Under the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) initiatives issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Kamarajar Port Limited has emerged as a benchmark for modern maritime infrastructure and efficient port operations.

Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS)

Installed in 2015 with an investment of Rs. 14.10 crore, the Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) utilises radar, Automatic Identification System (AIS), CCTV surveillance and meteorological aids to ensure safe navigation and enhanced security for vessels up to 24 nautical miles offshore.

RFID & ANPR Gate Control System

As part of Ease of Doing Business, KPL has upgraded the Gate Control System from RFID based to RFID & ANPR based Gate Control System. This new RFID & ANPR based Gate Control System has been operational at all the gates effective from May-2025.

The new techno-features of RFID & ANPR based Gate Control System are listed below:

• Latest access technologies i.e., RFID, ANPR, Contactless fingerprint recognition & QR code for validation of Port entry/exit of Men and Vehicles.
• Vehicles are allowed speedy entry by automatic opening of the gate barrier when the fastag of the vehicle is read by the RFID reader.
• Port users are allowed access into the Port gates through flap-barrier upon successful authentication through RFID / QR code pass / touchless biometric reader.
• Provision for validating the entry of Drivers without getting down from the vehicle through RFID / QR code pass / touchless biometric reader.
• Two factor authentication for entry of vehicles through integration with FasTag and ANPR camera.
• Automatic number plate recognition to happen during vehicle entry / exit in sync with RFID access. Automatic License Plate Capturing System (ANPR) and recording with strong analytic reporting unified platform. Reading accuracy of the characters read from the number plate (English alphanumeric characters to have 98% accuracy).
• Real time Dashboard for visualization of vehicles & men entry / exit reports & status.
• The RFID & ANPR based Gate Control System was implemented at Entry/Exit of Two Wheeler Lane, Main Lane and ODC Lane of the New Gate Complex and Truck Pre-parking yard. Upon implementation of RFID & ANPR based Gate Control System at Truck Pre-Parking Yard, the Turnaround time (TAT) of container trailer movement from Truck Parking Yard to Container Terminal was reduced from 10 mins to 2 mins.
• The KPL’s Pass Issuance System is integrated with FasTAG for vehicle identification and IBTrack under NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CONTAINER FREIGHT STATIONS (NACFS) for Container trailers identification.

Integrated Command & Control Centre (ICCC)

KPL has developed an Integrated Command & Control Center (ICCC) covering various modules. ICCC enables collation of information and collaborative monitoring, thus helping in data analysis for quicker decision making. Intelligent operations capability ensures integrated data visualisation, real-time collaboration and deep analytics that help different stakeholders prepare for exigencies, coordinate, manage response efforts, and enhance ongoing efficiency of port operations & maintenance. ICCC Platform will be the base Software/Platform on which all other software like Video Management System, Video Analytics, IoT Management System, GIS, etc. will get integrated/layered.

In Phase-1 development KPL has integrated the following Systems/Modules under ICCC:

1. Video Management – CCTV Feed
2. Security Management through Video Analytics
3. Monitoring of Electricity Distribution & Smart Street Lights
4. Monitoring of Drinking Water Distribution
5. Solid Waste Management
6. Public Addressing System
7. Disaster Management & Emergency Response
8. Drone based Survey & Mapping of Assets in GIS
9. Integration of existing Systems:
   • Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
   • Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS)
   • Permit & Gate System

The ICCC empowers KPL with real-time data visualization, collaboration, and analytics, enabling faster response times, better resource utilization, and proactive management of port operations.

Container Tracking System (Logistics Data Bank)

Launched on 28 November 2019, the Container Tracking System uses RFID technology to monitor container movement. The system is integrated with FOIS-Rail and Terminal Operating Systems (TOS) to enhance logistics efficiency and cargo visibility.

Mobile X-Ray Container Scanner

Operational since July 2021, the Mobile X-Ray Container Scanner, installed at a cost of Rs. 35 crore, is capable of scanning up to 22 containers per hour. The facility strengthens security and inspection processes, particularly for un-shredded metallic scrap.

Solar Power Plant

Commissioned on 21 January 2023, the 300 kWp Solar Power Plant supplies approximately 50% of the port’s power requirements, supporting sustainable operations and significantly reducing carbon emissions.