premier port - Port Klang Authority

SPECIAL E DITION 2009
P
SHAPING MALAYSIA’S
REMIER PORT
Seizing the potential
Inside this issue
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PORT KLANG - MALAYSIA’S PREMIER PORT
PKA’s Chairman & new General Manager lay down
the ground rules for pushing Port Klang to a higher level of performance.
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PORT KLANG AUTHORITY
Mail Bag Service 202, Jalan Pelabuhan,
42005 Port Klang, Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: 603-3168 8211
Fax: 603-3167 0211 / 3168 8228
www.pka.gov.my
THE AWARD WINNING PORT
Northport is Malaysia’s largest multi-purpose port
operator & one of the most important hub ports in
the region.
12 Westports
15 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
An outstanding Malaysian achievement, having
moved 30 million boxes and saved billions for the
country in the last 15 years.
Management Team
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KEE LIAN YONG
General Manager
YOUR SMART INVESTMENT
Loaded with a unique bundle of competitive
advantages for manufacturing, trading and logistic
activities.
CAPT DAVID RAJAN PADMAN
Assistant General Manager (Regulatory)
IR A MURYTHARAN
Assistant General Manager (Engineering)
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TN HAJI SALIHUDDIN B YUSSUF
Assistant General Manager (Administration)
Associates
FORWARDING INTO THE FUTURE
Selangor Freight Forwarders & Logistics Association
prepares its members through training & education.
AZURA BT MUHAMAD
Assistant General Manager (Corporate)
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RESPECTED, RECOGNISED & WORLD-CLASS
In Port Klang, the Royal Malaysian Customs is not
only present but playing an active role to help
enhance the reputation of Malaysia’s premier port.
GATEWAY is the official magazine of Port Klang Authority
(PKA). The publication covers issues, trends and
developments affecting Port Klang and the Malaysian port
industry in general.
News from the local front.
International port and maritime industry
updates.
Upcoming events for the industry.
All care is exercised to ensure that facts presented herein
are correct. PKA and its editorial and design agencies
shall not be held liable for any loss, action or damages
arising from the content published in GATEWAY.
Copyright © Port Klang Authority 2009
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23 Radar
More than a century ago, Sir Frank Swettenham envisaged the emergence of
Port Klang as a robust centre for trade and commerce. That vision has since
been amply realised with Port Klang ranking as one of the world’s top ports
today, an emblem of pride for Malaysia.
Indeed, Port Klang bustles with all the excitement and dynamism of a major
port. Yet, there is still a vast ocean of business and economic potential to be
realised. Determined to steer Port Klang to a higher level of performance, we at
Port Klang Authority are confident of success with the support and cooperation
of all our stakeholders.
This spirit of collaboration is the essence of our way forward. It is reflected by
the new GATEWAY that we proudly bring you. Up until a year ago, the publication
took the form of a newsletter. Recently, we decided it was time to upgrade it into
a magazine format to allow discussions of pertinent industry issues, trends and
developments, while giving voice to the policy makers, statutory bodies and
private sector players who collectively define Port Klang.
I am happy to say that our maiden effort met with enthusiastic response. As
a result, we are able to present you with a variety of stories that, together, reintroduce Port Klang as she stands today – one world-class port constituted
by several outstanding components in their own right, namely, Northport,
Westports and Port Klang Free Zone. We are also grateful to Selangor Freight
Forwarders & Logistics Association and the Customs Department of Selangor
for speaking on their roles vis-à-vis the continued growth and development of
Port Klang.
On behalf of PKA, I now invite you to peruse the maiden magazine issue of
GATEWAY. We hope you will not only enjoy the publication but also feel free to
give us your feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Thank you.
KEE LIAN YONG
General Manager
Port Klang Authority
welcome
A BRAND NEW GATEWAY
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HISTORY OF GROWTH
On July 1, 1963, the administration of Port
Klang was transferred from MRA to Port
Klang Authority (PKA), a statutory corporation
established for this purpose. Growing with
the nation, the port recorded tremendous
traffic volume increases that necessitated
the expansion of port facilities and services.
In August 1973, Port Klang joined the ranks
of container ports with the arrival of its first
cellular vessel, the Tokyo Bay.
Port Klang (formerly known as Port
Swettenham) came into being at the dawn of the
20th century as a gateway for exporting rubber
and tin from the Malayan peninsula to the
world. Port Klang – then owned and operated
by the Malayan Railway Administration (MRA)
– was already imbued with a host of distinct
geo-economic advantages that would spur its
rapid growth which, in turn, necessitated the
progressive addition of new berths and other
facilities.
In tandem with national policy, PKA
subsequently facilitated the privatisation of
certain operational facilities and port services
to three principal parties – Klang Container
Terminal, Klang Port Management Sdn Bhd
and Kelang Multi Terminal Sdn Bhd.
As landlord, regulator and trade facilitator, PKA
focussed on port planning and development,
regulatory oversight of privatised facilities,
trade facilitation and asset management.
The Authority also sought to promote port
growth through the establishment of proper
performance standards, and safety and
pricing policies.
In response to changing times, PKA also
expanded its services. These included
handling the declaration of dangerous
goods passing through Port Klang and the
implementation of a highly sophisticated
vessel traffic management system to ensure
greater navigational safety.
Under PKA, Port Klang has demonstrated its
success by becoming the national load centre,
accounting for more than 49.3 per cent of the
total trade handled by selected ports in the
peninsula last year. Port Klang is now vigorously
evolving into a regional cargo trans-shipment
hub, defying earlier predictions that such a role
was totally inconceivable.
STRATEGIC LOCATION
Port Klang is located on the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, about
40 km from Kuala Lumpur. It is ideally placed to capitalise on domestic
and international markets. Port Klang enjoys excellent access to a strong
indigenous cargo base, thanks to its close proximity to the commercial
and industrial hub of Klang Valley. This is an outstanding advantage that
attracts Main Line Operators to call on Port Klang. Its ideal geographical
location makes it the first port of call for ships on the eastbound leg and the
last port of call on the westbound leg of the Far East-Europe trade route.
