PM Modi Launches Next-Gen Haldia Terminal – Redefining Bulk Cargo in India
Ahmedabad, March 14, 2026: In a major milestone for India’s eastern maritime infrastructure, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Haldia Bulk Terminal (HBT), developed by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ). The terminal, India’s first fully automated dry bulk facility, is designed to handle 4 million tonnes per annum (MMTPA) of dry bulk cargo including coal, bauxite, and limestone, and features direct rail connectivity for efficient cargo movement along the Hooghly River.
Transforming Eastern India’s Logistics
Mr. Ashwani Gupta, Whole-time Director & CEO, APSEZ, said:
"The Haldia Bulk Terminal is a next-generation facility that brings full mechanisation and direct rail evacuation to the Hooghly, setting a benchmark for efficiency on India’s eastern seaboard. By eliminating jetty dumping and lowering cargo loss through advanced automation, we are ensuring cleaner, safer, and more sustainable operations."
The terminal will play a pivotal role in strengthening supply chains for West Bengal, Odisha, and Jharkhand, supporting India’s industrial hubs while lowering logistics costs under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan and Sagarmala Programme.
Key Features of Haldia Bulk Terminal
| Specification | Details |
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| Installed Capacity | 4 MMTPA |
| Cargo Type | Dry bulk (coal, bauxite, limestone) |
| Draft | 8.5 metres |
| Berths | 1 (length 193 m; extreme mooring 337 m) |
| Mobile Harbour Cranes | 2 |
| Stacker-cum-Reclaimers | 2 |
| Railway Wagon Loading System | 1 unit (2,000 T capacity) |
| Dedicated Rail Line | 1.54 km |
| Conveyor System | 2.10 km |
| Concession Period | 30 years |
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure
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Direct Ship-to-Train Cargo Evacuation: 2,000 T Railway Wagon Loading System and 1.54 km dedicated rail line reduce dwell time and logistics costs.
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Automated Operations: Advanced conveyors, stacker-cum-reclaimers, and mobile cranes ensure faster, safer, and more efficient cargo handling.
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Sustainable & Safe: Elimination of jetty dumping minimizes environmental impact.
About APSEZ
Part of the globally diversified Adani Group, APSEZ operates 15 ports and terminals, a fleet of 127 vessels, 12 multi-modal logistics parks, 3.1 million sq. ft. warehouses, and 25,000+ trucks, handling 28% of India’s total port volumes with a target of 1 billion tonnes throughput by 2030. Recognized in the top 5% globally by the 2025 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, APSEZ continues to set benchmarks in integrated logistics solutions across India.
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