Dhamra Port Company Limited has marked a significant milestone in its operational journey by successfully receiving its first Capesize limestone vessel at a newly developed berth on March 9, 2026.
The vessel, MV VEGA DREAM, arrived at the port carrying a cargo of 158,603 metric tonnes of limestone with a draft of 17.14 metres, underscoring the port’s capability to handle large Capesize vessels efficiently.
The successful berthing of the vessel highlights the port’s expanding infrastructure and its readiness to accommodate larger vessels, strengthening its position as a key maritime gateway on India’s eastern coast. The newly built berth has been designed to support higher cargo volumes and improve operational efficiency.
Handling Capesize vessels enables the port to move significantly larger quantities of cargo in a single shipment, helping customers achieve greater economies of scale and reduced logistics costs. The development is also expected to facilitate a steady flow of similar large limestone shipments in the future.
The milestone reflects the port’s continued investment in infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing cargo handling capacity and supporting the growing needs of the steel, cement, and industrial sectors that rely on bulk imports such as limestone.
With the successful handling of MV VEGA DREAM, the port has taken another step toward strengthening its role in India’s bulk cargo trade and providing more efficient logistics solutions for its customers.