NORTHPORT ACQUIRES 71 UNITS OF NEW PRIME MOVERS TO ENHANCE TERMINAL EFFICIENCY
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NORTHPORT ACQUIRES 71 UNITS OF NEW PRIME MOVERS TO ENHANCE TERMINAL EFFICIENCY
PORT KLANG, 18 March 2026 – Northport (Malaysia) Bhd (“Northport”), a subsidiary of MMC Port Holdings Berhad (“MMC Ports”) and a member of the MMC Group, took delivery of 37 units of new prime movers from Terberg Tractors Malaysia Sdn Bhd (“Terberg”). The delivery marks the third batch of a total of 71 units purchased from Terberg, highlighting Northport’s commitment to optimising terminal productivity and further strengthening service reliability across its operations as part of its ongoing terminal modernisation and digitalisation initiatives.
PORT KLANG, 18 March 2026 – Northport (Malaysia) Bhd (“Northport”), a subsidiary of MMC Port Holdings Berhad (“MMC Ports”) and a member of the MMC Group, took delivery of 37 units of new prime movers from Terberg Tractors Malaysia Sdn Bhd (“Terberg”). The delivery marks the third batch of a total of 71 units purchased from Terberg, highlighting Northport’s commitment to optimising terminal productivity and further strengthening service reliability across its operations as part of its ongoing terminal modernisation and digitalisation initiatives.
A handover ceremony of the prime movers was held at Wharf 8A, with representatives from both Northport and Terberg in attendance. As a symbolic gesture to mark the occasion, Jonathan Teo, General Manager of Terberg, presented a replica key to Nik Muzani Nik Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer of Northport.
“The acquisition of these new prime movers will enhance the efficiency and productivity of Northport’s operations, enabling us to deliver consistent and reliable services to our customers. The new fleet will accommodate the increasing capacity of our terminal, supporting sustainable growth and future expansion of our port operations,” said Nik Muzani.
“Our two-decade-long partnership with Northport has been built on a solid foundation of trust and confidence. This successful handover reflects the strength of our collaboration, our shared commitment to operational excellence and the continued confidence Northport places in Terberg’s support. We look forward to achieving more milestones together and strengthening this valued partnership for many years to come,” said Jonathan.
“This latest terminal enhancement reinforces Northport’s commitment to operating responsibly, efficiently and safely within the MMC Ports network. The addition of these modern and energy-efficient prime movers supports our MMC Ports agenda to implement sustainable technologies, elevate digital integration, and strengthen safety performance at the port. By continuously investing in reliable assets and smart operational capabilities, Northport is able to deliver an even higher standard of service to its customers while advancing its long-term mission of building a resilient, innovative and future-ready port ecosystem,” said Dato’ Azman Shah Mohd Yusof, Group Chief Executive Officer of MMC Port Holdings Berhad.
The newly acquired YT220_4x2 prime movers are powered by high-performance Cummins engines and are designed to enhance reliability, fuel efficiency and operational stability. Equipped with advanced suspension and safety features, the units will be deployed across the terminal to facilitate seamless container movements between the quayside, container yards and warehouse facilities.
A total of 71 units of prime movers were delivered to Northport in several batches from January to March 2026. In addition, Northport is also expected to receive a further 20 units of new SINOTRUK prime movers by April 2026 as part of its broader fleet expansion programme. With these acquisitions, the total number of Northport’s prime mover fleet will increase to 190 units.
“The replacement and expansion of our prime mover fleet will enhance terminal efficiency by ensuring smoother container movements and improved vessel and yard performance. Equipped with advanced features to support operational excellence, these assets are aligned with our strategic direction towards the ‘Modernisation and Digitalisation’ of the terminal,” said Nik Muzani.
Terberg is a globally active company specialising in the development, production and modification of specialised transport vehicles and systems for port terminals, logistics and waste collection. Its services include maintenance, spare parts supply, retrofitting, repairs, rental and telematics solutions. With a strong focus on sustainable growth and continuous innovation, Terberg has maintained its success for more than 155 years.
Photo caption: Nik Muzani Nik Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer of Northport (centre) receiving a replica key from Jonathan Teo, General Manager of Terberg (third from right) symbolising the handover of the new prime movers.
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About Northport (Malaysia) Bhd
Northport (Malaysia) Bhd (“Northport”) is one of the largest multi-purpose gateway ports of its kind in the national ports system. Northport is grouped under MMC Port Holdings Berhad (“MMC Ports”), Malaysia’s largest port operating group. MMC Ports is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MMC Corporation Berhad, a leading utilities and infrastructure group with diversified businesses under four divisions, namely Ports and Logistics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering and Industrial Development.
Northport offers dedicated facilities and services to handle a wide variety of cargoes ranging from containers to cars, break bulk cargoes as well as liquid and dry bulk cargoes of all types and shipment sizes.
With a historical tradition dating back more than 120 years, Northport plays an important role in the development of the Malaysian economy and the country’s burgeoning international trade.
