Draft:Vizhinjam Port
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| Vizhinjam Port | |
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| Location | |
| Country |  India |
| Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Coordinates | 8°22′34.61″N 76°59′29.53″E / 8.3762806°N 76.9915361°E |
| UN/LOCODE | IN VZJ |
| Details | |
| Opened | 1970 |
| Operated by | Kerala Maritime Board..[1] |
| Owned by | Government of Kerala |
| Type of harbour | Fishing ,Passenger,cost guard |
| No. of berths | SEAWARD WHARF: 83M , LEEWARD WHARF: 81M.[2] |
| Draft depth | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Employees | 18[3] |
| Statistics | |
| Website www | |
Vizhinjam Port is a coastal port located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Managed by the Kerala Maritime Board, this port[4] has been part of the local maritime infrastructure for many years, supporting fishing activities, local trade, and passenger transport. It is distinct from the Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram, a larger facility designed for deep-water transshipment
Operations
[edit]Fishing Industry: The port provides docking and fish landing facilities for local fishermen and is a significant fish landing center in the region, contributing to the local economy[5]..
Crew Change: The port handled crew changes[6] during the corona period[7]
Berthing Facility:The berthing facility at Vizhinjam Harbour accommodates various types of vessels, including fishing boats, small cargo ships and cost guard vessels. It provides docking infrastructure that supports the local fishing industry and coastal trade.