Coal, iron ore, fertiliser, petroleum and project cargo make up the bulk of what moves through Haldia, eastern India's leading freight port and the high-volume arm of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP Kolkata). The complex handled 49.54 million tonnes in FY 2023/24, its highest ever, spread across dry-bulk, liquid-bulk, container and multipurpose berths. Three oil jetties (HOJ I–III) provide around 10.7 million tonnes of annual liquid capacity, while a two-berth container terminal with 432 m of quay handles roughly 100,000 TEU – modest by container-hub standards. As a tidal river port on the Hooghly, Haldia faces draught limits and silting that cap vessel size, so larger boxes often tranship via feeders. Rail and road corridors link the port to West Bengal, eastern India's industrial belt and the landlocked markets of Nepal and Bhutan. For forwarders it is a primary gateway for bulk, tanker and breakbulk consignments rather than deep-sea container traffic. Cargo needing greater draught or container scale is better routed via Visakhapatnam or Paradip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Haldia Port?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Haldia Port is IN HAL. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Haldia Port located?▼
The port of Haldia Port is located in India (Bay of Bengal; Indian Ocean).
What is the size of the port Haldia Port?▼
Haldia Port is a Very Small harbor of type River (Natural).
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