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Mar
24

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #10

Underground railways gets green light while we count down to the promised EXIM cargo facility. MSC's Jade, Dragon and Africa Exp - all called at TRV!
3 min read
Mar
17

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #09

Trivandrum port (west) has overtaken East coast terminals with 78,833 TEUs. Jade service 3rd vessel MSC Amelia bound to TRV.
3 min read
Mar
10

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #08

TRV outpaced Chennai with 78,833 TEU in February, but Colombo's 525,768 transhipment containers reveal our true competition. With $725M in investments and growing vessel traffic, TRV's sights are set beyond India's shores.
4 min read
Mar
03

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #07

How does a 154-year-old German family logistics business stay ahead? The appointment of Madhav Kurup to Hellmann's top table prompted MotherPort News to uncover a compelling story of family business, global trade, and the shifting balance of economic power.
7 min read
Feb
24

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #06

The CMA CGM Verdi diverted to Trivandrum Port for emergency medical care, highlighting the need for a dedicated "Port Ambulance." Trivandrum saves 14 days on shipping routes compared to Chennai and Kochi. The MSC Mia will call on March 4th, marking a new era for mega vessels at TRV
3 min read
Feb
16

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #05

Trivandrum Port gains momentum as Red Sea routes reopen. MSC Mia 22,000 TEU vessel arrives March, while new African connections and 17 scheduled vessels this week signal growing maritime activity.
2 min read
Feb
12
Premier motherport location offers a unique shipbuilding solution!

Premier motherport location offers a unique shipbuilding solution!

The proposed Trivandrum Shipyard in Kerala presents a compelling case for investment due to its proximity to the Port of Trivandrum and also the presence of an engineering and manufacturing ecosystem close to the proposed site. John and Prateesh delve into the details.
11 min read
Feb
09

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #04

3rd February 2025 - 9th February 2025 Irina Arrives! The Adani website currently lists 35 vessels scheduled to arrive at
2 min read
Feb
03

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #03

27th January 2025 - 2nd February 2025 Snippets from Vizhinjam Conclave CEO Adani Ports (Pranav Choudhary) Although the nameplate capacity
2 min read
Jan
27

Weekly Exclusive Report from Trivandrum Port, Kerala - Issue #02

20th ­ January to 26th January 2025 1. Vizhinjam Conclave Commences As Trivandrum Motherport prepares for its commissioning, the Kerala government
4 min read