Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between Malaysia-based MMC Group and Netherlands-based APM Terminals, achieved a historic milestone by recording 14,028,375 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) over the full 2025 calendar year, surpassing the 14 million TEU mark and setting a record for its own operations.

Malaysia’s Minister of Transport, Yang Berhormat Loke Siew Fook said, “This achievement marks a significant leap forward for PTP, building on its previous record highs of 11.2 million TEUs in 2021, later followed by 12.3 million TEUs in 2024, and now reaching even greater height in 2025, truly reflects the port’s sustained operational discipline, scale and execution strength.”

“Reaching this new threshold in PTP’s 25th Anniversary year makes it more meaningful and further reinforces its standing as Malaysia’s leading transshipment hub and one of the region’s most resilient and high-performing container terminals.”

PTP Chairman, Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh remarked, “Closing 2025 at 14 million TEUs is an achievement that fills us with pride, not only because it sets a new national benchmark, but because it reflects the collective commitment of our people and the confidence of our customers that define PTP. It is even more significant given that this was achieved while sustaining a monthly average of 1.2 million TEUs with no congestion.”

“The trust placed in PTP by our customers and partners has been fundamental to this success. Being named the key Asian hub for the Gemini Cooperation is a further affirmation of that trust. As PTP marks its 25th Anniversary, this milestone is a powerful reminder of what we can deliver together, and the journey ahead remains equally exciting.”

PTP has achieved a historic operational milestone, surpassing its previous records to become the first container terminal in Malaysia to handle over 14 million TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) in a single calendar year.

PTP Chief Executive Officer, Mark Hardiman added, “In 2024, PTP achieved 12.3 million TEUs in a single year, marking a historic annual throughput milestone for its operations. In 2025, we went further by reaching both 13 million and 14 million TEUs, with both milestones achieved within the same month, on 6 and 31 December 2025 respectively. This represents a defining moment for PTP and places the terminal in a new league of operational performance.”

Furthermore, PTP continues to reach new milestones in its Free Zone operations. This segment grew by 8% compared to 2024—driven by e-commerce, sports apparel, FMCGs, auto parts, and construction materials. To date, our Pelepas Free Zone’s 7 million sq.ft. of warehouse space has achieved a strong 98% occupancy rate, driven by high demand from multinational and local players supported with set ups of new distribution hubs, further solidifying PTP’s standing as a premier regional logistics hub.”

“None of this would have been possible without the continued support of our customers, partners and stakeholders, and most importantly, the dedication of our workforce who make this happen. As we look ahead, our focus remains on optimising our footprint, advancing key developments and preparing for even higher volumes, while staying anchored on our people, our technology, our processes, our customers at the centre, and safety as our top priority.”

December proved to be a defining month for PTP, marked not only by record-breaking throughput milestones, but also by the grand celebration of its 25th Anniversary Gala Night. The event brought together government representatives, regulators, shipping line customers, free zone tenants, industry partners, suppliers, community leaders and shareholders to commemorate a quarter-century of shared growth and achievement.

PTP’s achievement to surpass 14 million TEU handling throughput is even more significant given that it was achieved while sustaining a monthly average of 1.2 million TEUs with no congestion.

The Gala Night was graced by Loke Siew Fook, who also presented special recognitions including the Builders of the Port Laureate, Quarter-Century Throughput Leader, Rising Star Line, Longstanding Partnerships and Free Zone Excellences. These recognitions were conferred in appreciation of the individuals, organisations and partners who have journeyed alongside PTP throughout its 25 years of excellence.

At the Gala Night, Loke said, “The significance of PTP’s rise is clear. PTP is on track to join the world’s Top 10 ports, a goal well within reach given its performance, strategic location and continued investment in technology, infrastructure and talent.”

“This momentum reflects more than operational capability. It represents the confidence placed in PTP and in Malaysia by global carriers, shipping alliances and supply chain operators who view our nation as a safe, stable and scalable partner for world-class port services.”

“My heartfelt congratulations to the board, management team, and every member of the PTP workforce. Your collective efforts have firmly placed PTP on the global maritime map,” he said, congratulating the PTP team on the milestones.
Source: Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP)