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INNAV Navlakhi Port
Navlakhi Port is the seaport of Navlakhi, in the city of Navlakhiin India. Overseas routes include India and Pakistan, Port code is INNAV.

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Port Code

INNAV

Name

Navlakhi

Country / Region

India

City

Navlakhi

Sea Routes

India and Pakistan

Type

Latitude

22.9574450

Longitude

70.4500000

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UN/LOCODE INNAV · Navlakhi, India

Port Overview

Navlakhi is an all-weather lighterage intermediate port located in Hansthal Creek at the southwestern end of the Gulf of Kutch, Gujarat, India. Governed by the Gujarat Maritime Board, it is primarily suited to bulk, breakbulk and selected project cargo rather than standard container operations. The port is approximately 45 km from Morbi and about 160 km from Kandla. Navigation is permitted during daylight hours and channel buoys are used for navigation. Our service team treats Navlakhi as a draft-, tide-, barge- and cargo-handling-sensitive port, with every vessel call and inland movement confirmed against current local instructions.

Port code	INNAV	Country	India
Location	Navlakhi, Gujarat	Coordinates	22.9574450, 70.4500000
Port type	Lighterage intermediate port	Authority	Gujarat Maritime Board
Primary profile	Bulk, breakbulk and project cargo	Navigation	Daylight navigation; channel buoys in use

Forwarder decision points

Key Highlights

Lighterage-led operation

Vessel access and cargo transfer depend on local lighterage, barge availability, tide, draft and weather conditions.

Bulk-oriented cargo flow

Coal is a prominent cargo in the supplied port data. Bulk and breakbulk planning is generally more suitable than standard container assumptions.

Daylight navigation

Arrival, anchorage, lightering and sailing windows may be restricted by daylight navigation and current marine instructions.

Morbi industrial hinterland

Road and rail links support cargo flows to Morbi and the wider Gujarat industrial belt, subject to equipment and route confirmation.

Storage and platform capacity

The port data records open storage, platforms and covered dockside go-downs; allocation and cargo suitability must be confirmed before booking.

Handling infrastructure and connectivity

Facilities & Services

Lighterage: The supplied port data describes lighterage approximately 8 km from the port with a stated depth of 13.5 m. Actual usable draft, tide and operating windows require current confirmation.
Bulk handling: Coal unloading is reported at approximately 8,000–9,000 MT per day. This is an indicative port-data figure and must not be treated as a guaranteed vessel productivity rate.
Storage: Reported facilities include approximately 119,400 m² of open storage, 17,800 m² of platforms and covered dockside warehouses or go-downs. Space, segregation and ground-bearing limits should be checked before dispatch.
Outer-reach transfer: Larger vessels with drafts up to 16 m are described as anchoring at an outer reach more than 46 miles from the port, where a private lighter jetty with five 102 m berths is reported. Berth availability and marine permission remain subject to confirmation.
Inland links: Road and rail connections serve Morbi, with access to the wider Indian railway network through Maliya. Heavy-haul routing, wagon availability and last-mile restrictions should be checked for each shipment.

Routing logic and schedule exposure

Routes & Logistics Timing

International cargo may require an ocean-leg arrangement combined with anchorage or lighterage transfer. The final routing depends on vessel nomination, cargo type, draft, tide and local marine approval.
For containerised cargo, our service team first verifies carrier acceptance, equipment availability and port rotation. A nearby established gateway may be more suitable where direct container handling is unavailable.
Morbi-linked road and rail flows can support industrial cargo, but inland lead time is affected by truck placement, rail availability, cargo weight, route permits and seasonal conditions.
Fixed transit times should not be quoted solely from port-to-port distance. Daylight navigation, tide, barge sequencing, weather, customs examination and cargo readiness can materially extend the total cycle.

Our service team provides a shipment-specific schedule only after confirming the nominated vessel, lighter operator, cargo readiness, draft, storage requirement, customs status and inland equipment.

