Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum)

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About Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum)

Vizhinjam International Seaport is India's first deep-water transshipment port, located near Thiruvananthapuram on the Arabian Sea coast. It is designed as a multi-purpose, all-weather port and is situated adjacent to an international shipping lane.

Background
Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram (, VIZ-in-jam ... TIR-uu-və-nə-TAH-puurr-əm) also known as Trivandrum Port (IN TRV 01) is India's first deep-water transshipment port. Located at Vizhinjam within the city of Thiruvananthapuram, the port is designed to be a multi-purpose, all-weather, green port and is about 19 kilometres (12 mi) from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. It is India's first automated port, and its only port directly adjacent to an international shipping lane. The port is 10 nautical miles from the heavily trafficked east–west shipping channel connecting Europe to the Persian Gulf, Southeast Asia, and the Far East. The port has a natural depth of 24 metres and can host many of the world's massive cargo ships, including those exceeding 24,000 TEU such as ULCS container ships. The port was inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 2 May 2025.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
IN-KL
Area
East Coast India
Sub-area
Laccadive Sea
Latitude
8.3759°
Longitude
76.9900°

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

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References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q7938012 →
Wikipedia
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Official Site
www.vizhinjamport.in →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum)?

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The approach to Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Vizhinjam Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Anjengo (22.8 NM NW), Muttom Point (24.6 NM SE), Cape Comorin (37.5 NM ESE), Kollam (39.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum) on?

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The Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum) is situated on the Arabian Sea in IN. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum)?

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You can track vessels near Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum) (INTRV) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum)?

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The Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum) is a port in IN. Its UN/LOCODE is INTRV — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE INTRV mean?

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The first two characters, IN, are the ISO country code for IN. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum)?

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The Port of Thiruvananthapuram (ex Trivandrum) 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.