Authority (PPA) recorded its highest-ever single-day coal loading of 1,40,022 metric tonnes (MT) at its Mechanised Coal Handling Plant (MCHP) on 10 October 2026. The cargo was loaded across two vessels, M.V. APJ Indrani and M.V. Ripley Pinnacle, surpassing the previous record of 1,37,500 MT set in May 2022 by 2,522 MT.

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Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has established a new single-day coal loading record at its Mechanised Coal Handling Plant (MCHP), handling 1,40,022 metric tonnes (MT) on 10 October 2026.

The cargo was loaded onto two vessels, M.V. APJ Indrani and M.V. Ripley Pinnacle. The latest achievement surpassed the previous record of 1,37,500 MT, recorded on 29 May 2022 during loading operations involving M.V. Arethousa and M.V. ISL Star. The new benchmark represents an increase of 2,522 MT over the earlier record.

Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson of Paradip Port Authority, congratulated the workers, officers and personnel associated with MCHP on the achievement. He acknowledged their coordination and efforts in improving cargo-handling productivity.

The record demonstrates the handling capacity of the mechanised facility and the role of coordinated cargo operations in supporting port productivity. As a major port on India’s eastern coast, Paradip handles bulk cargo that supports the country’s industrial, trade and logistics requirements.

The port authority continues to focus on improving infrastructure utilisation, streamlining cargo movement and enhancing operational efficiency. Increased loading rates can contribute to more efficient vessel operations, although overall turnaround times also depend on factors such as berthing schedules and cargo logistics.

The latest milestone adds to Paradip Port’s operational record as it continues to develop its cargo-handling infrastructure and strengthen its role in India’s maritime trade network.

FAQs

1. What coal loading record did Paradip Port achieve?

Paradip Port Authority handled 1,40,022 metric tonnes of coal in a single day at its Mechanised Coal Handling Plant on 10 October 2026.

2. Which vessels were involved in the record coal loading?

The coal was loaded onto M.V. APJ Indrani and M.V. Ripley Pinnacle.

3. What was Paradip Port’s previous single-day coal loading record?

The previous record was 1,37,500 MT, achieved on 29 May 2022 during loading operations involving M.V. Arethousa and M.V. ISL Star.

4. By how much did the new record exceed the previous benchmark?

The new record exceeded the previous benchmark by 2,522 MT.

5. Which facility achieved the record?

The record was achieved by the Mechanised Coal Handling Plant (MCHP) of Paradip Port Authority in Odisha.