Welcome to Aasutosh Marine
Karaikal Port | APSEZ (Adani Ports), Karaikal, Bay of Bengal, East Coast India
Ship Chandler in Karaikal Port
Reliable ship supplier and marine stores supplier at Karaikal Port (operated by Adani Ports and SEZ, APSEZ), Karaikal, Puducherry, serving Capesize and Panamax bulk carriers, coal vessels, fertiliser ships, iron ore carriers, petcoke vessels, liquid cargo tankers and general cargo ships across all 5 berths at this all-weather deep-water Bay of Bengal port, approximately 300 km south of Chennai, 24/7. APSEZ plans to double the port's capacity and add a container terminal. Send your ETA and requirements before arrival.
- ISO 9001 Certified
- 15+ Years Experience
- All 5 APSEZ Berths
- Singapore · UAE · Greece
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About our operations
Aasutosh Marine operates as a full service ship chandler in Karaikal Port, covering all five operational berths of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) at Karaikal, Puducherry. Our service coverage includes the two mechanised coal jetties handling coal at 2,000 MT per hour via an integrated conveyor system; the two multipurpose non-mechanised berths handling dry bulk, break-bulk, project cargo and liquid cargo; the OSV (offshore support vessel) berth; and the outer anchorage in the Bay of Bengal off Karaikal. We serve fleet managers and procurement teams from shipping lines and bulk commodity operators whose vessels call at this all-weather deep-water port approximately 300 km south of Chennai on the Coromandel Coast.
Karaikal Port was commissioned in April 2009, developed by MARG Limited as a BOT facility for the Government of Puducherry. APSEZ completed its acquisition of Karaikal Port Private Limited (KPPL) on April 1, 2023, through the NCLT Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), for a consideration of Rs 1,485 crore (approximately USD 181 million). The port operates 5 berths with a 2-Capesize and 2-Panamax berth configuration at a maximum draft of 13.5m to 14m, a built-in cargo handling capacity of 21.5 MMTPA across 600+ hectares, three railway sidings, 10 covered warehouses, open yards and four liquid storage tanks. In FY 2022-23, the port handled approximately 10 MMT of cargo. APSEZ plans to double the capacity and add a container terminal, with Rs 850 crore committed for infrastructure upgrades. A ship supplier in Karaikal Port who pre-stages stores before ETA and understands APSEZ’s mechanised operations delivers better service than one who begins sourcing after the vessel berths.
With over 15 years of India-wide operations, we maintain full IMPA coded inventories for all vessel categories. Our ship chandling services at Karaikal include bonded stores, deck and engine consumables, SOLAS safety equipment servicing, PSC compliance support, underwater hull cleaning Karaikal Port, ship repair and spares clearance services, all documented under our ISO 9001 certified process.
Pre-arrival coordination
Send requirements 3 to 5 days before ETA. We stage stores at the APSEZ berth before your vessel arrives at Karaikal, Puducherry.
Mechanised coal expertise
Karaikal's 2,000 MT/hr coal conveyor creates fast discharge windows. We pre-stage all stores so nothing delays departure from Karaikal.
Chennai proximity advantage
Karaikal is 300 km south of Chennai. Our south India network gives Karaikal direct access to the region's best spare parts and supply networks.
APSEZ growth port
APSEZ plans to double capacity and add a container terminal. We grow with Karaikal Port's expanding vessel traffic and cargo mix.
15+
Years at
Karaikal Port
Karaikal Port
Core services
Marine Services at Karaikal Port
Aasutosh Marine is your certified ship chandler in Karaikal Port for the complete range of vessel support at APSEZ Karaikal. From coal bulk carriers at the mechanised jetties to fertiliser ships at the multipurpose berths, liquid cargo tankers at the liquid berth and general cargo vessels at the break-bulk handling areas, every service is coordinated around the vessel's specific berth window at Karaikal, Puducherry, Bay of Bengal.
