Building Blocks of Vizag's Economy
Established: 1982 | Capacity: 7.3 MTPA | Employees: 16,000+
India's largest shore-based integrated steel plant, a cornerstone of Vizag's industrial economy providing thousands of jobs and supporting ancillary industries.
Type: Major Port | Cargo Handling: 70+ MMT annually
One of India's largest and most efficient ports, handling diverse cargo including containers, coal, iron ore, and petroleum products. Critical infrastructure for industrial growth.
Established: 1941 | Type: Defense & Commercial Shipbuilding
India's oldest shipyard, building naval vessels, submarines, and commercial ships. A major employer and technology hub in the defense sector.
Capacity: 8.3 MMTPA | Investment: ₹35,000+ Crore
Major petroleum refinery serving the eastern and southern regions of India, providing fuel security and employment.
Visakhapatnam hosts numerous pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing units, contributing significantly to exports and employment in the region.