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PORT KLANG
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Malaysia’s Premier World-class Port
Port Klang is today ranked as one of the top 15 container ports in the world, connecting Malaysia with
more than 500 ports in over 120 countries across the globe. The latest technology and facilities at Port
Klang are supply driven and are designed to meet the growth and demands of the shipping industry.
TWIN GATEWAYS
Services at a Glance
Port Klang features two port terminals which are privately owned and managed, and well-served by
excellent infrastructure.
Northport is Malaysia’s largest multi-purpose
port operator, handling 60% of the nation’s
trade. It is also Malaysia’s pioneer port,
bringing with it 103 years of rich heritage
in port dynamics. (see page 10 for more
information)
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Container
Conventional
Liquid Bulk
Dry Bulk
Free Commercial Zone
Distribution Parks
Dangerous Goods
Passenger Terminal
Visitor Terminal
VTMS
General Services
One Stop Agency
Westports’ conventional terminal began
operations in 1994, and now ranks among the
world’s top 10 ports in term of state-of-the-art
infrastructure and facilities. (see page 12 for
more information)
PORT KLANG FREE ZONE
Spanning 1,000 acres, Port Klang Free Zone
(PKFZ) is a mixed development comprising
manufacturing, trading and logistic activities,
complemented by amenities designed to
facilitate the growth of regional distribution
centres or international procurement centres.
(see page 14 for more information)
BRIGHT PROSPECTS
Given its propensity for growth, there is no
doubt that Port Klang will increasingly figure as
an important port in the development of trade
in the region, spurred by the opportunities
arising from changing times and tides of
trading regimes and shipping patterns.
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RISING
TO THE
CHALLENGE
KEE LIAN YONG
General Manager Port Klang Authority
PKA General Manager, Kee Lian Yong, speaks on his plans to drive
Port Klang to an even higher level of performance.
Much of Port Klang’s success is attributable to the role and contributions
of Port Klang Authority (PKA), the regulatory body responsible for
overseeing, managing and stimulating port growth and development.
With a distinguished track record spanning over five decades, it now
sets sights on the future with the hope of taking Port Klang to a whole
new level of performance as Malaysia’s premier world-class port.
The task of realising these lofty aspirations is entrusted to Kee Lian Yong,
recently appointed to helm PKA as its General Manager. Armed with
over 25 years of experience in the private and corporate sector, he
envisions a new PKA that is even more efficient, effective and responsive
to handle the plenitude of commercial opportunities and challenges that
will inevitably emerge.
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In a little over three months since taking office, Kee has been busy
setting the wheels of change in motion. GATEWAY speaks to the man
on what the industry and PKA insiders can expect.
Q: What were your views about PKA before joining?
KEE: Managing something as massive as Port Klang cannot be easy.
So, given its monumental task, PKA has accomplished quite a lot. It
has helped turn Port Klang into one of the world’s top 15 ports. This is
no small achievement and it has a tremendous significance and impact
on Malaysian trade and industry. However, I have always felt that PKA
could easily become much better. Any project, whether private or
government, can rise to even higher standards of performance if the
people who handle it are prepared to work with commitment, dedication
and integrity.
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K E E P I N G U P W ITH K E E
“Port Klang has been ranked the
15th best container port in the world
for two years running now.”
Q:How did you feel about moving from the private to the
government sector?
KEE: I enjoy taking on new and different challenges. So, I regard my
role in enhancing PKA’s performance as a personal challenge as well as
an opportunity to put my years of corporate experience to good use.
In my view, while there are differences between the two sectors, in
some respects, they are not very different. For instance, private sector
companies have to be revenue and profit-driven. However, statutory
bodies have equally real and measurable performance indices to meet. In
PKA’s case, we have to be more dynamic and service-oriented. I believe I
can help enhance our performance management culture, incorporating
good customer service, executional efficiency and effectiveness, resultorientation and so on. These operational parameters determine every
organisation’s role and relevance.
• Kee is a qualified accountant and a member of
Chartered & Certified Accountants, UK and Malaysia Institute of Accountants.
• In 25 years, he has held senior corporate management positions in 10 public-listed
companies in Malaysia and London.
• Kee has worked in diverse industries, including property development, construction,
engineering, education and manufacturing.
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His philosophy in life is “Conscience incorporates two aspects; good intention and
good commitment. And only then, can you truly
contribute to society,”.
Q:Clearly, business is burgeoning in Port Klang. How will PKA’s role
change or improve in order to cope?
KEE: Port Klang surges with business and commercial activity. As such, it
is important that PKA strengthens its role as a port authority and regulator.
We need to achieve a good balance of commercial considerations and
regulatory aspects in order to safeguard the interests of the public and
industry. We will also actively moderate between service providers
and industry players. Finally, we also have to be mindful of providing
adequate port facilities for all players, both big or small.
Q:Are you facing any major challenges?
KEE: Not really. However, there are issues to be resolved - for example,
inter-terminal competition and competition between regional and
international ports. In order to be regarded as the preferred port of
call, we need to keep up with the dynamically changing demands of the
shipping lines and improve ourselves continuously.
Q:What’s the outlook for Port Klang?
KEE: Port Klang has been ranked the 15th best container port in the
world. We have also been experiencing double-digit growth, at an
average of 10% growth annually. In 2008, we recorded a volume
increase to 8 million TEU. We expect our volume growth to continue
in 2009 even though we may experience a slight decline in percentage
terms, due to impact of the global financial crisis. We are poised and
eager to accelerate our growth again when the economy recovers.
Q:What pro-growth measures has PKA set for Port Klang?
KEE: At the local level, we are looking into various measure to boost
our efficiency, tonnage capacity and productivity. Concurrently, we are
working with the government to streamline the country’s entire port
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FOCUS
The success of Port Klang Authority (PKA) is heavily attributed to the expertise and hard-work of its employees.
industry with the view to strengthening our international position. We
have duly set our KPIs.
Q:What are some of the key thrusts required to enable Port Klang
to achieve its full potential?
