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9 Oct
Tailwind Makes Northport its Intra-Asia Regional Hub
Northport has been chosen by Tailwind Shipping Lines as its Intra-Asia Regional Hub. With its focus on speed, reliability and schedule consistency,
this underscores Tailwind's confidence in Port Klang, Malaysia’s leading gateway port. This development comes at a timely moment for Port Klang,
which was ranked 10th in the Lloyd’s List 2025 Top 100 Ports, cementing its position among the world’s top ten busiest container ports for the first
time.

8 Oct 4 Oct
Johor Port Turns Trash into Treasure with Launch of New Composting PTP Silver Jubilee Golf Legacy 2025 Tournament
Plant
Johor Port launched its new Composting Project, marking a major PTP hosted its Silver Jubilee Golf Legacy for its customers, partners
milestone in its sustainability journey. Officiated by YBhg. Dato’ Haji and stakeholders. From longest drives to “where-did-my-ball-go”
Mustaffa Kamal, Datuk Bandar of Majlis Bandaraya Pasir Gudang moments, the event marked a day of camaraderie, celebration, and
(MBPG), the initiative transforms organic waste from landscaping and fond memories. Dato’ Azman Shah Mohd Yusof, CEO of MMC Ports
cafeterias into high-quality compost for reuse within the port. The and Director of PTP, was present in the event alongside Dato’ Mohd
project reduces landfill waste, lowers the port’s carbon footprint, and Taufik Abdullah, Director of PTP, Mr Mark Hardiman, CEO of PTP, and
supports MBPG’s vision of a greener Pasir Gudang, positioning Johor the Senior Management Team.
Port as a leader in Green Port operations.
CORPORATE VISITS

11 Dec
PTP Welcomes Visit from Proton and Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV)
12 Dec PTP welcomed a visit from Proton and AHTV led by Dr. Li Chunrong,
CEO of Proton, together with Dr. Shawn Luo, CEO of AHTV Alliance.
Visit by Asosiasi Logistik dan Forwarder Indonesia (ALFI) to Penang Port
The delegations from both organisations were warmly received by
The delegation was received by En Ares Salim, Assistant Head of Mr Mark Hardiman, PTP CEO, and Mr Prakash Thurairasasingam, PTP
Commercial Division of Penang Port. As part of the visit, ALFI facilitated Head of Commercial.
a business matching session between Penang Port and North Sumatra
Port, focusing on the potential development of container movements The visit started with an in-depth briefing on PTP’s operational
from North Sumatra to Penang Port as a strategic transit hub before performance, ongoing developments and sustainability-focused
onward distribution to final destinations. This engagement reflected the initiatives, followed by a guided tour of the terminal and Free Zone.
strong cargo potential from industrial zones in North Sumatra. Discussions were also held revolving around shared areas of interest
and emerging opportunities for collaboration, where Dr. Li and his
delegation conveyed their appreciation for the exchange, commending
PTP’s technological progress, digital innovations and strong
commitment to sustainable advancements.