<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:
"Times New Roman",serif">The <b>V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port Authority</b> has
reported a massive spike in its liquid bulk performance, registering a
remarkable <b>137.40% growth</b> in Caustic Soda Lye handling during April 2026
compared to the same period last year. This surge underscores the port's
growing efficiency and its critical role in supporting the industrial chemical
supply chain in Southern India.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Performance Breakdown & Operational
Excellence<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Growth
Metrics</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: The port handled significantly
higher volumes of Caustic Soda Lye, jumping from previous benchmarks to
reach new operational highs in a single month.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Specialized
Infrastructure</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: The growth is attributed to the
port’s specialized liquid cargo berths and dedicated pipeline
infrastructure, which ensure the safe and rapid transfer of chemical
cargo.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Diversified
Cargo Profile</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: While VOC Port is a major hub for
containers and coal, this spike highlights a successful strategic push to
diversify its cargo portfolio into high-value liquid bulk.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Logistics
Efficiency</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: Improved vessel turnaround times
and streamlined documentation processes have made the port a preferred
gateway for chemical importers and regional manufacturers.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Strategic & Industrial Impact<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Supporting
Regional Industry</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:
115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: Caustic Soda Lye is a vital
raw material for the paper, textile, soap, and alumina industries. This
volume growth directly reflects increased industrial activity across the
Tamil Nadu hinterland.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Maritime
Vision 2030</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: This achievement aligns with the
national goal of enhancing port capacity and increasing the share of
coastal shipping and specialized cargo handling.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Economic
Contribution</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">: The surge in liquid bulk handling
contributes significantly to the port's overall revenue growth and
reinforces its position as a key economic driver for the Tuticorin region.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>