The vessel, APJ Karan 2, is scheduled to make its
maiden voyage to Port
Blair in March.
The service will
operate with regular scheduled departures from Kolkata, catering to a broad
spectrum of cargo requirements. The initiative aims to strengthen maritime
connectivity and enhance the logistics infrastructure for the region.
Last Sept, Apeejay
Shipping announced the acquisition of two Kamsarmax bulk carriers — APJ Priya 2
and APJ Priti 2. These refurbished vessels, built in Japan and equipped with
advanced scrubber technology, were inducted into the company’s operations in
July and Aug 2025.