Ahmedabad, September 2: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) announced on Wednesday that it handled 5 million metric tons of cargo in August 2026. This marks a significant annual growth of 19%.
The company stated that this is the highest cargo handled in a single month, showcasing the capacity of its national and international ports.
The increase in cargo transportation was driven by a 25% rise in dry cargo and a 15% increase in container volume on a year-over-year basis.
APSEZ highlighted that this performance reflects the success of its diverse growth strategy, particularly due to the substantial increase in container volume from transshipment operations in Vizhinjam and Colombo.
As of August, APSEZ has handled 23.44 million metric tons of cargo this year, which is 16% more than the previous year. This growth is attributed to a 17% increase in dry cargo and a 15% rise in containers.
The company noted that this impressive monthly performance will help APSEZ accelerate towards its goal of handling 100 million metric tons of cargo annually by fiscal year 2031.
Following this announcement, APSEZ shares saw a rise on the BSE. The stock climbed by 1.61% or ₹27 per share, reaching an intraday high of ₹1,674 by 1:20 PM.
APSEZ’s stock has touched a 52-week high of ₹1,891.80 and a low of ₹1,293.10. Over the past decade, the stock has surged by over 500%, with an increase of nearly 120% in the last five years. In the last three years and one year, it has provided returns of 100% and 24%, respectively.
Additionally, the company is strengthening its presence in the liquid cargo sector while also rapidly advancing in the dry cargo segment.
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