Manila International Container Terminal (MICT)

MICT boosts container capacity and improves efficiency

Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), the flagship operation of International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) and one of the Philippines’ largest and most advanced container terminals, continues to enhance capacity and efficiency through infrastructure upgrades, equipment modernization, and digital innovations.

To accommodate growing demand, MICT is constructing Berth 8, designed to handle ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs) of up to 18,000 TEUs. This expansion will increase...

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MICT boosts sustainability with new hybrid RTGs and expansion plans

Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), the flagship terminal of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) and the Philippines’ primary international trade gateway, has made a significant move to address customer needs while promoting eco-friendly operations with the arrival of eight hybrid rubber-tired gantries (RTGs) equipped with near-zero emission (NZE) technology.

Built by Japan’s Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding (MES), these state-of-the-art RTGs highlight MICT’s...

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ICTSI’s Manila International Container Terminal receives first LNG-powered boxship

The flagship terminal of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) received the inaugural call of CMA CGM Passion, the first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered container vessel to dock at the terminal.

The 7,327 TEU boxship, which docked at the terminal on 26 September, has been deployed on CNC’s KCS service rotation, offering direct sailings between South China and the Philippines. This weekly service, operated by CMA CGM’s...

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ICTSI boosts Manila terminal operations with new cranes

ICTSI’s flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) in the Philippines has completed the commissioning of its three new quay cranes.

With this latest investment, the global operator International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) aims to enhance the terminal’s capacity to handle the increasing demands of modern container shipping.

“The acquisition of these new quay cranes represents a significant step forward to MICT’s expansion and modernization. Their addition enables us to...

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ICTSI to build US$800 million, 2 million TEU container terminal

Global port and terminal operator International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is building a new international container terminal in Bauan, Batangas, Philippines.

The new terminal will be the largest privately funded marine terminal investment in the country’s history and will be the second-largest container facility after ICTSI’s flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) in the Port of Manila.

With design and engineering studies well underway, ICTSI will begin...

https://container-news.com/ictsi-to-build-us800-million-2-million-teu-container-terminal/

ICTSI Manila boosts operations with next-generation cranes

With the recent arrival of three new quay cranes at its flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has significantly bolstered its capacity to accommodate foreign ultra-container vessels.

Manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industry Co. Ltd. (ZPMC), the new machines are two post-Panamax cranes with a reach of 18 rows across for Berths 3 and 4, and one neo-Panamax crane with a reach of 20 rows across designated for Berth 7.

Th...

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ICTSI’s MICT reaches 50 million TEU milestone

Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), International Container Terminal Service, Inc.’s (ICTSI) flagship terminal, celebrates another milestone by handling its 50 millionth TEU.

The Philippine terminal unloaded the 50 millionth TEU container from Ocean Network Express (ONE)-operated boxship Seabreeze in a shipment owned by HRD Singapore PTE Ltd.

“Leveraging cutting-edge technology, MICT has been at the forefront of innovation within the Philippine port industry since starting operations...

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ICTSI’s investments in Manila terminal exceed US$20 million in 10 years

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has invested more than US$20 million in Information Technology (IT) for the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) over the last 10 years.

“The hefty investments in technology are meant to crisis-proof the terminal, safeguard shipments and system processes, maximize the efficiency of its operations and maintain ICTSI’s world-class brand of customer service,” said Christian R. Gonzalez, ICTSI executive vice president.

Laying the...

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ICTSI Manila enhances yard equipment

ICTSI’s Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) has recently taken delivery of eight new Mitsui hybrid rubber tired gantry (RTG) cranes for its container yard to further improve operational efficiency.

The flagship terminal of ICTSI at the Port of Manila has decided to enhance its operating capabilities in light of growing volumes.

The latest acquisition expands MICT’s RTG fleet to 52 units, 40 of which are hybrids powered by a combination of lithium-ion battery and smaller diesel engine.

MI...

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ICTSI adds new berth in Manila International Container Terminal

International Container Terminal Services (ICTSI) is expanding the capacity of its flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) with the ongoing development of berth 8.

The construction of the new berth, which will be done in two phases, is anticipated to allow MICT to handle increasing volume demand and serve efficiently container ships with a carrying capacity of up to 18,000 TEU.

“Berth 8 will be a game-changer for the city, it will take Manila’s port capabilities to a whole new...

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