MALAYSIA's Northport Bhd has completed its latest container yard, Block K, adding 662,256 TEU to its capacity based on the dwell time of five days.

The state-of-the-art facility, on which construction began on August 14 last year and was completed ahead of schedule, brings its total container yard capacity to 6,150,250 TEU per annum, the MMC Group member said.

This marks a significant milestone in Northport's ongoing commitment to enhancing its capabilities and service offerings, it said in a statement.

The company said Block K's capacity with its 2,016 total ground slots will significantly enhance Northport's overall capability to handle higher volumes.

The project, which was completed 51 days ahead of schedule, marks an exceptional performance by the contractor, MMC Engineering Sdn Bhd, said MMC Corporation Bhd group managing director Che Khalib Noh.

In line with Northport's commitment to sustainability, the new container yard will be supported by environmentally friendly electrified rubber tyred gantry (E-RTG) cranes.

Northport has procured twelve units of E-RTGs for operations at Block K, reports Free Malaysia Today.

Northport chief executive officer Azman Shah Yusof said the addition of Block K was among the key components of Northport's broader 'Reinventing Northport' transformation plan.

"With our achievements to date, we are optimistic that together with Westports, Port Klang will secure its place among the world's top ten busiest ports by the end of 2024.

"This milestone will not only strengthen Malaysia's position in the global maritime landscape but also drive greater economic growth for our nation, he added.