Adani Ports & SEZ

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) operates as India's largest private multinational port operator and a comprehensive logistics provider. Founded by Gautam Adani on May 26, 1998, as Gujarat Adani Port Ltd., the company was established to develop an efficient, privately-owned port in Mundra, Gujarat, addressing the capacity limitations of the nation's government-controlled port infrastructure. Gautam Adani, a first-generation entrepreneur who dropped out of college, began his career sorting diamonds in Mumbai before venturing into his brother's plastics business and subsequently global trade, which laid the groundwork for the Adani Group.

The company's business model is centered on the development, operation, and maintenance of port infrastructure, complemented by integrated logistics and the management of multi-product Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Revenue is primarily generated from port operations, which include cargo handling and storage services. Additional income streams are derived from a growing logistics business that provides transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management, as well as from the development and management of SEZs, like the flagship Mundra SEZ, which attracts industrial investment. The business serves a wide array of clients, handling diverse cargo types such as dry bulk, liquid, crude, containers, and automobiles.

APSEZ's core service is its network of 12 ports and terminals along the Indian coastline, which represents approximately 24% of the country's port capacity. This network includes India's first port-based SEZ at Mundra and the country's first deep-water transshipment port in Vizhinjam. The company's ports are equipped to handle various cargo types, including coal, fertilizers, steel, and crude oil, supported by advanced infrastructure like deep drafts for large vessels and high-speed conveyor systems. Beyond port operations, APSEZ offers end-to-end logistics solutions, including rail and road connectivity, warehousing, and customs clearance to ensure efficient cargo movement. A significant milestone was achieved in the 2023-24 fiscal year when the company handled a record 420 million metric tonnes (MMT) of global cargo.

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