Kolkata's Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Sets New Cargo Handling Record
In a significant operational achievement, the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata (SMPK) has handled an impressive 64 million tonnes (MT) of cargo between April 2025 and February 2026. This milestone surpasses the total traffic of 63.9 MT recorded during the entire 2024-25 fiscal year, marking a notable advancement in the port's performance and capacity.
Sustained Growth and Enhanced Efficiency
The Kolkata Port Trust has announced that the port exceeded last year's overall cargo throughput with one month still remaining in the current fiscal period. This accomplishment underscores the sustained growth momentum and enhanced operational efficiency at SMPK. The success is attributed to strong collaboration among stakeholders across the maritime trade ecosystem, which has fostered a more streamlined and productive environment.
Notable Growth Across Both Dock Systems
The record-breaking cargo throughput was driven by substantial growth at both of the port's dock systems during the April 2025 to February 2026 period.
- Kolkata Dock System: Handled 17 MT of cargo, representing a significant increase of 13.3% compared to the 15 MT handled during the same period in the previous fiscal year.
- Haldia Dock System: Processed 46.9 MT of cargo, showing a growth of over 10% from the 42.7 MT recorded in the corresponding period last fiscal.
This dual-system growth highlights the port's comprehensive operational improvements and its ability to manage increased trade volumes effectively. The consistent upward trend in cargo handling at SMPK reflects the port's strategic initiatives and its pivotal role in boosting regional and national maritime commerce.
