The state-of-the-art facility, on which construction began on Aug 14 last year and was completed ahead of schedule, brings its total container yard capacity to 6,150,250 TEUs 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 today.

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 12 units of E-RTGs for operations at Block K.

The first eight units are expected to arrive in December, while the remaining four units will arrive by March 2025.

This investment in green technology highlights Northport’s dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting eco-friendly port operations.

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.

This comprehensive initiative, introduced after MMC Corporation’s takeover of Northport in January 2016, is aimed at addressing several key legacy issues and challenges, including low productivity, declining throughput volumes and aging equipment.

“With our achievements to date, we are optimistic that together with Westports, Port Klang will secure its place among the world’s top 10 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.