Service 01
Ship Repairs
Aasutosh Marine provides ship repair in Karaikal Port at all five APSEZ berths, covering the mechanised coal jetties, multipurpose berths, liquid cargo facilities and outer anchorage in the Bay of Bengal. Karaikal's 2,000 MT/hr coal conveyor creates high-speed discharge windows that leave little idle time during cargo operations. Our engineers coordinate with masters and technical superintendents well before arrival, pre-positioning technicians and parts at the APSEZ berth gate so repair work begins on mooring and is completed within the cargo discharge window at Karaikal Port, Puducherry.
- Main engine and auxiliary engine overhaul
- Pump, valve and hydraulic system repairs
- Marine electrical and automation repairs
- Emergency repair support 24/7 at Karaikal Port
- Coordination with APSEZ port operations
Service 02
Underwater Repairs
Capesize and Panamax bulk carriers on international coal, fertiliser and iron ore voyages accumulate hull fouling that raises fuel consumption per laden voyage. Our certified diving team provides underwater hull cleaning Karaikal Port at APSEZ berths and at the outer anchorage in the Bay of Bengal, subject to confirmed APSEZ port authority permission, vessel condition, Bay of Bengal sea state and specific operational approval from flag state and P&I club. Full inspection reports with underwater photographs are issued on completion for master, fleet manager and class records at Karaikal Port, Puducherry.
- Hull cleaning and biofouling removal
- Propeller polishing and blade inspection
- Underwater hull inspection and survey
- Rudder and stern tube inspection
- Sea chest and valve cleaning
Service 03
Port State Control Assistance
Capesize and Panamax bulk carriers on international coal, iron ore and fertiliser routes calling at Karaikal Port are subject to PSC inspection under the Indian Ocean MOU. A PSC detention at Karaikal disrupts the coal supply chains for Tamil Nadu power stations and fertiliser imports for the agricultural belt, with direct commercial consequences. We provide PSC assistance at Karaikal Port from pre-arrival, reviewing deficiency records before the vessel arrives at the Karaikal approach and coordinating all rectification before the PSCO boards at the APSEZ berth, Karaikal, Puducherry.
- Pre-inspection vessel preparation
- SOLAS documentation compliance review
- Safety equipment inspection and certification
- Deficiency rectification at Karaikal Port
- Coordination with APSEZ port authority
Service 04
Spares Clearing and Consolidation
Spare parts for vessels at Karaikal Port arrive by air into Tiruchirappalli International Airport (approximately 100 km by road) or Chennai International Airport (approximately 300 km via NH-32 and NH-45) or by road via the Tamil Nadu highway network through Nagapattinam (25 km from Karaikal). Nagapattinam town and the broader Tamil Nadu industrial supply network provide reasonable spare parts access for Karaikal. We manage the complete spares chain from import documentation assistance through consolidation and direct gangway delivery to the vessel at any APSEZ berth at Karaikal Port, Puducherry.
- Import customs clearance assistance at Karaikal
- Multi-origin spares consolidation
- Bonded storage near APSEZ Karaikal Port
- Dockside delivery to all 5 berths at Karaikal
- Export documentation for undelivered spares
Service 05
Marine Supplies and Provisions
As a trusted marine supplier in Karaikal Port, Aasutosh Marine supplies all IMPA coded deck, engine, cabin and safety stores to Capesize bulk carriers, coal vessels, fertiliser ships, iron ore carriers, liquid cargo tankers and general cargo ships at APSEZ Karaikal. Karaikal's coastal markets, the Tamil Nadu agricultural hinterland and the Nagapattinam wholesale market support reliable fresh provisions for crew at Karaikal Port berths. Vessel operators send their complete stores list on ETA confirmation and we deliver consolidated supplies to the gangway at the designated APSEZ berth at Karaikal Port, Puducherry.
