Pipavav Port in Gujarat declared most efficient Indian port

APM Terminals Pipavav in Gujarat, one of the leading Gateway ports in Western India, has emerged as India’s most efficient port for the second consecutive year in the Global Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) 2022 rankings published by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence.

Mundra Port in Private sector and Kandla Port in public sector in Gujarat are the largest ports in the country in terms of volume of cargo handled in any given year.

With an impressive total of 119.04 points, it has secured the 30th position globally in the CPPI rankings. The CPPI serves as a comprehensive benchmark that assesses container port performance worldwide, providing valuable insights to industry stakeholders, including national governments, port authorities, operators, development agencies, trade and logistics entities.

APM Terminals Pipavav stands out for its customer-centric approach, streamlined EX-IM processes and unwavering focus on productivity and safety. These distinctive qualities have contributed to the port’s exceptional performance and reputation.

Mr Girish Aggarwal, Managing Director of APM Terminals Pipavav, expressed his delight with the port’s ranking and performance: “Being recognised as India’s most efficient port underscores our commitment to serve our customers and offer them superior experience through our robust infrastructure, excellent connectivity   via rail & road and catering customers’ dynamic supply chain needs through our agile yet safe operations. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued customers and partners for their continued trust in our services and infrastructure. Their trust fuels our drive to continually surpass expectations and provide seamless trade experiences.”

APM Terminals Pipavav demonstrated its customer-centricity and infrastructure capabilities by securing new services and partnerships, such as the ‘Shaheen Express’ and ‘JADE Express’, further enhancing its connectivity and transshipment hub status.

Sustainability remained a top priority, with APM Terminals Pipavav committing to become net-zero by 2040 and reducing emissions by 70% by 2030.