Let’s take a moment to talk about a quiet coastal town in Kerala, that’s suddenly found itself in the global spotlight—Vizhinjam. You may not have heard much about it before, but trust us, this place is now home to one of India’s biggest game-changers in maritime trade. After nearly 80 years of dreaming and delays, Vizhinjam has finally made it. Yes, India’s first deep-water container transshipment port is now officially up and running and it’s not just any port. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Vizhinjam International Seaport is being hailed as a major turning point for the country’s shipping and logistics ecosystem. So, why is Vizhinjam such a big deal? For starters, location, location, location. This port sits just 10 nautical miles away from the busiest global shipping route. That makes it the most strategically placed port in India when it comes to international trade. It’s also the only Indian port with a natural draft of 20 metres, which means it can host some of the biggest container ships in the world. In fact,