- Fresh provisions, dry and frozen stores
- Deck and engine room consumables
- Marine paints, ropes and mooring equipment
- Safety equipment (LSA/FFA)
- Lubricants, marine chemicals and gases
Service 06
Life Saving and Fire Fighting
Aasutosh Marine is an authorised service station for life saving and fire fighting appliances at Karaikal Port. Bulk carriers and chemical tankers on Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean routes calling at APSEZ Karaikal sometimes have overdue liferaft or CO2 system service dates that attract PSC attention. Our certified technicians complete liferaft annual servicing, CO2 system inspection and fire extinguisher recharging at any APSEZ Karaikal berth during the vessel's coal discharge or cargo loading window, without disrupting port operations at Karaikal, Puducherry.
- Life raft annual servicing and hydrostatic release
- CO2 fixed fire-fighting system inspection
- Fire extinguisher recharging and testing
- EPIRB and SART battery replacement
- Immersion suit and lifejacket supply
Vessel types we serve
Vessels and Industries We Support at Karaikal Port
Aasutosh Marine supports all vessel categories calling at Karaikal Port (APSEZ). Coal, fertilisers, iron ore, petcoke and liquid cargo dominate Karaikal's cargo mix, served by Capesize and Panamax bulk carriers and liquid tankers, with growing break-bulk and project cargo traffic at this Puducherry east coast Bay of Bengal deep-water port.
Coal Carriers
Capesize and Panamax coal bulk carriers at the two fully mechanised coal jetties at Karaikal Port, importing thermal coal and coking coal for Tamil Nadu power stations and industrial consumers, with 2,000 MT/hr conveyor system discharge
Capesize Bulk Carriers
Fully laden Capesize bulk carriers at the two Capesize-capable berths at Karaikal Port (APSEZ), importing coal, iron ore and bulk commodities for Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh industrial consumers at Puducherry
Fertiliser Vessels
Panamax vessels importing DAP, MOP, urea and complex fertilisers at Karaikal Port's multipurpose berths for the Tamil Nadu and Karnataka agricultural sector, with 4 to 5 rakes of coal and fertiliser dispatched daily from Karaikal
Iron Ore and Petcoke Carriers
Bulk carriers handling iron ore imports and petcoke at the APSEZ multipurpose berths at Karaikal, serving Tamil Nadu's steel manufacturing facilities and petcoke consumers in south India's cement and industrial sector
Oil and Liquid Tankers
Coastal and product tankers at Karaikal Port's liquid cargo berths handling edible oil, crude oil and bitumen imports for south India's food processing and energy sectors, stored in the four dedicated liquid storage tanks at APSEZ Karaikal
General Cargo and Project Ships
Break-bulk and multipurpose cargo vessels handling gypsum, limestone, cement, agro products, raw sugar, wood pulp, steel, machinery and project cargo at Karaikal Port's multipurpose non-mechanised berths
Offshore Support Vessels
Offshore supply and support craft using Karaikal Port's dedicated OSV berth (1 berth) for Bay of Bengal operations, requiring provisions, technical stores and vessel support services at Karaikal, Puducherry
Coastal Cargo Vessels
Indian coastal shipping vessels connecting Karaikal Port to Chennai, Tuticorin, Visakhapatnam and other east coast ports for coastal bulk commodities, general cargo and south India distribution via Bay of Bengal routes
Why choose us
Why Choose Aasutosh Marine at Karaikal Port?
Karaikal Port's 2,000 MT/hr mechanised coal conveyor and high-frequency 4 to 5 daily rake dispatches create one of south India's most operationally demanding bulk terminal environments. The ship chandler in Karaikal Port who pre-stages everything before ETA adds value from the first mooring line. Aasutosh Marine's ISO 9001 certified process and south India east coast network deliver that pre-arrival reliability at APSEZ Karaikal.
