Thermal coal, fertiliser, copper concentrate, food grains and a growing stream of containers move across the quays of V.O. Chidambaranar Port, still widely known by its earlier name Tuticorin. In financial year 2024/25 the port handled 41.72 million tonnes of cargo and roughly 795,000 TEU, making it one of southern India's busiest government-run ports. Container traffic is split between several operators, including PSA SICAL, the Dakshin Bharat Gateway Terminal and the Tuticorin International Container Terminal commissioned in 2024, whose berth offers about 14.2 m draft for vessels up to 10,000 TEU. Combined box capacity is close to 1.6 million TEU a year, giving carriers a credible alternative to Chennai on the east coast. Inland distribution runs over the national highways around Madurai and over rail links into the southern Tamil Nadu interior. Indian Customs maintains a custom house at the port for import and export clearance, while many boxes also route as transshipment via Colombo. For forwarders with cargo originating in or destined for the far south, Tuticorin is frequently the shorter call. Shippers needing higher deep-sea frequency may additionally weigh Cochin (Vallarpadam ICTT) or Colombo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Tuticorin?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Tuticorin is IN TUT. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Tuticorin located?▼
The port of Tuticorin is located in India (Palk Strait; Indian Ocean).
What is the size of the port Tuticorin?▼
Tuticorin is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Breakwater).
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