Port Klang edges closer to top ten ranking

The Port Klang Authority said the port’s positive growth can be attributed to several factors, mainly efficient and productive terminal operators, strong support from the logistics community and the use of advanced and greener cargo handling equipment.

“The strong cooperation and coordination between the Port Authority and the terminal operators in resolving operational issues has raised the confidence level of port users,” Port Klang Authority said in a press release.

The port registered a positive growth of 10.8% in container handling during 2016 when compared with 2015, handling a total of 13,169,577 teu.

In terms of container throughput, the port registered growth of 3.6 % and export throughput was also up by 3.9 %.

Away from the bottom line, Port Klang has been growing positively in other areas too.

Both Northport and Westports have also been working hard to adopt green technology embracing the government’s commitment towards enhancing environmental preservation and sustainable development of the port industry.

It does its best to use energy efficient port equipment and has put in place other green initiatives that include a ship and domestic waste management system and the use of energy efficient lighting in the port areas.

In recognition of these efforts, Port Klang was presented the Green Ports Award Scheme (GPAS) by APEC Port Services Network (APSN) in November 2016.

Port Klang won’t be resting on its laurels though. It said that given the challenges ahead in 2017, it will continuously strive to meet the expectations of both customers and stakeholders.