Chennai Port, formerly known as Madras Port, is the second
largest port of India, behind the Mumbai Port, and the largest port in the Bay
of Bengal. Being the third oldest port among the 12 major ports of India, it is
over 125 years old, although maritime trade started way back in 1639 on the sea
shore.
Chennai Port was opened in the year of 1881which was
operated by Chennai Port Trust. And it is owned by Chennai Port Trust, Ministry
of Shipping, Government of India. The size of the harbor was 169.97 ha (420.0
acres).
The Main trades of Chennai Port is Automobiles, motorcycles
and general industrial cargo including iron ore, granite, coal, fertilizers,
petroleum products, and containers. Major exports are Iron ore, leather, cotton
textiles and the Major imports are Wheat, raw cotton, machinery, iron &
steel.
Official Website was www.chennaiport.gov.in
Port of Chennai
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| Chennai Port Trust |
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| Containers Handling Area |
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| Cars are Ready to Export at Chennai Port |
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