The LPG import facility operated by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) at Oil Jetty-01 (OJ-01), Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has achieved a significant operational milestone by surpassing last year’s performance well ahead of schedule.
As of February 11, 2026, the facility has handled 133 LPG vessels, aggregating 2.61 million metric tonnes (MMT) of LPG cargo. During the corresponding period last year, the terminal had handled 107 vessels with a total throughput of 2.089 MMT.
This marks an impressive 25% year-on-year growth in LPG handling volume, underscoring both the rising domestic demand for LPG and the enhanced operational efficiency at the port.
Strengthening Energy Supply Chain
The strong growth reflects:
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Improved vessel turnaround efficiency at OJ-01
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Robust logistics coordination between Indian Oil and DPA Kandla
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Increased LPG imports to support India’s expanding household and industrial demand
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Strategic utilization of Kandla’s west coast advantage for energy cargo handling
The OJ-01 jetty continues to play a crucial role in strengthening India’s energy security by ensuring steady LPG supplies across northern and western markets.
Marching Towards New Milestones
With current momentum, Indian Oil’s LPG import facility at Kandla is now confidently progressing toward a new annual target of:
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160 LPG vessels
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3.0 MMT LPG handling
If achieved, this would represent another landmark year for both Indian Oil and Deendayal Port Authority.
Boost for DPA Kandla’s Cargo Performance
The achievement further reinforces DPA Kandla’s position as one of India’s leading ports for liquid and energy cargo handling. The sustained growth in LPG volumes is expected to significantly contribute to the port’s overall cargo throughput in FY 2025–26.
Industry observers view this performance as a positive indicator of India’s steady energy consumption growth and the operational resilience of its key maritime gateways.