Vizhinjam International Seaport (Phase 1)
A deep-water seaport in Kerala close to a major international shipping route.
Project at a glance
| Location | Vizhinjam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
|---|---|
| Owner / agency | Government of Kerala (Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd) with a PPP concessionaire |
| Completed / opened | 2025 |
| Sector | Ports |
| Natural depth | nearly 20 m |
| Cost (official) | About ₹8,800 crore for Phase 1 (PIB) |
Construction technology used
Construction details will be added once each one is confirmed by two official sources.
Key facts
- Dedicated to the nation on 2 May 2025.
- Natural deep draft of nearly 20 m.
Learn the engineering behind it
- Breakwaters · Ports and Harbours
- Container terminal planning · Ports and Harbours
- Wharves and jetties · Ports and Harbours
- Waves and tides · Ports and Harbours
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Sources
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Author: Indiacon. Last reviewed 24 Oct 2026. Educational summary; not an official project document.