On 30 September 2024, Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd (PTP), a member of MMC Group, took another significant step in its expansion plans by signing an agreement with Sany Marine Heavy Industry Co Ltd (Sany) for the purchase of four new quay cranes. The four new quay cranes, which will be part of the current 58 quay cranes are expected to sustain and increase PTP’s capacity. Subsequently, it would boost the handling of the day-to-day operations even further.

Attended the signing ceremony, Mark Hardiman, Chief Executive Officer of PTP and Jeff Fu, Chief Executive Officer of Sany, inked and exchanged the agreement which also includes an option to purchase an additional four Super Post-Panamax (SPP) quay cranes from Sany in the near future.

This agreement followed closely on the heels of PTP’s procurements of 11 quay cranes earlier this year to bolster operational capabilities, in which six cranes were also purchased from Sany in February 2024.

To continue reinforcing PTP’s standing as Malaysia’s leading transshipment hub and a key player in the regional maritime industry, the procurement of these state-of-the-art cranes marks a pivotal moment as it would signify the elevated capabilities of the port. The acquisition also forms an essential part of PTP’s broader strategy to modernise its equipment and maintain unparalleled operational efficiency.

The additional quay cranes would also allow PTP to handle peak periods and high cargo volumes with greater efficiency, resulting in quicker vessel turnaround times and overall improved operations. This leads to smoother and more predictable outcomes for all stakeholders, while maintaining the highest safety standards. In the long run, PTP will be able to cater for more customers within short period of time.