JNPA handles record 5.68m TEUs in FY 2021-22

The total traffic handled at JNPA during April-March 2021-22 is 76 million tonnes, which is 17.26 per cent higher compared to 64.81 million tonnes for the same period last year.

In terms of TEUs, out of the total container traffic handled at JNPA during FY 2021-22, 1,244,694 TEUs were handled at BMCT (Bharat Mumbai Container Terminals Private Limited); 1,186,181 TEUs at NSIGT (Nhava Sheva International Gateway Terminal); 1,865,587 TEUs at APMT; 947,887 TEUs at NSICT (Nhava Sheva International Container Terminal)  and 440,210 TEUs at JNPCT (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Container Terminal). During FY 2021-22, JNPA handled 6,278 container rakes and 1,007,667 TEUs compared to 6,092 rakes and 921,512 TEUs in the previous year. Also, during FY 2021-22 two container terminals, ie, NSIGT and BMCT, crossed 1 million TEU mark for first time by handling 1.186 million TEUs and 1.245 million TEUs, recording annual growth of 52.12 per cent and 33.39 per cent, respectively.

“JNPA’s exceptional performance of handling 5.68 million TEUs during FY 2021-22 is a token of port’s consistent efforts and commitment to providing best services to our clients and stakeholders. I would like to congratulate all the employees and stakeholders for their constant support in achieving these remarkable achievements. JNPA is committed to its role in maintaining the nation’s economic growth trajectory,” Sanjay Sethi, chairman, JNPA, said.

The new benchmark set by JNPA portrays the port’s substantial progress in the Exim trade, maritime, and port sectors. JNPA strives to consistently enhance its operational efficiency by maintaining global standards and serving as the port of choice for the world.