JNPA handles record 7.3 million TEUs cargo in FY 2024-25

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA)scaled new heights in FY 2024-25, achieving a record-breaking 7.3 million TEUs in container throughput, reflecting a year of exceptional progress with a growth of 13.55% compared to the previous Financial Year. Emphasising JNPA’s forward-thinking strategies during the stakeholders’ meeting which was followed by celebration, Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairman, JNPA, and CMD, VPPL stated, “JNPA’s record handling of 7.3 million TEUs in FY 2024-25 reflects its evolution as a model port, setting benchmarks in efficiency, sustainability, and global competitiveness. The numbers reflect more than just volume; they speak of the hard work put in across terminals, the trust of our trade partners, and the seamless coordination that keeps India’s gateway port running. As a frontrunner in port-led development, JNPA’s terminal operators continue to integrate cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices, ensuring seamless trade facilitation.”

Highlights of FY 2024-2025:

• BMCT achieved record handling of 222,201 TEUs and 2.27 million TEUs in March 2025 and FY 2025, respectively, which is the highest ever container handling by any terminal.
• APMT once again retained a 2 million TEUs terminal position by handling 2.08 million TEUs
• BMCT, APMT, and NSFT have recorded the highest throughputs of their year.
• NSDT achieved record handling of Cement & Steel, i.e 1.8 million tonnes and 0.45 Million Tonnes respectively
• BMCT started Phase-2 operations from 5th February 2025.
• The highest rail volume of 1,078,315 TEUs was handled, surpassing the previous volume of 1,076,152 TEUs
• JJLTPL commenced operations for the Liquid Terminal at LB-3 & LB-4 from 05th Nov 2024

Centralized Parking Plaza (CPP) achieved the highest ever handling of 1,05,850 TEUs in March 2025, surpassing the previous handling of 98,249 TEUs in March 2023. The stakeholders’ meeting at JNPA brought together key players from the port and logistics ecosystem to celebrate this achievement. Attendees included JN Port’s terminal operators—BMCT, DP World, APMT, BPCL, NSFT, NSDT, and JJLTPL—along with representatives from trade bodies such as CSLA, MANSA, CFSAI, and BCBA. Beyond the celebration, the meeting provided a platform for exchanging insights, discussing innovative approaches, and outlining future strategies to enhance operational efficiency and promote sustainable growth.

Discussions during the stakeholders’ meeting were about planning future strategies —how JNPA can build on this momentum and address the evolving needs of the sector.