Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP)

Port of Tanjung Pelepas orders 58 new electrified RTG cranes

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between MMC Group and APM Terminals, has signed an agreement with Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industry (ZPMC) to acquire 58 eco-efficient electrified rubber-tyred gantry (e-RTG) cranes.

PTP CEO Mark Hardiman and ZPMC Vice President Celilia Shen Qiu Yuan signed the agreement on 3 February 2025.

PTP Chairman Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh emphasized that this investment aligns with PTP’s expansion strategy, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas emerges as Gemini’s key trade hub

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), with its growing role as a trade hub for the Gemini Cooperation, emerges as a pivotal trade spot in the growing competitive landscape of Southeast Asia. The Malaysian port seems that it will enter a new era of competition with Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd believing it will be able to handle the alliance’s massive volumes.

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PTP hits 12M TEUs, a Malaysian first

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between Malaysia’s MMC Group and Netherlands-based APM Terminals, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first container terminal in Malaysia to handle over 12,253,309 TEUs in a single year, reaching this record-breaking volume in 2024.

PTP Chairman, Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh, expressed immense pride in this accomplishment, and stated, “2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary. It is gratifying to witness how PTP has risen to the...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas sets record with over 1.1 million TEUs in July

In July, Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), operated by MMC Group and APM Terminals, has set a new milestone by handling 1,115,181 TEUs in a single month.

This achievement surpasses the port’s previous record of 1,077,747 TEUs set in May this year.

“Our ability to achieve this record-breaking performance without any congestion solidifies PTP’s role as an indispensable link in the global supply chains,” stated Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh, PTP Chairman, conveying his deep satisfaction with reaching...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas surpasses 1 million TEUs in a single month

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between Malaysia’s MMC Group and Netherlands-based APM Terminals, has reached a significant milestone by handling 1,077,747 TEUs in a single month.

This achievement, accomplished without any congestion, solidifies PTP’s position as Malaysia’s busiest and largest transshipment hub.

In 2022, PTP made history as the first container terminal in Malaysia to surpass 1 million TEUs in a month, setting a record of 1,001,819 TEUs at that time.

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Aidrivers & Terberg complete autonomous terminal truck deployment at Port of Tanjung Pelepas

Aidrivers, in collaboration with Terberg Tractors Malaysia (TTM), announced the successful completion of Phase 2 of autonomous operations at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP).

This marks a significant step forward in integrating autonomous technology into port operations amidst mixed traffic, showcasing innovation in the maritime industry.

Following the achievements of Phase 1, Aidrivers and TTM conducted further rigorous testing, deploying TTM’s Drive-by-Wire ready diesel terminal tractor...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas secures deal for new ULCV quay cranes

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between the MMC Group and APM Terminals, has finalized a deal with Sany Marine Heavy Industry to purchase six units of ultra-large container vessel (ULCV) quay cranes.

The agreement, sealed by PTP CEO Mark Hardiman and Sany Marine CEO Jeff Fu on 23 February, marks a significant milestone for the Malaysian port.

Chairman of PTP, Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh emphasized that acquiring six ULCV quay cranes is a strategic move, underlining PTP’s...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas appoints new CEO

Mark Hardiman will be the new chief executive officer (CEO) of Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), the major container port of Malaysia.

Hardiman, who has served the role of CEO at Port of Salalah in Oman, will replace Marco Neelsen, who steps down from the role after seven years.

Commenting on his new role, Hardiman said, “I am honoured to be part of PTP, an established regional transshipment hub with a long and successful track record in the industry. I look forward to working with the board of...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas and Mitsui sign deal for 48 electric RTG cranes

The Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between the MMC Group and APM Terminals, signed a deal with Mitsui E&S for the acquisition of 48 electric rubber tyre gantry cranes.

The signing ceremony, held at PTP on 20 December 2023, involved PTP CEO Marco Neelsen and Mitsui’s general manager of the sales department in the logistics systems division Atsufumi Takahashi.

Both parties aim to establish a long-standing partnership encompassing equipment procurement, inventory management, and...

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Port of Tanjung Pelepas to add 1 million TEU in 2022

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) will invest US$178.7 million (RM750 million) to expand its capacity by almost 1 million TEU during 2022.

More specifically, the Malaysian port that currently has a capacity of 11.5 million TEU, is projected to grow to 12.5 million TEU within the next six months.

“We will receive 18 new quayside and yard cranes, as well as an ongoing yard expansion,” declared the ports CEO, Marco Neelsen.

He also unveiled plans for the installation of one more berth close to Berth 1,...

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