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Mangaluru: NMPA records major milestone with arrival of 40,000th ship

  •   Fri, Mar 27 2026 08:04:29 AM

Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Mar 27: New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) achieved a historic milestone on March 26, as it welcomed the 40,000th ship to call at the port since its inception.

The landmark vessel, an LPG tanker named MT Apollo Ocean, arrived at berth number 13 at approximately 4 pm. To mark the significant occasion, NMPA deputy chairperson S Shanthi officially welcomed the ship and felicitated its captain in the presence of senior port officials.

MT Apollo Ocean is scheduled to discharge 16,000 metric tonnes of LPG. According to an official release, the arrival of this vessel underscores the vital role the port plays in meeting the regional industrial and domestic energy requirements.

The achievement of hosting 40,000 ships reflects the consistent growth and operational efficiency of the New Mangalore Port Authority, further solidifying its position as the premier gateway to the west coast of India.

 

 

 

 
  

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  • Bobato Charlie, Mangalore

    Fri, Mar 27 2026

    The Mangalore Harbour Project was set up in the year 1962. The maritime works on the project commenced in 1968. New Mangalore Port, Karnataka's only major port, was declared the 9th major port in India on May 4, 1974, and inaugurated by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on January 11, 1975.

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  • Kiran Poojary, Bengaluru/Mangaluru

    Fri, Mar 27 2026

    We thank Janardhana Poojary for establishing NMPL in Mangalore

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  • Suresh, Mangalore

    Fri, Mar 27 2026

    He was first MP in 1977 by which time the port was already operational. Thank U Srinivas Mallia and others like VS Kudva.Kanara Chamber who were working on its establishment since 1950s.

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