Chennai Port Handles Record 9,929 TEUs in a Day, Achieves Five-Year Post-Pandemic High

Chennai Port Authority achieved a major operational milestone on October 25, 2026, by handling 9,929 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) in a single day. This marks the Port's highest daily container throughput in more than five years since the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting improved cargo-handling efficiency, operational resilience and its continued focus on supporting international trade. The latest figure exceeded the previous post-pandemic daily record of 9,910 TEUs, set on January 27, 2024. It also brings Chennai Port closer to its all-time daily container-handling record of 10,063 TEUs, achieved on January 28, 2017, before the pandemic. Operational Efficiency Drives Record Performance The achievement comes amid continuing uncertainty and disruptions across global maritime logistics. Chennai Port's focus on improving operations,