Adani Krishnapatnam Port Limited (AKPL) on Monday announced that it executed specialised double banking operation involving MT AU Libra, which was berthed alongside MT Spica while both the vessels were simultaneously discharging edible oil cargo at the port premises in SPSR Nellore district.

Double banking is a specialised marine operation in which one vessel is berthed alongside another vessel to allow simultaneous cargo operations. It requires precise planning, dedicated infrastructure, and skilled manpower. Only a limited number of ports in India possess the technical capability and operational readiness to perform safe double banking.

This capability enhances operational efficiency, relieves congestion, and supports environmental objectives. With this execution, the AKPL asserts that it is a high capacity port for bulk liquid cargo operations. It has deployed the specialised infrastructure and equipment, besides trained personnel to ensure safe double banking operations.

The AKPL management said that double banking would increase berth utilisation and reduces vessel turnaround time, enabling quicker discharge and departure. Shorter port stays translate into reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions from auxiliary engines, supporting the port’s environmental performance, they said.