KEE: PKA has to initiate different ways to develop Port Klang with the
port terminal operators. This will enhance and optimise the usage of
port facilities. We also have to capitalise on Port Klang’s strengths. Of
course, another important aspect is strategic and pro-active marketing
and port promotions. In addition to that, another key element would be
to reposition PKFZ.
Q:As the General Manager of PKA, how are you playing a role in
repositioning the Port Klang Free Zone?
KEE: I have been appointed as a member of the Task Force which the
government set up to develop a moving forward plan for PKFZ. With my
years of corporate and crisis management experience, I intend to play
an active role in assisting in the financial restructuring aspects of PKFZ
Kee and his top
management team
L-R: Azura Bt Muhamad,
Capt David Rajan Padman,
Kee Lian Yong,
Tn Haji Salihuddin B Yussuf,
Ir A Murytharan
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and re-examining its business model. Besides that, I will be engaging in
dialogues with the various stakeholders, like government agencies and
investors.
Q:It’s only been 3 months plus since you took over the helm of PKA.
How has the experience been so far?
KEE: My job is to help to restore PKA’s focus and priorities to making Port
Klang Malaysia’s premier world class port. I’m happy to say that the PKA
Board have been fully supportive. At the same time, the management and
staff clearly take their roles seriously. Our efforts are facilitated by the
very good working relationship that PKA enjoys with all stakeholders. As
such, we have been able to hold dialogues, meetings, discussions and
networking sessions with all relevant quarters - government ministries,
industry organisations, terminal operators and even their customers.
This is an excellent foundation for PKA to continuously review our
position and utilise our resources to maximum effect in planning ahead
for the whole port industry in Malaysia.
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GOOD
STEWARDSHIP
PKA moving forward for better
governance, accountability and
responsibility.
DATO’ LEE HWA BENG
Chairman Port Klang Authority
The controversy surrounding PKFZ continues to rage in the public and
political domains. Understandably, it has affected public perception of
PKA and impeded business opportunities to some extent. In fact, the
perception among some people is that PKA is so embroiled with PKFZ
that it is neglecting its role as a port authority for Port Klang as a whole.
organisation. At the Board level, we are also ensuring the range of skills
and understanding to be able to deal with various business issues.
We must also have the ability to review and challenge management
performance. Independent verification, timely and balanced disclosure
and enforcement measures will be implemented procedurally.”
PKA Chairman Dato’ Lee Hwa Beng understands the concerns but
goes on to say that Port Klang Authority is committed to carrying out its
primary duties and striving to make Port Klang the premier world-class
port of Malaysia. He says: “Controversial issues are being addressed
and attended to separately, even more so with the establishment of the
Government task force that has been entrusted to handle the matter.”
Dato’ Lee is aware that this calls for a review of existing processes and
the institution of new checks and balances. But the determination is
resolute. The assurance of good stewardship is central to all of PKA’s
endeavours as it continues to play its role as port authority, regulator and
trade facilitator within the industry regionally and internationally.
Dato’ Lee remarks that, as part of its restoration, PKFZ needs to be more
commercially focused and customer-oriented in order to better cater to
changing market needs. However, he adds the PKFZ ordeal has provided
valuable lessons in the need for transparency and uncompromised
compliance with all prevailing guidelines, rules and regulations.
He says: “Integrity is sacrosanct, especially when you are a regulatory
body, like PKA. We have to be more attentive to, and careful with,
the planning and implementation of any project or venture under our
purview. We will be held accountable for the outcome.”
In line with this, the PKA Board has instituted various measures to
ensure good corporate governance in PKA. Dato’ Lee remarks: “We fully
welcome the mechanisms that are designed to enhance PKA’s economic
efficiency, stakeholders’ welfare and restore public confidence in our
Standing L-R: Y.Bhg. Datuk M. Rajasingam, Tarmalingam A/L Karuppiah, Mohamad Nor Bin
Taib, Y.Bhg. Dato’ Hj. Ahmad Bhari Bin Abd Rahman.
Seated L-R: Y.Bhg. Datuk Haji Shuib Bin Md. Yusop, Y.Bhg. Dato’ Lee Hwa Beng, Kee Lian Yong.
Absentees: Abdullah Yusuff Bin Basiron, Tan Boon San @ Tan Hock Guan.
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THE AWARD
WINNING PORT
It’s Five More Feathers In The Cap.
Northport is Malaysia’s largest multipurpose port operator. Linked to over 300
ports worldwide, it is currently one of the
most important hub ports in the region.
On the pulse of global trade, Northport
strives to meet shippers’ demands for
maximum returns through the provision
of extensive, sophisticated facilities. The
combined resources of its container
and conventional terminals are richly
complemented by extensive sea, air, road
and rail infrastructure that enable seamless
trade connections throughout the country
and the region.
Northport’s enlarged capacity to supply both
essential and value-added port services and
facilities greatly enhances its image as the
choice of some of the world’s largest shipping
lines. This is a reputation that has, time and
again, been re-affirmed by coveted local
and international awards. The accolades for
Northport continue to resound with three
recent wins, articulating the admiration and
approval of stakeholders.
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• Technology Business Review Excellence Awards
• ASRIA Social Responsibility International Award
• BrandLaureate SMEs Chapter Award
2008
• Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Award Investment in People Award
• The BrandLaureate Awards Best Brands in Logistics – Ports
2009
• Human Resources Ministry HR Development Award
• Frost & Sullivan Best Multi-Purpose Terminal Operator of the Year
• AFSCA Best Container Terminal Award Asia
(under 4 million TEU)
• The BrandLaureate Awards The Top Ten Most Preferred Brand
• MPK Smart Partnership Award
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BEST MULTI-PURPOSE TERMINAL OPERATOR OF THE YEAR
On July 23, 2009, Northport was again
acknowledged when it was named Best Multipurpose Terminal Operator of the Year during
the prestigious Frost & Sullivan Awards. The
win reflected Northport’s exacting international
standards to meet the needs and high
expectations of leading global shipping lines.
In 2008 alone, it saw approximately 8,000 ship
calls made by 81 shipping lines as well as 44
conventional and 502 container vessels.
