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ICTSI expands large vessel capability of Manila flagship
来源：shippingazette 编辑：编辑部 发布：2023/03/13 17:24:32
INTERNATIONAL Container Terminal Services, Inc (ICTSI) is adding another berth at the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) - the Philippines' premiere gateway for international trade.
Currently under phase two development, MICT's berth 8 has a design depth of 15 metres that will enable the terminal to handle foreign ultra large container vessels with capacities of up to 18,000 TEU.
MICT is capable of handling neo-Panamax ships through berths 6 and 7, which are operated by five quay cranes (QC). A sixth crane is scheduled to arrive in July and will be operational within the year. Berth 8 will operate with a minimum of four QCs - two of which will be delivered in 2025.
Christian R Gonzalez, ICTSI executive vice president, said: "We are optimistic of the prospect of welcoming ultra large container vessels at the Port of Manila and are preparing to accommodate the added volume that these more efficient ships will bring.
"With these developments, our goal is to outpace demand and ensure the efficient flow of trade from the port to the local supply chain. We thank the PPA for supporting our initiatives to continuously raise the standard of ports and maritime trade in the country."
The expansion will also increase MICT's capacity by 200,000 TEU to 3.5 million TEU, which will be key in addressing the increase in cargo volume as the country's economy fully reopens. In addition, the new berth will add 400 metres of quay along with 12 hectares of yard space that will be constructed in phases.
Aside from infrastructure developments, ICTSI continues to invest in technology to make MICT's operations more efficient.
Currently under phase two development, MICT's berth 8 has a design depth of 15 metres that will enable the terminal to handle foreign ultra large container vessels with capacities of up to 18,000 TEU.
MICT is capable of handling neo-Panamax ships through berths 6 and 7, which are operated by five quay cranes (QC). A sixth crane is scheduled to arrive in July and will be operational within the year. Berth 8 will operate with a minimum of four QCs - two of which will be delivered in 2025.
Christian R Gonzalez, ICTSI executive vice president, said: "We are optimistic of the prospect of welcoming ultra large container vessels at the Port of Manila and are preparing to accommodate the added volume that these more efficient ships will bring.
"With these developments, our goal is to outpace demand and ensure the efficient flow of trade from the port to the local supply chain. We thank the PPA for supporting our initiatives to continuously raise the standard of ports and maritime trade in the country."
The expansion will also increase MICT's capacity by 200,000 TEU to 3.5 million TEU, which will be key in addressing the increase in cargo volume as the country's economy fully reopens. In addition, the new berth will add 400 metres of quay along with 12 hectares of yard space that will be constructed in phases.
Aside from infrastructure developments, ICTSI continues to invest in technology to make MICT's operations more efficient.