Industrial catchment and cargo fit

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Morbi industrial belt

Morbi is the principal nearby commercial reference in the supplied port data. Ceramic, engineering and other industrial cargo should be assessed against vehicle type, weight and loading requirements.

Coal and dry bulk

Coal is specifically identified as a major handled commodity. Dust control, stockpile segregation, cargo measurement and environmental operating requirements should be agreed in advance.

Breakbulk and project cargo

Open platforms, covered go-downs and lighterage may suit selected steel, machinery and project consignments, subject to lift plans, package dimensions and handling-gear confirmation.

Regional distribution

Road and rail links through Morbi and Maliya provide inland options for Gujarat-bound cargo. Our team compares truck, rail and multimodal solutions based on mass, dimensions and delivery point.

Controls before cargo release

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off management: Booking, shipping instructions, cargo readiness, customs filing and gate or lighter acceptance times must be obtained from the nominated operator. Daylight navigation makes late documentation particularly disruptive.
Dangerous goods: Coal, chemicals, fuel-related products and other regulated cargo require accurate HS classification, SDS or technical documents, DG declaration where applicable, correct marking and prior acceptance by the vessel, lighter operator and port authorities.
Customs and examination: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or transport document, origin information, permits and import or export declarations must be consistent. Customs examination may delay barge loading, delivery or release.
Heavy and oversized cargo: Confirm dimensions, axle loads, lifting points, lashing, road permits, bridge restrictions, rail clearances and crane availability. Draft, tide and lighter capacity must be checked against the actual parcel.

Practical planning recommendations

Shipping Tips

Provide our service team with the cargo description, HS code, gross weight, package count, dimensions, stowage characteristics and DG status before requesting a firm handling plan.
Reserve lighterage and inland equipment early, and obtain written confirmation of the transfer point, working window, storage allocation, cargo segregation and waiting-time rules.
For coal and dusty bulk commodities, agree stockpile controls, moisture or quality documentation, tally method, spillage response and environmental requirements with the local operator before loading.
Maintain a contingency routing through another Gujarat gateway when cargo is time-critical, container-dependent, weather-sensitive or incompatible with Navlakhi’s lighterage and daylight operating pattern.

Practical questions from shippers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Navlakhi a standard container port?

Navlakhi is primarily described as a lighterage intermediate port with a bulk-oriented profile. Container equipment, carrier acceptance and any required transshipment must be confirmed for the specific shipment. Our team will recommend an alternative gateway where dependable full-container terminal handling is required.

Why cannot the vessel’s advertised draft be used as the booking draft?

The operation involves channel, anchorage, tide, lighterage and daylight-navigation considerations. The permitted operational draft must be confirmed with the port, vessel operator and local marine service providers for the intended call.

Can coal or other dry bulk cargo be stored at Navlakhi?

Open storage and covered go-downs are reported in the supplied port data, and coal is a stated handled commodity. Availability, segregation, ground conditions, environmental controls, weighing and release procedures must be agreed before cargo is sent.

How should cargo move between Navlakhi and Morbi?

Road and rail connections are described in the port data, with wider railway connectivity through Maliya. The suitable mode depends on weight, dimensions, delivery location, wagon or truck availability, permits and current operator confirmation.

What are the main causes of schedule slippage?

Typical exposure points include daylight-only navigation, tide and weather, anchorage or barge sequencing, cargo readiness, customs examination, equipment placement and inland route restrictions. Our team builds these checks into the shipment plan rather than promising a distance-based transit time.

Traceability and verification boundary

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, coordinates, location, classification, reported storage figures, lighterage parameters, cargo-handling indication, inland connections and airport distances are based on the supplied INNAV port master data. Operational conditions, permissions, draft, berth availability, tariffs, customs procedures, cut-offs and equipment acceptance are time-sensitive and must be reconfirmed for each shipment.

For authority-level verification and current operating instructions, our service team refers to the Gujarat Maritime Board at gmbports.org. Indian customs and import-export compliance should be verified through the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs at cbic.gov.in. These domains are verification references and do not guarantee a particular berth, service, rate, sailing or transit time.