Cargo King’s Record
MUMBAI
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) announced a powerhouse financial performance for the 2026 fiscal year, proving that even global supply chain volatility couldn’t slow its momentum.
India’s largest transport operator reported a 16% rise in net profit, reaching a record ₹12,782 crore, while total revenue surged by 25% to ₹38,736 crore.
The defining achievement of the year was APSEZ becoming the first Indian operator to handle over 500 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo in a single year. This milestone was supported by explosive growth in non-port sectors, the logistics business grew by 55%, while the marine services segment skyrocketed by 134% following a major fleet expansion to 136 vessels.
While domestic port revenue grew a steady 13%, the company’s international operations stole the show with a 34% revenue jump. This was largely driven by the successful integration of the NQXT terminal in Australia and a significant ramp-up at their Colombo facility.
CEO Ashwani Gupta emphasized that this is just the beginning of a decade-long expansion. The company has set a bold target to double its revenue and EBITDA by 2031, with a goal to reach one billion tonnes of annual cargo by December 2030.
“Our journey is far from complete,” Gupta stated, noting that future growth will be funded through internal cash flows. “We are scaling up asset-light services and expanding our marine fleet while maintaining a disciplined approach to capital.”
To reward shareholders for this record-breaking year, the board has proposed a dividend of ₹7.5 per share. As APSEZ continues to dominate the Indian coastline and expand its global footprint, it is firmly positioning itself as one of the world’s most formidable integrated transport utilities.