The Port of Tanjung Pelepas aims to raise its annual throughput to 16 million containers by 2029, up from a record 14 million last year, reports Free Malaysia Today.

Chief Executive Mark Hardiman stated that the port handled nearly 1.3 million TEU in May, marking its highest monthly throughput. He attributed this growth to global shipping realignment following the Gemini Cooperation between Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd in 2025, which established PTP as the main hub for the alliance.

To achieve the 2029 target, Mr. Hardiman mentioned that PTP will complete Berth Zero, which will add 360 meters of berth space and four cranes. The port's free zone is currently about 95 percent occupied, with expansion expected to align with the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.

Mr. Hardiman also highlighted PTP's commitment to advancing decarbonisation, aiming to cut emissions by 45 percent by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. The port has fully electrified 67 quay cranes and 234 rubber-tyred gantry cranes, and is in the process of electrifying its fleet of more than 600 prime movers.

Additionally, PTP has joined Tenaga Nasional Bhd's Green Energy Tariff programme, secured renewable electricity allocations, and expanded rooftop solar installations. The port is also collaborating with the Port of Melbourne under a memorandum of understanding focused on decarbonisation and alternative fuels.

Furthermore, Mr. Hardiman noted that PTP is making strides in improving gender diversity, with five women marine pilots among 45, women comprising 10 percent of prime mover operators, and Malaysia's first woman operating a rubber-tyred gantry crane. Diversity targets have been introduced across operations and management.