Port infrastructure and facilities in Labuan need upgrade, says MASA

Industry organisation, Malaysia Shipowners’ Association (MASA) Chairman Datuk Abdul Hak Md Amin on Thursday (19 December) said Labuan’s port infrastructure and facilities at Labuan port needed an upgrade, according to Bernama.

He noted the improvements are needed for the maritime facility’s service level, security and safety standards and the next appointed port operator must deliver a better service to the shipping lines, ideally without extra costs.

"Our members are one of the key stakeholders, as our members' vessels are calling at Labuan Port regularly,” said Datuk Abdul Hak Md Amin – Chairman of MASA.

“It is the association's wish that the LPA is committed to the upgrade and improve Labuan Port's overall performance, not only (so that) our members’ vessels could turn around faster but its improved service levels will also contribute positively to the entire Labuan community.

“MASA believes and is confident that the LPA chairman, Chan Foong Hin, and board of directors are capable of delivering the best to the Labuan business community and our members.”

The development to review the existing port arrangement and the subsequent port management services tender of Labuan was welcomed by industry players who believed facilities were long due for an upgrade.

Labuan Port Authority (LPA) in August issued an open tender for the operation of the Labuan containerised port, the Labuan Liberty Wharf; a site visit was conducted later in the similar month.

32 local and national players had shown interest in the tender process.

 
Photo credit: Malaysia Shipowners’ Association
Published: 20 December, 2019