What is vizag port?

Visakhapatnam Port is one of the major ports in India located in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as Vizag port and was commissioned in 1933. It is an all-weather, deep-water port that operates 24 hours a day, throughout the year. It is situated on the east coast of India and has a natural harbor surrounded by hills.

The port has 24 berths that can accommodate both cargo and passenger vessels. It handles a wide range of cargo, including iron ore, coal, fertilizer, petroleum products, and containerized cargo.

The port is equipped with modern facilities such as container terminal, multipurpose terminal, dry dock, and a liquid cargo terminal. It also has a dedicated berth for handling crude oil and petroleum products. The port is a major contributor to the economic development of the region and handles a significant portion of India's international trade.

In recent years, the port has undertaken various modernization projects to enhance its capacity and efficiency. It has also initiated several environmental and community development initiatives in and around its vicinity.