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INPIP Pipavav Port
Pipavav Port is the major seaport of Rajula, in the city of Rajulain India. Overseas routes include India and Pakistan, Port code is INPIP.

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Port Code

INPIP

Name

Pipavav

Country / Region

India

City

Rajula

Sea Routes

India and Pakistan

Type

Main Port

Latitude

20.9175000

Longitude

71.5051500

Est. Unit Price

$3440/20GP Book Now

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Port Overview

Port Pipavav (UN/LOCODE: INPIP) is a deep-water seaport on India’s west coast, located at Rajula in Saurashtra, Gujarat. It is a privately operated multi-purpose port serving container, bulk and liquid cargo flows. The port is approximately 15 km south of Rajula, 90 km south of Amreli and 140 km southwest of Bhavnagar. Its sheltered marine setting is supported by the natural breakwater formed by Shialbet Island. Our service team can coordinate ocean booking, origin documentation, inland trucking and shipment follow-up through the port, subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.

Reference item	Port-specific information
UN/LOCODE	INPIP
Port / city	PIPAVAV / RAJULA
Country	India
Coordinates	20.9175000° N, 71.5051500° E
Port profile	West-coast sea port for containers, bulk and liquid cargo
Reported dredged draft	14.5 m; vessel acceptance remains subject to current marine and terminal approval

Key Highlights

Multi-cargo capabilityContainer, bulk and liquid cargo can be handled, so the shipment plan should be matched to the applicable terminal and cargo procedure.

Container equipmentThe supplied port record identifies eight quay cranes and describes the facility as a captive reefer port.

Bulk handling supportTwo mobile harbour cranes are identified for bulk cargo operations in the supplied port data.

West-coast routing positionThe port is located along major trade routes and is about 160 nautical miles from Nhava Sheva, supporting routing comparison when schedules or equipment are constrained.

Inland planning is essentialRajula and the wider Saurashtra–Gujarat hinterland require advance confirmation of truck availability, road restrictions, empty-container positioning and delivery appointment conditions.

Facilities & Services

Container operations: The supplied port information records eight quay cranes for container handling. Actual crane allocation, yard cut-off and equipment availability must be confirmed against the vessel call.
Reefer handling: Pipavav is described in the source data as a captive reefer port. Our team should secure reefer acceptance, plug-in instructions, temperature settings and power-monitoring requirements before booking.
Bulk cargo: Two mobile harbour cranes are identified for bulk cargo handling. Cargo-specific grabs, discharge productivity and berth windows should be checked before fixing the loading plan.
Liquid cargo: Liquid cargo is within the port profile, but tank, pipeline, compatibility, safety and documentation requirements are cargo- and terminal-specific.
Marine services: Pilotage and towage are included among the described port services. Berthing, draft, tide and sailing permissions remain subject to the port’s operational confirmation.
Inland logistics: Our service team can arrange road haulage and container positioning from the Rajula area, with route feasibility, loading restrictions and delivery appointments verified case by case.

Routes & Transit Times

Trade direction: Pipavav is suitable for west-coast India export and import planning, with onward connections determined by the selected carrier, transshipment hub and current service rotation.
Connection model: Depending on the booking, cargo may move on a direct port call or through a connecting hub. We do not promise a direct service, fixed sailing frequency or guaranteed transit time without a carrier quotation.
Schedule variables: Actual transit is affected by vessel rotation, transshipment dwell, monsoon or weather conditions, berth congestion, customs release, equipment availability and inland collection or delivery timing.
Routing comparison: Because the port is near the western India network and approximately 160 nautical miles from Nhava Sheva according to the supplied data, our team can compare Pipavav with alternative gateways when equipment, schedule or inland cost makes a different port more suitable.

For time-critical cargo, request a carrier-specific schedule and latest receiving window before confirming the commercial delivery date. Published transit time is not the same as end-to-end door transit.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: The port directly serves Rajula and the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, with road links supporting cargo flows to and from nearby industrial and commercial areas.
Regional gateway role: Amreli and Bhavnagar are relevant inland reference points in the supplied location data; final delivery cost depends on route, cargo dimensions, truck type and appointment constraints.
Containerized cargo: General export and import containers, temperature-sensitive cargo and project-related units may be considered subject to carrier, terminal and equipment acceptance.
Bulk and liquid cargo: The port profile covers bulk and liquid cargo. Commodity classification, packing, tank specifications, safety documents and terminal compatibility must be established before quotation.
Reefer cargo: Food, agricultural and other temperature-controlled commodities require early confirmation of reefer equipment, set point, ventilation, power supply and inspection arrangements.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Shipping instruction, verified gross mass, export customs filing, container gate-in and documentation cut-offs can differ by vessel and carrier. Our team should obtain the final terminal receiving window rather than rely on a standard port assumption.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and safety data before booking. DG acceptance, segregation and terminal approval must be confirmed in writing.
Customs and examination: Invoice, packing list, transport documents, export declarations, permits and cargo-specific certificates must be consistent. Customs examination, scanning or physical inspection may change the release and truck appointment sequence.
Inland delivery: Confirm container size, gross weight, axle restrictions, road access, empty return location, seal controls and consignee unloading capability before dispatching a truck. Oversized or heavy cargo needs a route and equipment review in advance.

Shipping Tips

Send cargo details early, including commodity, HS classification, dimensions, gross weight, temperature requirements and whether the cargo is dangerous, liquid or oversized.
For reefer bookings, confirm the required set point and operating range, pre-trip inspection status, plug-in arrangements and contingency instructions before the container is released for loading.
Build schedule contingency for customs inspection, terminal cut-off changes, inland truck shortages, weather disruption and transshipment connection risk; our team can compare available sailings before cargo readiness.
Where a Pipavav schedule or equipment type is unsuitable, ask our service team to compare alternative west-coast gateways, while separately checking inland haulage cost, customs location, carrier acceptance and empty-container return terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is INPIP suitable only for container shipments?

No. The supplied port profile covers container, bulk and liquid cargo. Acceptance depends on cargo characteristics, terminal capability, carrier or operator approval and the applicable safety documentation.

Can you guarantee a direct sailing from Pipavav?

No. Service patterns vary by carrier and period. Our team will verify the actual vessel rotation, transshipment arrangement, booking cut-off and equipment availability before quoting.

How should a reefer shipment be arranged?

Provide the commodity, set point, allowable temperature range, ventilation requirements, gross weight and cargo readiness date. We will verify reefer equipment, terminal acceptance, plug-in procedure and the carrier’s cut-offs.

What information is needed for dangerous goods?

At minimum, provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group, package type and safety data. The booking remains subject to carrier and terminal DG approval.

What can delay inland delivery from Rajula?

Common operational risks include late customs release, inspection, truck or empty-equipment constraints, road restrictions, overweight conditions and consignee appointment delays. We recommend confirming the complete inland plan before vessel booking.

Data Sources & Provenance

Hard identifiers, coordinates, location distances, reported draft, crane counts, cargo profile and port characteristics in this module are based on the supplied INPIP port record. Operational details that can change—such as vessel rotation, cut-off, berth allocation, equipment availability, customs processing and inland appointments—must be re-confirmed for each shipment.

For current operator, terminal and service verification, consult the official operator domain apmterminals.com. Carrier schedules, cargo acceptance and final port instructions remain subject to the applicable carrier, terminal and Indian regulatory requirements.

This page intentionally avoids unverified throughput, tariff, berth-window, sailing-frequency and guaranteed-transit claims. Our service team will use the shipment’s actual cargo and routing details to obtain the latest operational confirmation.