In August 2024, Johor Port Berhad (Johor Port), a member of MMC Group, recorded its highest monthly throughput of 102,324 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units), making it the highest monthly throughput in its history and overtaking the previous record of 99,039 TEUs, handled in the month of July 2019.

For the first eight months of the year, Johor Port recorded an impressive throughput of 698,914 TEUs, representing an increase of 100,201 TEUs or 16.7% compared to the same period last year. This reflects a robust growth attributed to increased trade activities in Johor and improved level of service by the port.

These record numbers underscore Johor Port’s capability to handle large volumes and its ability to support local importers, exporters and industries in Malaysia’s southern region. August has also been the busiest month ever with 102,324 TEUs handled, and achieving this record throughput in Johor Port’s history is a remarkable milestone for the company.

Despite handling an average of 1,700 external hauliers at Johor Port’s gates daily with high yard utilisation of up to 120% at times, Johor Port faced neither operational hiccups nor bottlenecks at the gates.

The Truck Turnaround Time was also well-managed, with almost all trucks being served in under 45 minutes despite surges in volume, resulting in higher number of hauliers accessing the port.

The Shipping Association Malaysia (SAM), Johor Chapter, acknowledged that Johor Port’s throughput achievement in August was remarkable given the ongoing challenges arising from the recent global supply chain disruption affecting many ports globally. During the crisis, Johor Port has managed its operations efficiently, especially during the busy period and recorded short vessel waiting times. Its efficiency even extended to successfully provided Berth on Arrival for most of the vessels arriving out of window.

Johor Port’s focus remains on strengthening its competitive edge and continuing to offer unparalleled value to its customers. The port is geared up for the challenges ahead and is confident in its productivity and operational processes, catering to the needs and expectations of Johor Port’s customers and stakeholders.