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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

1 APRIL 17 APRIL
Andaman Port Accomplishes First Ship-To-Ship (STS) Naptha Northport Participates in the Australian High Commission’s
Fuel Transfer Operation Business Exchange Mission
Andaman Port Sdn Bhd (Andaman Port) has accomplished Northport participated in the Business Exchange programme
the first STS Naptha fuel between two Aframax vessels in led by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission
a transfer operation at Yan Port, Kedah, which involved (Austrade). The programme aimed to drive two-way trade
the transfer of 83,000 cubic metres of Naptha fuel from and build enduring economic partnerships between Australia
MT Amalia to MT Sunny and the countries of Southeast Asia, with Australia sharing
Liger. the expertise and technology to assist the Southeast Asian
maritime industry leaders in driving their shared green energy
The port’s achievement agenda towards achieving net zero by 2050.
marks a noteworthy
advancement for the 17 APRIL
entire maritime industry Johor Port Honoured with the Bulk Commodities Port /
in Malaysia’s northern Terminal of The Year 2024 Global Ports Forum (GPF) Award
region, embracing STS in Dubai, UAE
transfer operations for
petrochemical products.
Johor Port was accorded the prestigious Bulk Commodities
Port / Terminal of The Year 2024 Global Ports Forum (GPF)
2 APRIL
Award in Dubai, UAE, in recognition of its significant
The Opening Ceremony of the First Export Delivery Certified contributions as well as exemplary performance across the
Palm Kernel Shell by FGV Palm Industries at Tanjung Bruas Ports and Terminals industry especially in Bulk and Break
Port Bulk Operation. The GPF Award were granted after a rigorous
YB Tuan Khoo Poay Tiong, Chairman of Malacca Port selection process based
Authority attended the ceremony of the First Export Shipment on nominations evaluated
of Certified Palm Kernel Shells by FGV Palm Industries Sdn Bhd by the GPF Panel of Judges,
at Tanjung Bruas Port which involved a briefing regarding the which includes Global Ports
palm kernel shell cargo operations and a site visit to Tanjung Customers and Senior Port
Bruas Port jetty. Experts.
This award symbolised Johor
Port’s industry prowess
and steadfast dedication
to elevating standards, thereby
delivering enhanced quality
services for its customers.
Johor Port will continue to
spearhead its sustainability
practices for its Conventional
3 APRIL and Container activities.
Confined Space Rescue Functional Drill
17 APRIL
The Confined Space Rescue Functional Emergency Drill
was a comprehensive training event aimed at enhancing Kontena Nasional Purchases Triple Axle Trailers from MPSI
the preparedness and response capabilities of emergency Kontena Nasional welcomed 10 new units of 3-axle trailers
personnel in confined space scenarios. The drill involved from MPSI Steel Industries Sdn Bhd to be in supporting
a simulated emergency where a worker collapsed in a confined demands and requirements from within Klang Valley.
space, requiring a coordinated rescue effort in adherence The addition of these high-performance trailers underscores
to protocols. Kontena Nasional's steadfast commitment to quality and
Key participants included specialised Pengerang Integrated maintaining the highest service standards.
Complex's Central Emergency & Fire Services (CEFS), SPT
Services rescue teams, medical responders, and safety
officers, all collaborating to execute the rescue operation.
The event began with a briefing on the scenario, safety
protocols, and roles of each team member.