Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) projects ramped up port operations with the successful commissioning of three new quay cranes.
The investment underscores MICT’s commitment to provide the highest level of port services and boost the terminal’s capacity to handle the increasing demand of modern container shipping.
“The acquisition of these new quay cranes represents a significant step forward to MICT’s expansion and modernization,” Christian Lozano, MICT chief operating officer said.
“Their addition enables us to handle cargo loads more efficiently, leading to faster vessel turnaround times and better operations overall,” he added.
MICT has the largest quay crane fleet in the Philippines with 18 units. The operational efficiencies contributed by the new cranes enables the terminal to better manage peak periods and high cargo volumes, ensuring smoother and more predictable operations for all stakeholders.
These improvements enhance the overall customer experience, providing shippers and consignees with more reliable and timely services.
Aside from acquiring new equipment, MICT has started Phase 2 of the expansion at Berth 8. The project includes the construction of a 300-meter wharf and a 10-hectare container yard.
The expansion will increase MICT’s capacity by 200,000 TEUs to 3.5 million TEUs. Berth 8 will be equipped with three quay cranes for the efficient handling of foreign ultra-large container vessels with capacities of up to 18,000 TEUs. The new cranes are scheduled to arrive in 2027.
Besides MICT, the International Container Terminal Services’ portfolio of terminals and projects are located in developed and emerging market economies in the Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