Northport is the recipient of the “Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Practitioner with Best Integrity” Special Award at the Integrity, Governance, and Anti-corruption Awards (“AIGA”) 2023, Anugerah Perdana Penarafan Bintang Sasaran Penting (APBSP) 2023 under the Key Point ll category, British Safety Council’s International Safety Awards (Merit) in 2023 and winner of the International Association of Ports and Harbors (“IAPH”) 2022 Sustainability Award, under the Health Safety and Security category, the first Malaysian port to receive the prestigious international award from IAPH, Northport is also the winner of the Best Port Safety Management Award from the Ministry of Transport Malaysia in 2021.
Northport is the Gold Award winner of the Integrity, Governance and Anti-corruption Awards (“AIGA”) 2022 and 2023, and winner of the National Occupational Safety and Health (“NOSH”) Award 2020/2021 in the Business Services, Mentor-Mentee (Mentor) and the CEO of the Year (Private Sector) categories, NOSH Award 2019 in the Business Services category and Malaysia’s Best Seaport – Outstanding Performance Award in the Port category presented by the Ministry of Transport Malaysia for two consecutive years, in conjunction with the Malaysia World Maritime Week 2016 and 2017.
Northport also holds the distinction of being the first port in Malaysia to be awarded the ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems in 2019 and ISO 37001:2016 Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) in 2021.
Enquiries: Please log on to www.northport.com.my or call Azmi Anis, Head of Corporate Communications, Northport (Malaysia) Bhd, Tel: 012-320 7755 / +603-3169 8776 or email azmi@northport.com.my
About MMC Corporation Berhad
MMC Corporation Berhad (“MMC”) is a leading utility and infrastructure group with diversified businesses under four core business divisions, namely Ports and Logistics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering, and Industrial Development.
MMC Ports is Malaysia’s largest port operator as well ASEAN’s largest private terminal operator with a volume handling of 18.4 million TEUs and 36.5 million FWTs as of 2024. Its key businesses under the Ports and Logistics division include operations and management of Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd, Johor Port Berhad, Northport (Malaysia) Bhd, Penang Port Sdn Bhd, Tanjung Bruas Port Sdn Bhd, SPT Services Sdn Bhd, Andaman Port Sdn Bhd, Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal Sdn Bhd, Port Klang Cruise Terminal Sdn Bhd and Langkawi Cruise Terminal Sdn Bhd.
Additionally, MMC’s Ports operations are supported by two integrated business logistics solution providers, namely Kontena Nasional Berhad and KTMB MMC Cargo Sdn Bhd. Internationally, MMC has a presence in Saudi Arabia via Red Sea Gateway Terminal Company Limited, a container port terminal within the Jeddah Islamic Port.
Under the Energy and Utilities division, MMC is the single largest shareholder of both Malakoff Corporation Berhad, a sustainably driven multinational energy generation and environmental solutions company and Gas Malaysia Berhad, a total energy solutions provider. Malakoff is Malaysia’s largest Independent Power Producer (IPP), while its subsidiary, Alam Flora Sdn Bhd, stands as the nation’s largest waste management company, handling an average of 1.1 million tonnes of waste annually. In addition, through Aliran Ihsan Resources Berhad, we are a pioneer in wastewater recycling technology and a specialist in water treatment solutions. Aliran Ihsan Resources Berhad is the largest operator of wastewater recycling facilities in Malaysia with a total built capacity of 18 MLD.
MMC’s Engineering division has played a leading role in the implementation and completion of the 51 km Klang Valley Mass Rapid Transit (“KVMRT”) Kajang Line, including the underground works package and the entire 57.7 km KVMRT Putrajaya Line. MMC has successfully delivered several notable civil and infrastructure projects including the 329 km Ipoh-Padang Besar Electrified Double Tracking Project, the innovative Stormwater Management and Road Tunnel (“SMART”) Motorway (a first of its kind, dual-purpose tunnel), Langat Centralised Sewerage Treatment Plant, Langat 2 Water Treatment Plant and Refinery and Petrochemical Integrated Development (“RAPID”) Pengerang Cogeneration Plant. It has also supported national food security through its involvement with MADA in developing infrastructure for the “Five (5) Seasons in Two (2) Years” paddy cultivation programme, aimed at boosting rice production through enhanced irrigation and agricultural systems.
MMC Land Sdn Bhd is the holding company of Senai Airport City Sdn Bhd, Seaport Worldwide Sdn Bhd and Northern Technocity Sdn Bhd, which develops and manages approximately 5,300 acres of industrial development land in Johor and Kedah, namely Senai Airport City (“SAC”), Tanjung Bin Industrial Park (“TBIP”) in Iskandar Malaysia, and Northern Technocity (“NTC”) in Kulim, Kedah. The three (3) developments of SAC, TBIP and NTC provides ready platform and basic infrastructure, and is well connected to major expressway, seaports and airports, targeting clean and hi-tech multinational companies (MNCs), Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) & Domestic Direct Investment (DDI). To date, these developments have successfully secured approximately RM 7- 8 billion in FDI and DDI.
In other business, MMC wholly owns Senai Airport Terminal Services Sdn Bhd, the operator of Senai International Airport in Johor Bahru – an emerging southern aviation hub and an important gateway to Iskandar Malaysia and Johor state.
Enquiries
Please log on to www.mmc.com.my or call:
Azlina Ashar, Head of Group Corporate Communications, MMC Corporation Berhad
Tel: +6019 6688 990 / +603 2071 1124,
Fax: +603 2026 2431
Email: azlina.ashar@mmc.com.my
