Adani Ports, which happens to be one of the biggest port operators globally, has recently recorded the highest cargo volume of 450 MMT in FY25. The Mundra Port which happens to be one of the largest and the most vital ports in the world has been leading the growth journey for Adani Group’s port business. The financial year FY24-25 was marked by multiple extraordinary performances across the Mundra port’s operations. This reflects the port’s continuous growth in bulk cargo and containerised cargo handling capacity. It will also allow the global conglomerate to earn enhanced revenue from its port business post the controversies of the Adani Crisis.
Adani’s Extraordinary Growth In Cargo Handling Capacity
Adani Port and Special Economic Zone Limited has reported an overall cargo handling volume of 450 million metric tons in the 2024-25 fiscal year. This signifies a new milestone for the Adani Group’s port business. It is also an extraordinary achievement for the domestic maritime industry. Furthermore, the Mundra Port became the first Indian port to record an annual cargo volume of 200 MMT in a single financial year.
This milestone not only highlights the extraordinary position that the Mundra Port holds in the port sector but it also enhances the Adani Group’s presence as one of the key players in the Indian maritime and logistics ecosystem. The port has also emerged as the nation’s premier trade gateway. It has also set an unprecedented national record with its extraordinary cargo-carrying capacity. This extraordinary move has also helped the Adani Group in putting aside the controversies of the Adani Crisis.
The Various Records Created In The Fiscal Year 2024-25
The fiscal year 2024-25 was adorned with multiple record-breaking performances across the Mundra port’s operations. This reflects its continuous growth journey The AICTPL Terminal docked 33.05 lakh containers. This surpassed its previous high of 31.49 lakh containers which was recorded in the previous year. The proposed liquid cargo handling reached 8.73 MM. This is the highest since FY 2010 to 2011. It also highlights the growing demand for petroleum products and other liquid commodities.
Beyond cargo handling, the Mundra Port also recorded extraordinary results in railway and inland logistics operations. The port’s SPRH throughput reached 16.17 lakh containers. This allowed it to set a new operational benchmark for itself. The Mundra Port’s railway services operated 20,578 trains. This allowed it to exceed the previous record of 20,149 trains. It also ensured smooth cargo movement to the hinterlands.
The Mundra Port’s West Basin operations played a vital role in achieving the 200 MMT milestone. It allowed the port to deliver extraordinary performances. The port also dispatched 59 rakes in a single month. This caused it to break its previous record of 52 rates in September 2024. March 2025 witnessed the port handling 3.76 MMT of cargo. This is the highest in a single month for the fiscal year. Adani Mundra Port’s success is an extraordinary journey in Adani Port’s history.
The Various Obstacles Faced By The Port
Even amidst the challenges in global trade and the ongoing Adani Crisis, the port succeeded in achieving extraordinary outcomes from its business. The port overcame various obstacles including geographical tensions in some of the key regions and challenges due to rising tariffs that further disrupted trade flows. The supply chain disruptions also resulted in economic instability and ongoing conflicts. However, even with these hurdles, the Adani Group was able to ensure that its business operations were carried out smoothly.
The global business group was also able to achieve the maximum outcome from its investment. This further highlights APSEZ’s stronger presence in the port sector. The port’s success has also offered it enhanced resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity. This highlights the Adani Group’s extraordinary presence in the Indian port sector. With this step, the Adani Group has been able to take its port business to new heights. The group’s business profitability also increased.
Conclusion
With the Mundra Port achieving extraordinary outcomes, the Indian port sector is all set to experience an extraordinary boost. It will also allow the business group to earn an extraordinary return from its investment.
