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Port of Kandla

INIXY🇮🇳India

Port Location

About Port of Kandla

Deendayal Port, located in Gujarat, India, is a major seaport on the west coast. Situated in Kandla Creek within the Gulf of Kutch, it serves as a vital hub for western India. The port handles a variety of cargo and is equipped to accommodate numerous vessel types.

Background
Kandla Port, officially known as Deendayal Port, is a seaport in the Kutch district of Gujarat, India. The port is situated in the Kandla Creek and is 90 km from the mouth of Gulf of Kutch.It is one of India’s major ports on the west coast. It is about 256 nautical miles southeast of the Port of Karachi in Pakistan and about 430 nautical miles north-northwest of the Port of Mumbai. Kandla Port was constructed in the 1950s as the chief seaport serving western India.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
IN-GJ
Area
West Coast India
Latitude
23.0185°
Longitude
70.2310°

Terminals

KANDLA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (KICT)

J M BAXI GROUP

Berth No 11 & 12, Deendayal Port Authority, New Kandla, Kutch - 370210, Gujarat, India

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
INIXY
Country
🇮🇳India
Time Zone
UTC+5:30

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q64859173 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kandla?+
The approach to Kandla is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tekra Lighthouse at 8.2 NM to the SW. Other aids include Gandhidham Taluka Lighthouses (12.3 NM ESE), Navlakhi (12.3 NM ESE), Mungra Reef (15.7 NM S), Jodiya Bandar (17.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Kandla on?+
The Port of Kandla is situated on the Arabian Sea in IN. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Kandla?+
You can track vessels near Kandla (INIXY) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for INIXY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kandla?+
The Port of Kandla operates in the UTC+5:30 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.