The Frost & Sullivan Awards identifies
exemplary achievements within a multitude
of industries and functional disciplines.
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April 20 2009
BEST CONTAINER TERMINAL AWARD ASIA 2009 (under 4 million TEU)
Northport
had its proudest moment
yet when it was selected from among
the region’s top players to win the Best
Container Terminal Award Asia (under 4
million TEU). The honours were presented
during the Asian Freight & Supply Chain
Awards (AFSCA) 2009 ceremony on April
20, 2009. Nominees were evaluated against
a set of stringent criteria, which included
crane productivity, timely and adequate
investment in new terminal infrastructure
to meet future demand, effective use of IT
systems and efficient turn-around of trucks
delivering and picking up containers. The
award reaffirmed Northport’s commitment to
maintaining high standards in performance
and productivity, far exceeding those of
many other major global ports.
Asian Freight & Supply Chain Awards – long
established as the industry’s top accolade
for excellence – distinguish organisations
that demonstrate leadership as well as
consistency in service quality, innovation,
customer relationship management and
reliability.
July 23 2009
MAJOR EMPLOYER AWARD
Assistant General Manager Human Resources & Support
Services Northport, En. Zubir Jaafar (left), receiving the
award with En. Nizam Tambi (right), Senior Manager Human
Resources Division Northport
Its efforts to develop a knowledgeable and
highly skilled workforce earned Northport
the distinction of winning the Major Employer
Award at the Human Resources Minister HR
Development Awards Ceremony held on
October 13, 2009. This was an eloquent
recognition of the value of Northport’s
investment in retraining and skills upgrading
for employees in tandem with the increasing
demands of competitive business. Northport
currently employs 2,700 experienced
employees who have all contributed to the
achievement and excellence of Northport
thus far.
The Human Resources Ministry HR
Development Awards, organised yearly by
Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad
(PSMB), is the country’s leading recognition
scheme for outstanding people leadership
and HR practice benchmarking.
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15 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
“Our aim in this anniversary year is to showcase the story of
Westports, the important work done by our employees, both in
the past and today, and the exciting prospects for the future.”
Ruben Emir Gnanalingam,
Executive Director,
Westports Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
Founded in 1994 on Pulau Indah, a former
fishing village, Westports’ pursuit of
excellence has turned it into a beacon of
outstanding Malaysian achievement with
the enviable credentials of having moved
30 million boxes and saved billions for the
country in the last 15 years. From a global
perspective, it is also one of Southeast
Asia’s premier ports and a world leader in
terms of port productivity.
Westports had commenced operations with
its conventional terminal. Today, it is ideally
positioned to become the preferred port
for local boxes within the next 5 years. It
is also well on the way towards becoming
a veritable megahub for both local and
trans-shipment containers. With its current
5 container terminals, Westports was
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able achieve container volumes touching
5 million TEUs in 2008 alone. With the
addition of another 4 container terminals
along its total quay length of 3.2 kilometers,
Westports will eventually have a capacity of
15 million TEUs.
Part of Westports’ success is owed to its
commitment to anticipate and cater to
customers’ needs and wishes, coupled
with a keen effort to create ‘best practices’
based on those of the world’s best. Some
of its major innovations included turning
around the entire logistics chain to serve
the shipping fraternity. Westports set new
records for turnaround times and vessel
productivity (twice in 2008 and thrice in
2006), thereby raising the performance bar
for the industry. It challenged the modus
operandi of each service delivery to enable
‘fastport’ standards to evolve, aspiring to
exceed the last performance each and every
time. Westports also petitioned for essential
services, like customs and immigration,
to be operational around the clock and
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Westports is widely recognised in the ports
& maritime industry for 6 achievements,
including:
During the last 15 years, Westports has been
conferred more than 20 awards, the more
recent ones including:
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Best in Information Technology
Best in Customer Service
Best Employer
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Best in Corporate Social Responsibility
reduced physical checks of trans-shipment
containers to zero.
High productivity, fast turnaround and berth
on arrival are key attributes that customers
value the most at Westports. They are also
delighted by just-in-time practices to remove
inefficiencies in the supply chain.
International Association of Ports and
Harbors (IAPH) Gold Award for IT (May 2007)
Human Resoures Minister HR Development Award (September 2007)
BrandLaureate Best Brands in Logistics – Ports (March 2009).
In spite of the challenges of competition,
an uncertain global economy and possible
conflicts around the world, Westports
aims to be the 6-star Port in the industry
and be counted among the world’s top
ten ports.
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VISION &
DETERMINATION
Despite having no port experience to speak of,
Executive Chairman Tan Sri G Gnanalingam had
recognised the potential of a competitive and
more cost-effective alternative to Singapore as
an export gateway to the world. Thus inspired
and armed only with his marketing acumen
and the support of a novice team, he set out
to establish what would subsequently be
known as Westports. Successfully proving its
capabilities and aided by novel concepts (eg
Garden Port and Fastport Standards), the port
went on to establish an impressive clientele of
shipping lines that had never before called on
Port Klang directly. The profundity of Westport’s
achievements is articulated by its tagline:
The World Moves Here. It is the result of an
extraordinary vision and the determination to
bring it to reality. Reflecting upon the journey
thus far, Tan Sri Gnanalingam likens helming
Westports to managing a football team. “To win,
we must assemble the best players, train very
hard, formulate specific strategies, out-do our
opponents and continuously improve our skills
and knowledge of the game.
Headquarters of Westports Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
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Dato’ Mukhriz Mahathir, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) at the SIMS Copper Sdn. Bhd. ground breaking ceremony at PKFZ.
YOUR LOGISTICS HUB
A Dynamic and Integrated Free Zone
Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ) offers multinational companies as well as small and medium-sized industries an outstanding launching pad to the
world, loaded with a unique bundle of competitive advantages for manufacturing, trading and logistics activities.
PKFZ is the country’s first fully- integrated free commercial and industrial zone. Launched in 2004, the 1,000-acre development is an extension of
the government’s objective of transforming Port Klang into a regional distribution hub as well as a trade and logistics centre.
