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In celebration of Kuantan Port’s 50th anniversary, the Kuantan Port International Conference 2024 (K-ICe 2024) marked a significant milestone in our ongoing journey of transformation. Hosted by Kuantan Port Authority in collaboration with Kuantan Port Consortium Sdn. Bhd., this landmark event brought together over 200 local and international delegates, including industry leaders and key stakeholders, at the Sultan Ahmad Shah International Convention Centre.

Themed ‘Sustainable Port Development: Catalyst in Global Connectivity towards Future Growth’, the conference sparked insightful discussions on global partnerships, trade dynamics, industrial expansion, sustainability, and digitalisation. The event featured inspiring keynote addresses, dynamic panel discussions, and interactive industrial sessions, all aimed at charting a path towards a more connected and sustainable future.

We were honoured to have the Minister of Transport, YB Loke Siew Fook, officially launch the K-ICe 2024 proceedings and unveil the commemorative coffee table book. His presence, alongside the signing of two strategic memorandum of understanding, highlighted the significance of this event in Kuantan Port’s history.

The signing of these two strategic MoUs marks a new chapter in Kuantan Port’s journey, reinforcing its role as a vital global trade hub. The first MoU, a collaboration between Kuantan Port Consortium Sdn. Bhd., Northport (Malaysia) Bhd, and Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL), was signed by the Chairman of Kuantan Port Consortium Sdn. Bhd., Mr. Lee Chun Fai; CEO of Northport, Dato’ Azman Shah Mohd Yusof; and CEO of MRL, Dato’ Sri Darwis Abdul Razak. This partnership aims to revolutionise the logistics landscape with a comprehensive land bridge plan.

The second MoU, between Kuantan Port Consortium Sdn. Bhd., represented by Mr. Lee Chun Fai, and New Land-Sea Corridor Operation Co., Ltd. (NLSC), represented by its Director, Mr. Wang Kaile, establishes a robust regional cooperation framework under the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor.

Our heartfelt gratitude extends to all participants, speakers, and panellists who joined us to celebrate this incredible milestone. Together, we are not only reflecting on the past 50 years but also shaping the future of sustainable port development.

From our humble beginnings five decades ago, Kuantan Port has emerged as a key player in regional trade, driven by continuous innovation and a commitment to excellence. As we look to the future, Kuantan Port remains dedicated to driving economic growth and leading in global connectivity. The future is bright, and Kuantan Port is poised to continue its legacy of success for many years to come.

Kuantan Port is proud to announce a significant milestone with PETRONAS CCS Solutions Sdn Bhd (PCCSS) Southern Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) hub, marked by the signing of a land rental agreement at Wisma Kuantan Port recently.

The agreement was signed by En. Mazlim Bin Husin and Mr Chan Weng Yew of the Kuantan Port Management Committee, along with the Chief Executive Officer of PCCSS, Pn. Nora’in Binti Md Salleh, in the presence of the PETRONAS Head of Carbon Management Division, En. Emry Hisham Yusoff.

Also attending the momentous ceremony were PETRONAS Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer Upstream, En. Jukris Abdul Wahab, and Senior Vice President Malaysia Assets, Pn Hasliza Othman.

The land rental at Kuantan Port will be utilised for carbon capture, storage, and utilisation, marking a significant step for Kuantan Port and PCCSS in reducing carbon emissions and promoting greener initiatives.

Kuantan Port looks forward to implementing more sustainable practices in port operations while continuously strategising to attain Green Port status by 2030.

The Kuantan Port Fun Ride 2024 – Breakwater Challenge successfully took place last weekend. This exciting cycling event marked the 4th edition of the fun ride since 2017, and this year, it was held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Kuantan Port, drawing around 500 participants from across Malaysia. Also joining us in the program was #bikeisable from Malaysian Advocates for Cerebral Palsy, a support group for children with special needs & cerebral palsy.

Cyclists gathered at Wisma Kuantan Port before sunrise, buzzing with anticipation for the 25-kilometre ride. The scenic route covered Kuantan Port, Sungai Ular Beach, and the surrounding village, including Kuantan Port’s breakwater, offering breathtaking morning views.

Kuantan Port has achieved another significant milestone by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Malaysian Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL). This landmark agreement heralds the start of a transformative collaboration for the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) freight transportation services.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Lee Chun Fai, Chairman of Kuantan Port and Group CEO & Managing Director of IJM Corporation Berhad, and Dato’ Sri Darwis Abdul Razak, Chief Executive Officer of MRL. The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Minister of Transport, YB Loke Siew Fook, at the InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, symbolizing a new era in logistics by shifting freight transportation from road to rail via Kuantan Port.

In a concurrent development, Perodua also signed an MoU with MRL, represented by its President and CEO, Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad.

The ECRL spur line’s direct connection to Kuantan Port is set to revolutionize the movement of goods, enhancing connectivity and efficiency between the West and East Coasts of Malaysia. This partnership aims to deliver competitive logistics costs and improved delivery times for both imports and exports.

Through this strategic partnership, Kuantan Port is poised to play a pivotal role in the nation’s economic growth, paving the way for innovative and efficient logistics solutions.