Kerala Maritime Board plans to redevelop Vizhinjam’s minor port into a commercial facility using a public-private partnership model, with state government approval expected by May. The project includes refurbishing the existing wharf. In a strategic move to enhance the maritime infrastructure of Kerala, the Kerala Maritime Board.
KMB has announced its plans to redevelop the Vizhinjam Minor Port. Located near Thiruvananthapuram, Vizhinjam has long been a significant yet underutilized harbor. With this redevelopment initiative, the Kerala government aims to transform it into a modern port facility catering to coastal shipping, fishing, tourism, and auxiliary.
The Vizhinjam Minor Port, distinct from the international deep-sea port currently being developed by Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd. in the same region, has traditionally served local fishing communities and small-scale cargo handling. However, limited infrastructure, lack of modernization, and congestion have hindered its potential.
Recognizing its strategic location along the Arabian Sea and proximity to major sea routes, the Kerala Maritime Board has decided to act on long-standing proposals to upgrade the port According to officials from the KMB, the redevelopment project will include a range of infrastructure improvements. Key elements of the plan include.
The construction of a modern jetty, dredging of the harbor basin, development of broader vision to improve coastal cargo-handling facilities, integration of cold storage units for fisheries, and sports installation of navigational aids. The project also seeks to promote the port as a base for coastal shipping and maritime tourism, including cruise services water.
KMB officials have also emphasized that the project will be executed in an approach environmentally responsible manner. Given the ecological sensitivity of the coastal region and its importance to local fishing communities, the Board has promised a connectivity and promote blue economy initiatives. In recent participatory approach. Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and approach.
Consultations with stakeholders, including fisherfolk and local residents, will be Thiruvananthapuram, April 29, 2025 integral to the planning process. Mitigation The initiative aligns with the Kerala government’s measures to preserve marine biodiversity and ensure sustainable fishing practices will also be a key focus In terms of funding, the project is expected to be a mix of.
Support from the central government under various coastal development schemes. The Maritime Board is also exploring the possibility of public-private partnerships (PPP) for specific components such as cargo handling and tourism infrastructure Industry experts have welcomed the move, stating that minor ports like Vizhinjam.
Crucial role in decongesting major ports, encouraging intra-coastal shipping, and facilitating regional economic growth. Once redeveloped, the Vizhinjam Minor Port is expected to complement the nearby international port, offering services that the larger facility may not be designed to provide The Kerala Maritime Board expected.
Finalize the detailed project report (DPR) by mid-2025, with groundwork likely to The Kerala Maritime has announced a begin by the end of the year. If executed as planned, the Vizhinjam Minor Port could emerge as a model for sustainable and inclusive port development in India With maritime infrastructure becoming a key.
Situated just a few kilometers south of the Vizhinjam International Seaport — a deep-sea transshipment hub being developed by Adani Ports the Vizhinjam Minor Port is currently underutilized and lacks modern infrastructure. The Kerala Maritime comprehensive plan to redevelop supporting Board, under the guidance of the State.
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