ISO 9001 Certified
Quality certified operations accepted by all P&I clubs, flag states and ship management companies serving Capesize bulk carriers, coal vessels, fertiliser ships and tankers at Karaikal Port (APSEZ), Puducherry
24/7 Availability
Round the clock emergency ship supply at Karaikal Port and urgent technical support at all 5 APSEZ berths and the Bay of Bengal outer anchorage at Karaikal, Puducherry, east coast India
Pre-Staged Delivery
Stores pre-staged at the APSEZ Karaikal berth before the vessel arrives. No time lost to sourcing after berthing. Everything ready at the gangway when your Capesize or Panamax vessel moors at Karaikal
Since 2009
15+ years of India-wide marine operations serving bulk carriers, coal vessels and tankers at Karaikal Port and across 27 Indian ports from Tuticorin and Chennai to Visakhapatnam and Paradip
27+ Indian Ports Covered
One trusted ship supplier in Karaikal Port and at every other port on the India rotation. Consistent quality from Karaikal to Tuticorin, Chennai and beyond
Competitive Pricing
Transparent, market-competitive pricing with no hidden charges for all vessel supply services at Karaikal Port (APSEZ), Karaikal, Puducherry, Bay of Bengal, east coast south India
Emergency Readiness
Critical spares and emergency marine supplies mobilised for delivery to vessels at any APSEZ Karaikal berth or the Bay of Bengal outer anchorage, subject to availability and access conditions
International Standards
SOLAS, MARPOL and ISPS compliant vessel support at Karaikal Port recognised by fleet managers serving coal, fertiliser and bulk operations at APSEZ Karaikal, Puducherry, east coast India
Ship stores catalogue
Ship Stores and Supplies at Karaikal Port
Aasutosh Marine is your trusted ship stores supplier at Karaikal Port for all vessel requirements at APSEZ Karaikal. Complete IMPA coded supplies are available for pre-arrival order with direct gangway delivery to all 5 berths and anchorage delivery in the Bay of Bengal at Karaikal, Puducherry, east coast India.
Engine Stores
- Lubricating oils and greases
- Filters, belts and bearings
- Gaskets and seals
- Engine room tools
- Cooling system parts
Deck Stores
- Ropes, wire and mooring
- Marine paints and coatings
- Anchors, chains and shackles
- Deck tools and equipment
- Navigation supplies
Cabin Stores
- Bed linen and towels
- Cleaning materials
- Stationery and printing
- Galley equipment
- Personal care items
Safety Equipment
- Life rafts and lifebuoys
- Fire extinguishers
- Immersion suits
- EPIRB and SART units
- Breathing apparatus
Chemicals and Gases
- Boiler water treatment
- Tank cleaning chemicals
- CO2 and nitrogen gas
- Refrigerants
- Paint thinners and solvents
Food and Provisions
- Fresh fruit and vegetables
- Frozen meat and seafood
- Dry and canned provisions
- Beverages and dairy
- Bakery and confectionery
Electrical Supplies
- Cables and wiring
- Switches and circuit breakers
- Lights and fittings
- Navigation electronics
- Battery and UPS systems
Marine Spare Parts
- Pump and valve spares
- Propeller and shaft parts
- Hose and pipe fittings
- Generator spares
- Windlass and winch parts
Port overview
About Karaikal Port
Karaikal Port is an all-weather, deep-water commercial seaport located in the Karaikal district of Puducherry, India, along the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. Situated approximately 300 km south of Chennai and 25 km from Nagapattinam, the port was developed by MARG Limited under a 30-year BOT concession and commissioned in April 2009. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) acquired and took over its operations on April 1, 2023, through the NCLT Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process for Rs 1,485 crore.
The port currently operates five berths, including two mechanised coal-handling jetties, two multipurpose berths for dry bulk, break-bulk, project and liquid cargo, and one offshore support vessel berth. With a maximum permissible draft of 13.5–14 metres, it offers a built-in cargo handling capacity of 21.5 MMTPA across more than 600 hectares. Key infrastructure includes mechanised coal conveyors, three railway sidings, mobile harbour cranes, open storage yards, 10 covered warehouses and four dedicated liquid storage tanks.
