PORT OF TANJUNG PELEPAS GOES LIVE WITH KALERIS 4.0 TERMINAL OPERATING SYSTEM

ISKANDAR PUTERI, 9 December 2024 – Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between MMC Group and APM Terminals, successfully implemented Kaleris’ latest Navis N4 4.0 container terminal operating system, marking a significant step forward in enhancing performance and efficiency at its terminal.

PTP had been utilising the Navis N4 system since 2019, and this fourth-generation upgrade further cemented its readiness to handle future volume growth seamlessly while maintaining operational excellence. It also marked the largest-scale “go live” of the N4 4.0 system globally to date.

The transition was achieved seamlessly, with uninterrupted service for customers while boosting terminal productivity. Notably, PTP achieved a milestone during this period, deploying up to 48 cranes per 12-hour shift over the course of the port go-live weekend. This deployment marked the highest in PTP’s history, putting the new system and processes to an immediate and rigorous real-world test.

PTP’s Chairman, Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh, emphasised the importance of this strategic upgrade in strengthening PTP’s position as Malaysia’s largest transshipment hub and reaffirming its standing among the world’s most efficient and high-volume container terminals.

“It is truly remarkable to witness this upgrade successfully implemented on schedule and without any unplanned disruption to our port’s daily operations. Moreover, subjecting the system to real-world stress tests has demonstrated its robustness and readiness to meet

future challenges. This is a moment of pride for PTP and reinforces our commitment to serving our customers with greater excellence,” he remarked.

PTP’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Hardiman commended this accomplishment, attributing it to months of meticulous planning and collaboration with service provider, Kaleris, and joint venture shareholder, APM Terminals, whose expertise ensured a seamless and safe transition.

“A system upgrade of this size and scale, executed with such precision, is a remarkable feat. Going live in just two and a half hours, ramping up 38 cranes within five hours, and achieving zero critical glitches reflect exceptional change management, adoption of new processes and frontline technology integration. This success is a testament to the hard work, dedication and collaborative efforts of our teams and partners,” he said.

“PTP has always prioritised people, technology and processes, with safety as a core value and customers at the heart of our operations. Our strategic focus on innovation, digital transformation and sustainable growth thereby ensures we create an optimal environment for greater safety and customer satisfaction by delivering reliable, timely services through enhanced terminal efficiency and expanded capacity,” he added.

This N4 4.0 system upgrade, spearheaded by PTP’s Chief Operations Officer, Joe Schofield, bolsters PTP’s extensive terminal infrastructure, comprising a total of 58 quay cranes, 199 RTG cranes, 572 prime movers and 743 trailers, spanning a 5.1-kilometre berth, and facilitating throughputs of over 1 million TEUs per month. Key features of the N4 4.0, namely Kafka messaging and improved software configurations, have significantly enhanced system speed, uptime and the stability of the extreme performance system (XPS) client. It also further enhances the PTP-Kaleris jointly developed Terminal Truck Optimiser (TTO) module, delivering a smoother, faster user experience.

PTP is recognised as the fifth most efficient container port in the world, according to the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) 2023 by The World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence. PTP currently ranks 15th among the world’s top container ports in terms of volume throughput, as outlined in Lloyd’s List.