The Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport on the Arabian Sea coast at Trivandrum,Kerala.
Vizhinjam is a natural port.
Importance of Vizhinjam:
Located on the southern tip of the Indian Peninsula.
Just 10 nautical miles from the major international sea route and east-west shipping axis.
Natural water depth of more than 20 m within a nautical mile from the coast and can easily accommodate ships with displacements of up to 300,000 tons.
The Vizhinjam port is likely to play a pivotal role in the maritime development of the country and Kerala.
The commissioning of the port is expected to leverage the growth of 17 minor ports in the State along with creating thousands of employment opportunities.
Ports of Colombo, Singapore and Dubai might face serious competition from Vizhinjam port.
It is estimated that India could save more than a 100 million U.S dollars a year in terms of foreign exchange.
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