Today a golden chapter has been added to the sea map of India. World’s largest container ship, MSC IrinaMonday morning from Kerala Vijinjam International Cipport But for the first time anchored. This is a proud moment for not only India but for the whole of South Asia. This historical ship is about to stay in Vijinjam till Tuesday.
What is special in MSc Irina?
MSC Irina There is a moving city in itself. Its total capacity 24,346 Teus (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit) It is, that is, this ship can carry more than 24 thousand containers simultaneously. the length of 399.9 m And width 61.3 m Is – It is close to a FIFA football ground 4 times tall Is. Container in ship Up to 26 tier Can be stacked on each other.
The ship was launched in March 2023 and set out on its first visit in April 2023. The special thing is that this ship is not only huge, but also environmentally friendly – installed in it Energy-service features To its carbon emissions Reduce up to 4%Which is a big step towards green shipping.
New door to Asia-Europe Business
MSC Irina especially Container transport between Asia and Europe Is designed for. Its arrival at Vijinjam port is an indication that India now Ultra-Large container vessels (ulcVs) In terms of handling, stand in the world’s top ports.
New identity of Vijinjam Port
Prime Minister Narendra Modi On May 2, Vijinjam International Cottage was dedicated to the nation. Since then this port has been continuously strengthening its identity in global shipping. Msc türkiye And MSc Michel Cappellini For example, icon-class ships have also recently launched here.
Now MSC Irina The presence of this port has shines on the international sea map.
Adani Ports & Sez: Marine Future of India
Operation of Vijinjam Port Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (Apsez) Is doing – which is the largest port operator in India. It has a total of 15 ports on both coasts of India and it is the total port volume of the country 27% Handles
Adani Group Now not only in India, Colombo of Sri Lanka, Haifa in Israel and Dar S Salaam of Tanzania For example, international ports are also registering their presence.
It is clear from these efforts that India is now not only making itself self -sufficient, but is also playing an important role in the global logistics network.
