On 23 February 2024, Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) successfully inked an agreement with Sany Marine Heavy Industry Co. Ltd to procure six units of Ultra Large Container Vessel (ULCV) quay cranes.

The agreement was signed during a ceremony held at PTP between Mark Hardiman, Chief Executive Officer of PTP, and Jeff Fu, Chief Executive Officer of Sany Marine.

ULCV Quay Cranes are specialised gantry cranes used in ports to load and unload cargo containers between ships and container trucks. The cranes, each boasting a lifting capacity of 65 tons will be specifically designed to handle the latest generation of ultra large container vessels with capacities exceeding 24,000 TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit).

This acquisition of six ULCV quay cranes represents a pivotal step forward in PTP’s commitment to providing top tier capabilities and services to its valued customers. These technologically advanced cranes will significantly enhance PTP’s ability to efficiently handle the ever-growing volume of containerised cargo, ensuring swift and seamless trade within the region.

Beyond boosting capacity, PTP also sees the purchase of these new ULCV quay cranes as an opportunity to advance its sustainability goals. These cranes are expected to contribute to a 45% emissions reduction by 2030, supporting PTP’s commitment to the Paris Agreement and efficient operations.

SANY Heavy Industry is China’s largest and the world’s third-largest engineering machinery manufacturer.