The Vizhinjam Port in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, has emerged as a significant shipping hub due to the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, which has increased tensions with Iran. Following the announcement by US President Donald Trump that the US Navy will block ships in the Strait, around 100 ships from various international shipping companies are waiting for berths at Vizhinjam. The port's strategic location offers a more efficient route for vessels heading to the UAE, reducing travel time and fuel costs compared to reaching other ports like Mumbai in Maharashtra or Mundra in Gujarat. Developed by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), the port is designed to enhance India's role in global trade. However, it currently faces significant space constraints, as its Phase 1 can only handle 1 million TEUs and is primarily occupied by the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). This limitation could lead to substantial revenue losses for the port, prompting plans for a Rs 10,000 crore expansion to increase berth size from 800m to 2,000m by 2028.