The fully-integrated zone enables both commercial and manufacturing activities to co-exist. In its full operational capacity, PKFZ is forecasted to
generate 8-10 million tonnes of cargo or 1-1.5 million TEUs per annum, creating more than 20,000 job opportunities and a host of spin offs for
the logistics industries.
Supply chain management is enhanced by PKFZ’s easy access to world-class transportation infrastructure – namely, Port Klang with links to 500
ports in 120 countries, Malaysia’s highway network and Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Light Industrial & Warehouse Unit
Prepared Industrial Land
Business Complexes
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Suitable as warehouse or factories for light assembly
512 pre-constructed units
Each unit is 510 sq. m. or 5,487 sq. ft. (17mx30m)
Short or long term leases
Terrace, semi-detached and detached facilities
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Ideal for multi-national companies to construct their own warehouse or factory – for manufacturing, value-added, storage and distribution
Long term lease available
Spacious office suites are housed within four 8-storey office complex
Building facilities are designed for use as operations and trade office, conventions and trade exhibitions
The Right Choice!
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STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES
3Multi model access to neighbouring and global markets by land, sea and air
3Integrates both industrial and commercial operations
3One-stop centre with a comprehensive, efficient and cost-effective investment facilitation
3Seamless port environment
3Competitive lease rental rates for land and buildings
3Simple trans-shipment procedures
3Logistic cost savings
INVESTMENT ADVANTAGES
3Investor-oriented policies
3Fully-backed by the Malaysian Government
3Duty, sales tax and service tax exemption
3100% foreign equity
3100% repatriation of capital and profits (except for certain products)
3Export incentives
3R&D incentives
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One Stop Centre
Strategic Advantages
FACILITIES
3Light industrial & warehouse units
3Prepared industrial land
3Commercial Centres
3An on-site customs centre and other government agency support services
3Trade offices for forwarding agents
3Food courts offering a wide variety of international and local cuisine
324-hour security
3Ample parking bays for cars and lorries
3Business class hotel
3Other supporting amenities
Exhibition Centre
Industrial and Commercial Operations
MAKE YOUR MOVE
The One-stop Centre at PKFZ is a government initiative to assist investors to facilitate and
expedite the setting-up of their businesses in PKFZ. The centre is equipped to hand all
applications for business licenses, permits, customs and OGA documentations to facilitate
business in PKFZ.
For further information,
please contact us at
Tel: (603) 3101 2236 or
visit www.pkfz.com
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A S S O C I AT E S
Malaysia’s freight forwarding and logistics industry holds tremendous
promise. But as Alvin Chua Seng Wah, Acting President of the Selangor
Freight Forwarders and Logistics Association (SFFLA) tells GATEWAY,
much needs to be done to tap that potential.
Education and Training
For a start, Chua feels that professional standards have to be raised.
According to him, the freight forwarding and logistics industry is often
perceived as lacking in professionalism. He says: “This is understandable,
considering the fact that most of our personnel do not possess tertiary
qualifications and have to learn ‘on the job’ and from mentors.”
FORWARDING
INTO THE FUTURE
SFFLA takes on the challenge of
developing professionals
for the industry.
Given the ever-increasing competitiveness of the industry, however,
Chua states that something has to be done to address the situation.
He says: “It is vital that we push up standards of the existing workforce
and start attracting qualified new talent if we wish to continue seizing
opportunities for growth.
“For this reason, we in SFFLA have strongly advocated and implemented
a sustainable capacity development education and training programme.
The primary objective is to develop a skilled and professional labour
force in the logistics industry.”
Chua adds that, as part of its education and training efforts, SFFLA is
also currently involved in the development of multi-level (foundation,
certificate, diploma and degree) courses in logistics. The initiative is led
by the Federation of Malaysia Freight Forwarders (FMFF) in collaboration
with United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the
Pacific (UNESCAP) and International Federation of Freight Forwarders
Associations (FIATA).
SFFLA has also signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) to develop a diploma course in
logistics, available to the general public.
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Registration and Accreditation of Logistics
Services Providers
Chua laments how the image of the freight
forwarding and logistics industry is being
compromised by the presence of numerous
small, unregulated companies offering low
quality services. He explains: “This is mainly
because freight forwarders are currently not
required to register themselves. As a result,
there is hardly any information about the
number of such companies, the extent of their
services or even their financial status.”
According to Chua, SFFLA has teamed up with
FMFF to recommend to the government the
mandatory registration of all freight forwarders
in the country. The two organisations have
also developed stringent criteria for freight
forwarders to be licensed.
The plan will entail setting up a Registry of
Accredited Members from the following
categories:
•
•
•
•
Customs agents
Freight forwarders
Multimodal transport operators
Integrated logistics service providers
Chua stresses that only proven, respected,
financially sound, ethical and professional
companies will be invited to become members
of the registry. He adds: “So as to encourage
logistics providers to become more efficient
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and competitive, the registry will also include
Gold Standard Recognitions for those that
uphold a certain high level of performance.”
He also reveals that a criteria framework is
being developed to regulate and benchmark
local logistics service providers against
international standards.
On Bumiputra Equity
Currently, 51% Bumiputra equity is expected
before a customs agent license is approved or
renewed. However, there is no such requirement
under MIDA’s International Integrated
Logistics Services Provider Incentive. In view
of the impending liberalisation of the logistics
industry in 2010, both SFFLA and FMFF feel
the government should urgently review the
51% Bumiputra equity requirement.
Chua remarks: “Since the imposition of this
equity requirement, many of the agents, have
managed to avoid having to invest any capital.
The policy also discourages non-Bumiputra
agents from expanding their businesses, as
they may not have control over the entities.
“They then have little choice but to set up separate
companies with different equity partners and
spread their investments over warehousing,
transportation, distribution and value-added
services. In some cases, this makes the companies
ineligible to benefit from MIDA’s Integrated
Logistics Services Providers Incentive.”
