Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez is a Port Based Zone located in Thiruvananthapuram, India, established in 2015, regulated by the Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL), a Government of Kerala Undertaking.
Key Facts
| Type | Port Based Zone |
|---|---|
| Location | Thiruvananthapuram, India |
| Year Established | 2015 |
| Area | 200 hectares |
| Companies | 250 |
| Governing Authority | Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL), a Government of Kerala Undertaking |
| Status | active |
Investment Incentives
Strategic location, natural deep draft requiring minimal dredging, capacity for ultra-large container ships, transshipment hub for Indian and regional cargo, benefits under Special Economic Zones Act, 2005 (specific tax and regulatory benefits not publicly detailed in available documents)
Sector Focus
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez hosts businesses specialising in Logistics and Transportation.
About Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez
The Vizhinjam International Transhipment Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport is an ambitious project by the Government of Kerala, designed primarily for container transhipment, multi-purpose, and break bulk cargo. It operates on a Public Private Partnership (DBFOT) model with Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited as the concessionaire. Its strategic location near international shipping routes and natural deep draft allows it to host ultra-large container ships, positioning it as a global transshipment hub for Indian and regional cargo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of zone is Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez?
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez is a Port Based Zone.
Where is Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez located?
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez is located in Thiruvananthapuram, India.
When was Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez established?
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez was established in 2015.
Who regulates Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez?
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez is regulated by the Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL), a Government of Kerala Undertaking.
What sectors operate in Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez?
Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez hosts businesses in Logistics and Transportation.
What are the investment incentives at Vizinjam Port of Trivandrum Sez?
Strategic location, natural deep draft requiring minimal dredging, capacity for ultra-large container ships, transshipment hub for Indian and regional cargo, benefits under Special Economic Zones Act, 2005 (specific tax and regulatory benefits not publicly detailed in available documents)