Port Klang expects double-digit growth in cargo handling this year

PORT KLANG: Port Klang, the country's largest container port, is optimistic of achieving double-digit growth in cargo handling this year, said Port Klang Authority (PKA) Chairman Datuk Dr Teh Kim Poo. He based the optimism on the fact that Port Klang, the world's 13th largest container port, was undergoing rapid growth and was expected to become one of the most important and busiest container ports, globally.

"The port saw an increase of 21% in the number of consignments handled between 2009 and 2010. There is indication which shows that we can achieve double-digit growth this year," he said at a press conference here today.

On another matter, Teh said Port Klang would organise a series of events between Sept 23 and Sept 25 to celebrate its over 100 years of being a maritime gateway for the country. He said the celebration would kick off on Sept 23 with the launch of a special coffee table book documenting Port Klang's history and progress.

Among the other activities that will be held, over the course of three-days, include a carnival Tanjung Harapan, an open day to the port, a harbour cruise to Northport and Westports, a meet-the-clients day, exhibitions, vintage motorbike parade, floats by sea, jet ski and kayak competitions and colouring contest for kids.

There will also be a blood donation drive, an open air concert, karaoke competitions, fireworks displays, career talks and many other events. The celebration will end with a charity golf game on Sept 25. - BERNAMA