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11 MAY 14 MAY
Northport Receives Strategic Partner Certificate from Kontena Nasional Receives Anugerah Majikan Paling Setia
Malaysian Productivity Corporation (MPC) by Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS)
Northport was honoured with a Strategic Partner The award was received during the Majlis Gemerlapan Rakan
certificate during the Majlis Graduasi Akademi Dalam Strategik Zakat Selangor, underscoring Kontena Nasional’s
Industri & Penyerahan Sijil Rakan Strategik. The event, held dedication as a highly committed and loyal strategic partner
at Dewan Perdana, Menara MITI, was launched by YB Senator to LZS. Kontena Nasional consistently makes monthly zakat
Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister deductions for employees through Skim Potongan Gaji,
of Investment, Trade and Industry. This event was part of an initiative that effectively promotes zakat payment among
a broader effort to develop local talent in line with current Muslims in Selangor.
industry demands.
11 MAY
Kontena Nasional Kuantan Branch Speaks at Politeknik
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah (POLISAS), Kuantan
Kontena Nasional’s representatives felt privileged to serve as
speakers at the Advance Operation Optimisation Programme
hosted by POLISAS Kuantan, engaging with enthusiastic
students with insights and practical wisdom to inspire their
journey toward becoming future leaders in the logistics
industry.

20 MAY
Northport Holds Engagement Session with Selangor
Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
The engagement session marked a significant step towards
enhancing workplace safety, with both parties reaffirming their
cooperation in ensuring that occupational safety and health
standards within Northport’s operations are met.
20 MAY
Northport Receives the Largest Ever Container Vessel to
Berth at its Terminal
Northport celebrated a historic milestone as it welcomed
MV OOCL Japan, the largest-ever container vessel to berth
at its facilities. Owned by Orient
Overseas Container Line (OOCL)
11 MAY Limited, MV OOCL Japan boasts
a capacity of 21,413 TEUs, setting
Northport Participates in the Career Carnival a new record for Northport by
Northport participated in the Career Carnival in conjunction surpassing the previous largest
with the celebration of the 78 anniversary of Malaysia Road ship to call at its port, Eugen
th
Transport Department Day. The event was inaugurated Maersk, which had a capacity
by the Minister of Transport Malaysia, YB Anthony Loke of 11,000 TEUs in 2013. This
Siew Fook at the Malaysia Road Transport Academy in Ayer monumental event is a testament
Molek, Melaka. Northport participated in the programme to Northport’s capability to accommodate Ultra Large Container
together with Port Klang Authority, Westports and PKFZ under Vessels (ULCVs), reflecting its commitment to growth and
the banner of Port Klang. excellence in maritime logistics.
12 MAY 21 MAY
Maiden Voyage of The World at SPCT PTP Wins Award for Outstanding Contribution Towards
Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) in Penang recently Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
solidified its position as a key gateway for the tourism industry PTP was named the winner of the Fifth British Malaysia
by hosting the maiden voyage of The World, the world’s largest Chamber of Commerce (BMCC) Business Excellence
private residential cruise ship carrying 150 families and a Award under the Outstanding ESG category, owing to its
crew of 290. The World docked at Penang after two decades cutting-edge approaches in spearheading ESG agendas in its
of circumnavigating the globe, allowing passengers to explore business, operations, and services.
the vibrant city of Penang before departure for Langkawi
2 days later. The award gala dinner, which
was held at Sunway Resort
This momentous occasion Hotel, celebrated the exemplary
was marked by the achievements of companies
distinguished presence from the United Kingdom (UK)
of Datuk Yeoh Soon and Malaysia across seven
Hin, Chairman of the categories. Gobind Singh Deo,
Penang Port Commission, Minister of Digital, and Ailsa
and Dato’ Sasedharan Terry, British High Commissioner
Vasudevan, CEO of to Malaysia were among the
Penang Port. dignitaries present at the event.