Indian Ports, Cargo Specialization & Shipping Lines for Exporters
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Complete guide to Indian ports, their cargo specialization, and major shipping lines for exporters. Plan sea shipments efficiently with Singh International Xpress, Amritsar.
📦 Introduction
India has 12 major ports and over 200 minor ports, strategically located along the west (Arabian Sea) and east (Bay of Bengal) coasts. Each port has cargo specialization, and knowing which shipping line operates there can save time and cost for exporters.
Singh International Xpress provides door-to-port and port-to-destination services, helping businesses in Punjab and across India ship efficiently.
⚓ Major Indian Ports and Their Cargo Specialization
| Port | State | Cargo Specialization | Major Shipping Lines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kandla (Deendayal) | Gujarat | Containers, Petroleum, Oil | Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM |
| Mundra | Gujarat | Coal, Containers, Bulk | Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) | Maharashtra | Containers, General Cargo | Maersk, MSC, ONE, COSCO |
| Mumbai Port | Maharashtra | General Cargo, Bulk | MSC, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Dighi Port | Maharashtra | Bulk Cargo, Containers | MSC, CMA CGM |
| Chennai Port | Tamil Nadu | Automobiles, Containers, Bulk | Maersk, CMA CGM |
| Ennore (Kamarajar) | Tamil Nadu | Coal, Automobiles, Containers | Maersk, MSC |
| Tuticorin (V.O. Chidambaranar) | Tamil Nadu | Fertilizers, Coal, Containers | CMA CGM, Maersk |
| Cochin Port | Kerala | Containers, Bulk, Cruise | Maersk, MSC |
| Mormugao | Goa | Iron Ore, Coal, General Cargo | MSC, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Visakhapatnam | Andhra Pradesh | Iron Ore, Coal, Containers | Maersk, CMA CGM |
| Krishnapatnam | Andhra Pradesh | Multi-purpose, Containers | MSC, COSCO |
| Paradip | Odisha | Iron Ore, Coal, Bulk Cargo | Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Dhamra | Odisha | Bulk Cargo, General Cargo | MSC, CMA CGM |
| Kolkata / Haldia | West Bengal | Containers, Jute, Bulk | Maersk, ONE |
✅ Tips for Exporters
Choose the port closest to your city – reduces inland transport cost.
Check cargo specialization – ensures smooth handling.
Select a reliable shipping line – faster transit and secure cargo.
Understand CBM and volumetric weight – avoid extra charges.
Use a trusted logistics partner – for door-to-port, documentation, and tracking.
📞 Singh International Xpress – Your Export Partner
We provide full-service sea and air cargo solutions, helping exporters in Amritsar, Punjab and other cities with:
CBM calculation & volumetric weight
Chargeable weight calculation
Container selection & shipping line coordination
Door-to-port and port-to-destination services
Contact Us:
🌐 www.singhxpress.com
📱 +91 96465 55522 | +91 79867 01081
🏢 Amritsar, Punjab
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