APSEZ has committed Rs 850 crore towards infrastructure upgrades, with plans to double the port's capacity over the next five years and develop a container terminal. Karaikal Port handles a diverse range of cargo, including coal, petcoke, fertilisers, iron ore, gypsum, limestone, cement, agricultural products, edible oil, crude oil and bitumen. Its strategic location, road and rail connectivity, and proposed LNG terminal and refinery-related opportunities strengthen its role in supporting the industrial and agricultural sectors of southern India.
21.5 MMTPA
Built-In Cargo Capacity (5 Berths)
14m
Maximum Permissible Draft
Rs 1,485 Cr
APSEZ Acquisition (April 2023)
Rs 850 Cr
APSEZ Infrastructure Investment Committed
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions at Karaikal Port
Common questions from vessel operators, fleet managers and procurement teams about ship chandler services, marine supplies and ship repair at Karaikal Port (APSEZ), Karaikal, Puducherry, Bay of Bengal.
Who is a ship chandler in Karaikal Port?
Aasutosh Marine is a trusted ISO 9001 certified ship chandler in Karaikal Port (APSEZ), Karaikal, Puducherry, with 15+ years of experience serving Capesize and Panamax bulk carriers, coal vessels, fertiliser ships and general cargo vessels at Karaikal, Bay of Bengal.
Does Aasutosh Marine supply vessels at Karaikal Port?
Yes. Aasutosh Marine is a full service ship supplier in Karaikal Port, covering all 5 APSEZ berths including the mechanised coal berths, multipurpose berths, liquid cargo facilities and outer anchorage in the Bay of Bengal, 24/7.
What ship stores are available in Karaikal Port?
Aasutosh Marine supplies deck stores, engine stores, cabin stores, safety equipment, provisions, chemicals, electrical supplies and spare parts to vessels at Karaikal Port, Puducherry, subject to berth and port access conditions.
Can you supply fresh provisions to vessels at Karaikal Port?
Yes. Aasutosh Marine coordinates fresh provisions including vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood and dairy for vessels at Karaikal Port. Karaikal's coastal markets and the Tamil Nadu agricultural belt support reliable crew provisions.
Do you provide ship spare parts in Karaikal?
Yes. Aasutosh Marine arranges ship spare parts at Karaikal Port, handling sourcing, import documentation assistance, customs clearance coordination and dockside delivery at Karaikal, Puducherry.
Do you provide emergency ship supply at Karaikal Port?
Yes. Aasutosh Marine provides 24/7 emergency ship supply at Karaikal Port. Emergency stores, spare parts and technical supplies are mobilised for delivery to APSEZ berths or anchorage, subject to port access and availability.
Can you provide PSC assistance in Karaikal Port?
Yes. Aasutosh Marine provides PSC assistance at Karaikal Port, covering pre-inspection preparation, safety equipment checks, documentation review and deficiency rectification before the PSCO boards at Karaikal, Puducherry.
Do you provide underwater hull cleaning at Karaikal Port?
Underwater services at Karaikal Port are coordinated subject to port permissions, vessel condition, Bay of Bengal sea state and berth location. Aasutosh Marine arranges hull inspection and cleaning on confirmed operational approval.
Do you cover the mechanised coal berths at Karaikal Port?
Yes. Aasutosh Marine covers the two mechanised coal jetties at Karaikal Port, coordinating marine stores, provisions and technical services around the 2,000 MT/hr coal conveyor operations and bulk discharge schedule.
Can you coordinate marine supplies for vessels at Karaikal Port?
Yes. Send vessel name, IMO, ETA and requirements to Aasutosh Marine. We coordinate sourcing, documentation and dockside delivery of all marine supplies at Karaikal Port (APSEZ), Karaikal, Puducherry.