ALVIN CHUA SENG WAH
Acting President
Selangor Freight Forwarders and Logistics
Association
According to Chua, only 21 domestic
companies out of nearly 12,000 have qualified
for the Incentive. “So as to increase the
economic contribution of the logistics services
sector to the national economy, cooperation
from both the logistics industry and the
government is vital,” he says.
Selangor Freight Forwarders and Logistics Association (SFFLA)
SFFLA was formed 36 years ago, on
June 14 1973. Back then it was known
as the Association of Forwarding Agents
Port Klang, or AFAPK. The main purpose
of its establishment was to protect and
champion the interest of forwarding agents
and custom brokers. The association has
evolved in tandem with the growth of the
logistics industry
Mission
• To promote SFFLA members’ activities
(upstream businesses) and to enhance the
awareness of Port Klang as the premier
port in Malaysia (the gateway to Malaysia),
promoting the services and incentives
available in Port Klang’s port and inducing
more activities for the business community
and logistics players (downstream
businesses).
• To market and promote its members
activities
and
businesses
through
participations in exhibitions, trade
missions, dialogue and forums, locally
and internationally. Through all this, it is
our hope that our members will benefit
both directly and indirectly through the
heightened awareness of the existence of
logistics players in all areas.
• To protect members’ interests through
pro-active approaches in all fields, and
at the same time take measures to avoid
blatant abuse by unscrupulous companies.
SFFLA Office Bearers. (L-R): Chan Kong Yew,
Yeoh Kean Jin, Alvin Chua Seng Wah,
Henry Tan Swee Heng, Benjamin Keng Kiat Beng
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PERSPECTIVES
RESPECTED,
RECOGNISED &
WORLD-CLASS
The Royal Malaysian Customs, Selangor
pursues its vision of excellence.
DATO’ HAJI ROSLAN BIN YUSOF
Director
Royal Malaysian Customs, Selangor
Customs are an intrinsic part of the trade &
economic activities, revenue generation and
crime interdiction that go on in a port of call.
In Port Klang, the Royal Malaysian Customs
is not only present but playing an active role
to help enhance the reputation of Malaysia’s
premier port.
Director Dato’ Haji Roslan bin Yusof speaks
with GATEWAY about his vision for the The
Royal Malaysian Customs, Selangor (RMCS) as
a respected and recognised entity, working to
world-class standards.
RESPECTED
According to Dato’ Roslan, respect needs
to be earned. Therefore, as far as he is
concerned, the RMCS needs to be recognised
by society for its level of excellence, wellrounded staff, quality services, management
and transformational leadership.
He says: “We operate as a service-oriented
department. As such, we have to be proactive,
dynamic and strict to gain respect both from
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inside and outside of the department.”
Towards this end, RMCS focuses on developing
its facilities and other physical aspects.
Additionally, the Department continuously
strives to instill good employee values, such
as integrity, honesty, quality working culture,
a sense of responsibility, the will to accept
change, sharing of knowledge and experience,
as well as the willingness to admit to, and
improve one’s shortcomings.”
Dato’ Roslan stresses that these positive traits
will go a long way towards eliminating bribery,
misuse of power and any other practices that
go against the law and RMCS’s values, vision
and mission.
One challenge that RMCS faces is in identifying
and developing talented staff. Dato’ Roslan
explains: “We try our best to provide the means
for our people to gain leadership experience
through fair placement programmes, the right
training and reasonable incentives. However,
personal and career development only
comes if employees take the initiative to gear
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themselves up with desire, confidence and
knowledge to grow.”
“ICT moves the
future by improving
productivity and
effectiveness.”
Dato’ Haji Roslan with Tuan Haji Razif Ratha Abdullah, Deputy Director, Royal Malaysian Customs, Selangor
Dato’ Roslan says: “ICT moves the future by
improving productivity and effectiveness.
strategic skills.
RECOGNISED
Dato’ Roslan firmly believes that recognition
is best gained by meeting people’s needs at
all times. He elaborates: “We in Customs
are mindful of our role as frontliners whom
visitors will encounter when they reach
our shores. Therefore, we have to put up
a good front. Besides excellent service, we
also have to ensure good facilities as well as
working systems and process.”
As part of promoting optimum job
performance, RMCS insists on compliance
with its customer charter. The effort to
prevent and/or stop smuggling and fraud is
aided by an effective intelligence system.
Dato’ Roslan says that winning awards for
being a model department is secondary.
More emphasis should be placed in
ensuring excellent performance. Evidently
RMCS would rather give more emphasis
to developing its people’s analytical and
He stresses: “We aim to develop top-notch
staff who can act as transformation agents
with knowledge and expertise in all areas of
customs. The ability to be dynamic, creative
and continuously explore new ideas to come
up with innovations is also important. Besides
this, they also need to possess high idealism
and a wide worldview, while having charisma
and a sound emotional and spiritual stand.”
WORLD-CLASS
Dato’ Roslan likes quoting international
management personality Michael E Joyce who
wrote: “A world-class organisation is one that
has acquired the best position in its given
business and continuously strives to beat its
own standards to retain that position.”
Aiming to attain a world-class status, RMCS
tries to acquire the characteristics needed
to beat its competitors. The use of latest
information communications technology is
one of the department’s many focal aspects.
At RMCS, we ensure that the usage and
application of ICT are in line with global
trends and demands. At the moment, we are
making sure that our people master ICT to
put customs-related information will be at
their fingertips.”
RMCS possesses international certification,
eg ISO 9001, and other quality awards.
However, the quest to become a worldclass organisation also spurs the department
to benchmark its working systems and
practices against those of international
institutions. From time to time, recognitions
are given to individuals that have displayed
excellence in terms of knowledge, skills and
abilities, too. This leads to the development
of positive attitudes and mindsets.
Dato’ Roslan remarks: “We work towards
achieving dynamism that will enable us to
identify our weaknesses. This will result in
constant and continuous improvement in all
aspects of our work.”
Headquarters of
Royal Malaysian Customs, Selangor
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P O R T TA L K
CALLING ALL NEWSMAKERS
You are invited to submit press
releases and photographs to GATEWAY
magazine. Publication shall be
subject to space availability and the
full editorial discretion of Port Klang
Authority. Materials submitted shall
not be returned.
