Ahmedabad, April 1: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) announced on Wednesday that it has surpassed a historic milestone of handling 500 million tons of cargo.
Founded in 1998 with a vision for port development, the company now boasts a network of 19 ports and terminals across India and abroad. APSEZ plays a crucial role in strengthening India’s trade, industrial growth, and global competitiveness.
Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, stated, “Ports are not just gateways for trade; they are also doors to a nation’s confidence, competitiveness, and future. I am grateful to our customers, partners, and every member of the APSEZ family whose dedication and trust made this achievement possible.”
He also expressed gratitude to the central and state governments for their commitment to policies and infrastructure that have laid a strong foundation for APSEZ.
This achievement marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and showcases the power of infrastructure-based development in India. It is not merely a number but a testament to the creation of a robust and modern logistics platform.
Gautam Adani emphasized that crossing the 500 million ton mark reflects the company’s long-standing trust in India’s development journey. He noted that APSEZ has not only built ports but also developed a strong logistics system integrated with rail, road, trucking, warehousing, and cargo networks.
The journey to reach 500 million tons has been remarkable. The company took 16 years to reach its first 100 million tons, but subsequent milestones were achieved at an accelerated pace, demonstrating the company’s increasing capacity and efficiency.
With this achievement, APSEZ is now rapidly moving towards its next major target of handling 1 billion tons of cargo by 2030.
Currently, the company operates 15 major ports and terminals along India’s western, southern, and eastern coasts. It also manages a marine fleet of 127 vessels, 12 multi-modal logistics parks, 3.1 million square feet of warehousing, and a network of over 25,000 trucks.
APSEZ aims to contribute even more significantly to India’s economic progress by providing world-class infrastructure and services in the future.
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