Paradip Port reports significant growth in coal and pig iron handling

Paradip Port Authority recorded substantial increases in cargo handling for both Low-Ash Pulverized Coal Injection (PCI) coal and pig iron during the 2026–27 fiscal year.

Low-Ash PCI coal handling grew by 20.89% year-on-year, rising to 1,753.04 MT from 1,450.13 MT in the previous fiscal year. This represents an increase of 302.91 MT.

Pig iron handling saw an exceptional year-on-year surge of 512.95%. Volumes reached 660.82 MT in FY 2026–27, up from 107.81 MT in FY 2025–26, marking an absolute increase of 553.01 MT. These figures highlight the port's expanding role in supporting India's steel and industrial supply chains.