The first ship carrying a consignment of cranes from China will dock at the Vizhinjam international seaport here on October 4, Minister for Ports Ahammad Devarkovil announced here on Monday.
The second vessel will berth at the port on October 28, followed by another two on November 11 and 14 respectively. The cranes on-board the first ship were sourced from China and will be installed at the Vizhinjam port which is under construction by Adani Ports.
Union Minister for Ports Sarbananda Sonowal and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will be present to receive the ship, said Mr. Devarkovil, adding that the installation of the cranes would equip the port with the ability to handle containers.
