V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC Port) has achieved another operational milestone with the successful handling of M.V. MSC SILVIA at Dakshin Bharat Gateway Terminal (DBGT), Berth No. 8, marking the widest container vessel ever handled at the terminal.
The vessel berthed on 19 July 2026 with a record beam (width) of 48.20 metres, demonstrating DBGT’s capability to efficiently accommodate larger mainline container vessels. The achievement underscores the port’s growing operational strength and readiness to handle next-generation container ships.
M.V. MSC SILVIA, measuring 300 metres in Length Overall (LOA) and having a capacity of 9,411 TEUs, arrived from Port of Onne, Nigeria, further reinforcing Tuticorin’s expanding role as a key gateway in global maritime trade.
The successful handling of the vessel reflects the V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority’s continued investments in port infrastructure, operational efficiency, and capacity enhancement to support increasing container traffic and larger vessel calls.
The Port Authority acknowledged MSC Line for its continued confidence in the port and expressed gratitude to the EXIM trade community, the shipping fraternity, and the team at Dakshin Bharat Gateway Terminal for their collective efforts and commitment in achieving this landmark milestone.
The record-setting call further strengthens V.O. Chidambaranar Port’s position as one of India’s leading container gateways, capable of handling larger vessels while supporting the country’s growing international trade.
