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ISKANDAR PUTERI, 3 April 2024 – Port of Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd (PTP), a joint venture between the MMC Group and APM Terminals, announced today a recent signing of an agreement with Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. Ltd (ZPMC) for the purchase of five (5) Ultra Large Container Vessel (ULCV) Quay Cranes.
The agreement was formalised during a ceremony held at PTP, with PTP’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Hardiman, and ZPMC’s Vice President, Celilia Shen presiding over the signing.
PTP’s Chairman, Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh, expressed his confidence in the partnership, highlighting ZPMC’s well-established reputation in port equipment manufacturing.
He emphasised the strategic significance of the acquisition, stating that these advanced cranes represent a critical step in PTP’s ongoing commitment to delivering best-in-class capabilities and services to its customers and all other stakeholders.
“This latest investment in equipment emphasises PTP’s dedication to efficiently handle the rising volume of containerised cargo at its terminal, ultimately strengthening regional trade dynamics,” said Tan Sri Che Khalib.
Echoing these sentiments, Mark Hardiman reiterated the importance of this purchase within PTP’s comprehensive equipment modernisation strategy.
“The acquisition of these five ULCV quay cranes symbolises a significant expansion of capacity and upgrade of our equipment and facilities. This development marks a crucial advancement in PTP’s steadfast dedication to prioritising customer satisfaction by delivering enhanced capabilities and services. These technologically advanced machines will substantially augment PTP’s ability to enhance terminal efficiency and port-related activities, effectively managing the escalating volume of containerized cargo and facilitating swift and seamless regional trade while upholding the highest safety standards.”
“While PTP fortifies its operational capabilities, we remain firmly committed to our sustainability goals. The acquisition of these new cranes adheres to standards and guidelines that align with PTP’s adherence to the Paris Agreement and our commitment to environmentally responsible practices,” said Hardiman, adding that PTP’s ongoing efforts towards achieving a targeted 45% reduction in emissions by 2030 remains a critical aspect of its sustainability agenda.
On behalf of ZPMC, Shen conveyed ZPMC’s appreciation for PTP’s trust and affirmed their commitment to a timely delivery of the equipment. She highlighted the company’s pride in partnering with PTP, emphasizing ZPMC’s dedication to delivering innovative and reliable port equipment solutions.
Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) is China’s largest and the world’s largest manufacturers of cranes and large steel structures.
Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) is Malaysia’s busiest transshipment hub with a capacity to handle 13 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent unit) annually. The port delivers reliable, efficient, and advanced services to major shipping lines and box operators, providing shippers in Malaysia and abroad extensive connectivity to the global market. PTP is currently ranked 15th among the world top container ports, in throughput terms.
Photo Caption: PTP inks agreement with ZPMC to procure five units of ULCV quay cranes. The agreement was signed by PTP’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Hardiman, and ZPMC’s Vice President, Celilia Shen.
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Kontena Nasional Berhad (KNB) is Malaysia’s premier logistics company with 50 years of experience in logistics operations. KNB began operations in 1971 when containerisation was introduced to the country.
Since its inception, it has expanded its business from just container haulage to international freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution, supply chain solutions, cold chain solution and Halal logistics.
Today, KNB is one of Malaysia’s largest one-stop logistics companies providing comprehensive logistics solutions customised to customer’s requirements.
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ABOUT MMC CORPORATION BERHAD
MMC Corporation Berhad (“MMC”) is a leading utilities and infrastructure group with diversified businesses in Malaysia and abroad under four divisions, namely Ports and Logistics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering and Industrial Development. Its key businesses under the Ports and Logistics Division includes the port operations of Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd, Johor Port Berhad, Northport (Malaysia) Bhd, Penang Port Sdn Bhd, Tanjung Bruas Port Sdn Bhd and Kontena Nasional Berhad, a logistics provider. Internationally, MMC has presence in Saudi Arabia via Red Sea Gateway Terminal Company Limited, a container port terminal within the Jeddah Islamic Port.
Under the Energy and Utilities Division, Malakoff Corporation Berhad is the largest Independent Power Producer in Malaysia and its subsidiary, Alam Flora Sdn Bhd is one of the leading environmental management companies in the country. Under Gas Malaysia Berhad, MMC is the supplier of reticulated natural gas in Peninsular Malaysia operating and maintaining 2,600 kilometres of Natural Gas Distribution System network. Through Aliran Ihsan Resources Berhad, MMC provides full-fledge water services using high technology treatment in Malaysia.
MMC’s Engineering Division has played a leading role on the elevated section as well as the main contractor for the underground work package for the 51-kilometre Klang Valley Mass Rapid Transit (“KVMRT”) Kajang Line including 9.5 kilometres underground works. Currently, MMC is the main turnkey contractor for the entire 52.2 kilometres KVMRT Putrajaya Line. MMC has also successfully completed the 329-kilometre Ipoh-Padang Besar Electrified Double Tracking Project as well as the innovative Stormwater Management and Road Tunnel (“SMART”) motorway, the first of its kind, dual-purpose tunnel in the world.
MMC is currently in the final stage of completing the Langat Centralised Sewerage Treatment Plant which will serve 920,000 Population Equivalent and Langat 2 Water Treatment Plant which will supply 1,130 million litres of treated water per day.
MMC’s Industrial Development Division develops and manages approximately 5,000 acres of industrial developments namely Senai Airport City (“SAC”) and Tanjung Bin Industrial Park (“TBIP”) in Iskandar Malaysia, Johor and Northern Technocity (“NTC”) in Kulim Kedah. The SAC, TBIP and NTC developments come under the ambit of MMC’s Industrial Development Division, operating under three companies namely Senai Airport City Sdn Bhd, Seaport Worldwide Sdn Bhd and Northern Technocity Sdn Bhd.
In other business, through Senai Airport Terminal Services Sdn Bhd, MMC is the operator of Senai International Airport in Johor Bahru – the southern aviation hub and an important gateway to Iskandar Malaysia and Kerteh Airport in Terengganu.
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