Email us at:
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42005
Port Klang, Selangor
Malaysia
August 10, 2009
WELCOMING APL
Northport recently welcomed the arrival of
vessel, APL Dallas, at Port Klang. The occasion
marked the inauguration of new services from
APL, a subsidiary of Singapore-based Neptune
Orient Lines. Northport (Malaysia) Bhd hopes
to foster greater business partnership by jointly
promoting APL’s services to the world. This
venture is expected to provide a further boost
in growth and productivity to Northport.
August, 12, 2009
WORLD’S LARGEST DREDGER AT PORT KLANG
The Port Klang Authority has awarded a
tender to local dredging company, Integrated
Marine Works (IMW) Sdn Bhd to carry out
capital dredging works at Pintu Gedung of the
South Channel. The task entails deepening the
south entrance to Port Klang from the current
depth of 15.5 meters to a new declared depth
of 16.5 meters. The width of the channel will
also be widened from the current 365 meters
to 500 meters. This will enable the largest
superpost panama container vessels of drafts
exceeding 15 metres to pass one another
safely while transiting the 8 km channel.
The project will involve a dredged volume of
approximately 6.2 million cubic meters. IMW
has assured that the project will be completed
by the end of this year. To ensure deadlines are
met, they have engaged the services of TSHD
Ham 318, the world’s largest trailing suction
hopper dredger. Having a hopper capacity
of 37,000 cubic meters, the 225 meter LOA
dredger has capabilities to dredge depths of
up to 170 meters.
August 18, 2009
GOLF TOURNAMENT & DINNER FOR ANNIVERSARY
Golfers from the shipping and maritime
fraternity converged upon the Tropicana Golf
and Country Club in Petaling Jaya for the
Westports Open Golf Tournament 2009. The
event was held in conjunction with Westports
Malaysia’s 15th anniversary. Despite their
varying handicaps, all the participants
thoroughly enjoyed themselves, with many
going home with attractive prizes. The day’s
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outing was followed by an evening cocktail and
dinner reception, which featured a multimedia
presentation titled Westports Voyage through
Excellence. This was followed by a speech by
Tan Sri G Gnanalingam, Executive Chairman
of Westports Malaysia Sdn Bhd, who took the
opportunity to thank the attendees for their
continued support.
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August, 31, 2009
AN ASIAN ‘FIRST’
French-based CMA CGM, the world’s third
largest container shipping company, recently
opened a dedicated on-deck depot (ODD)
at Westports. Present at the opening were
Simon Whitelaw, Managing Director of
CMA CGM ANL Malaysia, as well as other
personnel from the local CMA CGM office.
In his speech, Whitelaw remarked that the
ODD is the company’s first in Asia. He said:
“The facility will provide another strategic
base for our customers to meet the growing
demand generated by ever-increasing levels
of trade.” Westports Malaysia Sdn Bhd was
represented by its Executive Chairman Tan
Sri G Gnanalingam and Executive Director
Ruben Emir Gnanalingam.
Simon Whitelaw with Tan Sri G Gnanalingam
September, 3, 2009
October, 20, 2009
PKA REFOCUSSING ON CORE BUSINESS
NORTHPORT IS
CERTIFIED HALAL
During his inaugural press conference as the
new General Manager of Port Klang Authority,
Kee Lian Yong announced proactive actions
and strategic plans for Port Klang’s future.
Accordingly, the plans were formulated after a
series of discussions with the PKA management
and industry players to gain insight into current
areas of need and improvement.
Kee stressed the importance of PKA returning
to its fundamental role. As such, PKA is set to
reposition itself as a strong regulatory authority
and to institute measures to safeguard the
interest of all players in the industry. In line with
this aim, he announced several new initiatives,
including registering all necessary logistics
services providers operating at Port Klang;
monitoring the performance of port terminals to
ensure compliance with international standards;
licensing all direct port activities and ancillary
services within the port limit; and enforcing
security and safety within the port limit and
pilotage district.
He pointed out that PKA is also mindful of its role
as a trade facilitator in the privatised and highly
competitive port environment. Towards this
end, PKA will continually engage with relevant
government agencies and industry players with
the view to establishing a fair and equitable
playing field.
Kee added that PKA will be drawing up a strategic
port master plan which will map out the directions
of Port Klang over the short and long term. He
said: “We are looking at future port positioning in
relation to port competition, pricing and market
challenges at national and regional levels.”
On matters relating to current developments,
Kee remarked that the free storage period for
import and export containers in Port Klang will
be reduced from 5 to 3 days, effective January
1, 2010. This is to provide for more efficient
utilisation of port storage capacity and overall
improvement in the logistics chain. Regarding the
issue of depot gate charges, he said that PKA has
been requested to step in to mediate and seek
an amicable solution between the Association of
Malaysian Hauliers and the Malaysian Container
Deport Association.
Kee stated that PKA has identified certain key
result areas (KRA) within the organisation and is
implementing a result-oriented workforce with
KPIs and regular reporting on the progress of
individual departments to ensure performance.
Northport has become the first Malaysian port
to be awarded halal certification by the Halal
Industry Development Corporation. The move
will allow Northport to be integrated as a key
component in the logistics & transportation
chain to help shippers and shipping lines tap
into the US$500 billion global halal industry
market. Northport now offers designated
areas for packing and unpacking of inbound
and outbound halal products. Not only that,
among the recent initiatives is providing
“Halal” connectivity of dedicated shipping
services linking Northport with key Muslim
consumer markets in the Europe and Middle
East through the weekly Halal Express
Service by MISC Bhd, Malaysia’s national flag
carrier. On the 20th of October 2009, MISC
launched its second service loop at Northport.
According to Datuk Basheer Hassan Abdul
Kader, Managing Director/CEO of Northport
(Malaysia) Bhd, these extensive facilities help
position Northport very well to tap the vast
potential of the expanding halal consumer
product market.
