First export ship departs Vizhinjam for Spain
The Vizhinjam International Seaport has successfully dispatched its first export ship to Valencia, Spain. This milestone marks the beginning of full-fledged international cargo operations for the port.
Why it matters
The development of the Vizhinjam port is a significant step in enhancing India's maritime trade infrastructure and global connectivity.
After the launch of the full-fledged land-based export-import (EXIM) cargo operations at Vizhinjam International Seaport on August 18, the first ship exporting cargo sourced from the State has commenced its voyage to Valencia, Spain. According to port authorities, MSC Beryl , carrying the first eight export containers from Vizhinjam seaport, started its voyage to Valencia on Tuesday (September 1, 2026).
The vessel, part of MSC ’s Himalaya service, is expected to berth at Valencia in approximately 20 days, marking another step forward in strengthening Vizhinjam’s direct international export connectivity. Two export containers were from Thiruvananthapuram, while six containers brought from Kochi by road to Vizhinjam were also part of the voyage.
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