Vizhinjam gets customs nod to operate as international seaport
6 months, 1 week ago

Vizhinjam gets customs nod to operate as international seaport

New Indian Express  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM : In a significant development, the Vizhinjam International Seaport received customs clearance to operate as an international seaport. With the customs nod under Section 7A, Vizhinjam will have major chances to become an international transshipment hub, said Ports Minister V N Vasavan. The customs issued its nod to Vizhinjam Port after it completed the requirements set by the Union Customs Ministry. The 12 criteria set by the customs include necessary office requirements, buildings, a computer network and server room facility, among others.

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First mothership docks at at Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, offloads cargo
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New Indian Express  

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