Port Klang Authority headquarters since 1963
Datuk Basheer Hassan Abdul Kader
receiving the Halal Certificate
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ACROSS THE SEAS
September 29, 2009
LARGEST JOINT-VENTURE PROJECT IN ROMANIA
RailPort Arad, a recently inaugurated
inland container terminal, stands as the
largest Slovenian investment in Romania.
The enterprise is owned Luka Koper, Mav
Cargo and TII with each holding a one-third
stake. According to Luka Koper officials, the
project’s tremendous potential stems from its
strategic location in Curtici which is situated in
the economically well-developed far West of
Romania, a region which already generates
35% of Romania’s total GDP. Covering more
than ten hectares, RailPort Arad enjoys a
mainline rail link to Hungary and the cities of
Western Romania. It currently enjoys a direct
weekly service to Koper, on the basis of which
maximum annual throughput is estimated at
60,000 tonnes. By promoting the development
of multimodal connections, RailPort Arad will
serve the needs of surrounding multinational
companies with manufacturing operations
in steel, foodstuffs, vehicles, chemicals and
consumer goods.
October 20, 2008
A BIGGER ROLE IN MALAYSIA-SLOVENIA TRADE
Government and business representatives
from Slovenia were in Kuala Lumpur recently
to promote the logistics potential of the Port of
Koper for servicing trade between South East
Asia and Central and South Eastern Europe.
Their visit culminated in a seminar titled
Slovenia - A Logistics Platform for Central &
Eastern Europe. Deputy Transport Minister YB
Datuk Robert Lau graced the event, which drew
an audience of 300 delegates. He expressed
his support for bilateral trade between the
two countries which, in 2008, amounted to
e27.9 million (RM140 million). The strong ties
between Slovenia and Malaysia are reflected
by the ‘sister port’ relationship that exists
between the countries’ principal ports – Luka
Koper and Port Klang, respectively. Luka Koper
has been growing strongly in the last decade
at an average of one million tones per year.
The port’s connection to the Asian region was
further enhanced with the introduction of the
Phoenician Express weekly container service
in June 2008.
October 28, 2009
MARSEILLES-FOS AND PKFZ SIGN MOU
L-R: Monica Bonvalet, YB Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat, Chia Kon Leong, Datuk Lee Hwa Beng, Kee Lian Yong
Marseilles Fos Port Authority (MFPA) and
Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ) have signed a
Memorandum of Understanding to elevate
their 10-year partnership to a higher level. This
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will be achieved by exploring and implementing
a coordinated marketing approach for the
distribution of halal products originating from
Malaysia and neighbouring countries to Muslim
markets in Europe, Africa and the Mediterranean.
The event was officiated by Transport Minister
YB Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat. Also present were
MFPA Commercial Director Monica Bonvalet,
PKFZ General Manager Chia Kon Leong, Port
Klang Authority Chairman Datuk Lee Hwa Beng
and General Manager Kee Lian Yong. In his
speech, Datuk Seri Ong said: “Smart partnership
and strategic alliances should be undertaken
by ports for the mutual benefit of all parties
concerned.” The MoU also entails the exchange
of technical assistance, traffic developments
and promotion of activities. The Minister
acknowledged that France is an excellent base
for Malaysian companies wanting to tap the
Euro-Mediterranean and North African market.
The port of Marseilles itself is directly linked to
the seven largest European markets.
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PORT KLANG FACILITIES
PORT KLANG
CONTAINER
NORTHPORT WESTPORTS
2009
2009
12
11
23
2679
3,200
5879
15
15-16
15 -15.5
Berths
Number of berths
Length (metres)
Draft (metres)
IAPH AFRICA/
EUROPE REGIONAL
MEETING
IN
HAMBURG
IAPH Africa/Europe Region will meet in Hamburg, Germany, November
16-18, 2009, hosted by Hamburg Port Authority (HPA). The IAPH
Officers Meeting is scheduled on Monday, 16 November.
The venue
of the meeting previously announced to be in the premises of Hamburg
Port Authority building (Neuer Wandrahm 4, Hamburg) has now been
changed to the German Customs Museum.at “Altes Hauptzollamt, Alter
Wandrahm 20, D-20457 Hamburg”, which is right across from HPA.
Date
: 16- 18 November 2009
Venue : German Customs Museum, Germany
UNESCAP
TRAINING
IN BANGKOK
Storage
4.9
7.2
12.1
Reefer points
759
1236
1,995
Equipment
Quay cranes
27
32
59
Rubber tyred gantry cranes
52
92
144
Straddle carriers
70
-
70
High stackers
33
18
15
LIQUID BULK
Berths
4
5
9
779.4
1,365 2144.4
11.3-11.5
9.0-16.5
9 - 16.5
Number of berths
Length (metres)
Draft (metres)
Berths
2
4
6
Length (metres)
426
935 1,361
Drafts (metres)
12
13.5-15
12 - 15
Date
: 16-19 November, 2009
Venue : Bangkok, Thailand
For further details, contact the SFFLA Secretariat at 03- 3168 4363.
Date
: 13 November 2009
Time : 7.30 pm
Venue : Mahkota Ballroom, Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur
For further details, contact Maimunah at 03-2275 2136.
DRY BULK
Number of berths
Malaysian Shipowners Association (MASA) will be organizing
their annual dinner on November 13, 2009. The organizers have
invited YB Datuk Ong Tee Keat to grace this event. This is an
excellent opportunity for to promote greater cohesiveness among
its members and practitioners in the maritime industry .
2009
Annual capacity (mill TEU)
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and
the Pacific (UNESCAP) will be organizing a Regional Training of
Trainers (TOT) Workshop on Multimodal Transport and Logistics in
Bangkok, Thailand.
MASA ANNUAL
DINNER – 2009
TOTAL
Storage
Open storage (sq. metres)
11,880 - 11,880
BREAK BULK
Berths
8
5
13
Length (metres)
1,286 1,000 2,286
Drafts (metres)
3.0-15.0
Number of berths
3.0-12.5
15
Storage
Transit sheds (sq. metres)
19,879 2,973 22,852
Warehouses (sq. metres)
40,519 13,471 53,990
Open storage (sq. metres)
67,500 46,452 113,952
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