The Competitors Sabang Port

Sabang Free Trade and Free Port Zone or Sabang Region consist of Sabang City (including Weh Island, Klah Island, Rubiah Island, Seulako Island and Rondo Island) and District of Pulo Aceh in Aceh Besar Regency (including Breuh Island, Nasi Island and Teunom Island) and others little island in its environs. Geographically Sabang Region lay in 05° 46′ 28” – 05° 54′ 28″ NL and 95° 13′ 02 – 95° 22′ 36″ EL.
BBoundary of Sabang Region is
North side: Benggala bay, south side:Indonesia Ocean, east side:Malaka Straits and west side:Indian Ocean.
The total area of Sabang is approximately 153 sq.km, divided into two districts i.e district of Sukajaya and district of Sukakarya.

The Competitors Sabang Port
Malaysia

Port Klang is situated on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, about 40 km from the capital city, Kuala Lumpur.Its proximity to the greater Klang Valley – the commercial and industrial hub of the country as well as the country’s most populous region ensures that the port plays a pivotal role in the economic development of the country. Based on a Government directive in 1993, Port Klang is currently being developed as the National Load Centre and eventually a hub for the region.

With a number of load centring and hubbing strategies pursued since 1993, the facilities and services in Port Klang are now synonymous to those of World class ports. The port has trade connections with over 120 countries and dealings with more than 500 ports around the world. Its ideal geographical location makes it the first port of call for ships on the eastbound leg and the last port of call on the westbound leg of the Far East-Europe trade route

As Malaysia’s premier port, Port Klang will:

- Provide the highest standards of cargo safety and security while ensuring a navigationally safe haven for ships.

- Strive for cost-effective service through port performance of international standard.

- Develop a highly-trained, motivated workforce to meet the growing demands of the port industry.

- Create a conducive commercial environment to provide traders a competitive edge in the world market.

- Develop supply-driven port facilities and services to undertake a larger regional role.

World’s Largest Container Ship Calls At Port Klang

The world’s largest container ship, the OOCL Shenzhen, called at Northport on 26 June, marking the first time such a vessel has been handled at a Malaysian or regional port.

The ‘SX’ class vessel, which belongs to Overseas Orient Container Line (OOCL), weighs 100,000 deadweight tonnes, has an overall length of 323 metres, a capacity of 8,063 TEU and a full load speed of 25.2 knots.

The arrival of the OOCL Shenzhen is a showcase of Northport’s capability to receive vessels of such size. The terminal has recently opened its newest terminal, CT3, which has depth alongside of 15 metres to receive vessels of up to 120,000 tonnes displacement.

The OOCL Shenzhen is deployed on the China-Europe Express Loop (Loop B) of the Asia-Europe Service. The Express Loop is a 56-day round trip. Another ‘SX’ class, the OOCL Long Beach, called at Northport on 7 July.

Four more such vessels are scheduled for delivery to OOCL next year while another two more each will be delivered in 2005 and 2006. OOCL, which has one of the youngest container fleets in the world, moved 2.26 million TEU last year.

Port Klang Authority has identified additional facilities as part of its supply-driven policies. When Westport is completed, the facilities at Port Klang will be sufficient to handle the projected cargo throughput 130.5 million tonnes by the year 2010. Container projection by then will be 8.4 million TEUs.

As part of the master plan, the development of Port Klang will also see further expansion of port facilities south of Port Klang between Tanjung Rhu and Batu Laut (30 km from Port Klang). The major thrust of these developments will be more industrial based dealing with very large consignments.

Port Klang’s development is in line with the economic growth in the central region of the country and also its identity as a regional transshipment base.

Singapore

On average, Singapore attracts some 140,000 vessel calls annually. Besides efficient cargo handling, bunkering, oil refining, shipbuilding and ship repair, the Singapore port is noted for its wide range of marine services including pilot age, towage, heavy lift services, offshore support, salvage work, fresh water supply, crew change, ship supplies and slop disposal, among others.

Our comprehensive port facilities and services remain unsurpassed in terms of quality, efficiency, competitiveness and reliability. These are backed by international terminal operators for cargo/container handling, oil refining, and petrochemicals.

For bunkering, we guarantee quality. Our clear standards for bunkering such as the Singapore Standard for Bunkering, SS CP60 and the Singapore Standard for Bunker Suppliers, SS CP70, are internationally recognized. Our bunker surveyors are licensed. Our bunker suppliers are accredited. And our intensive bunker quality checks help uphold Singapore’s international standing as a quality bunkering port.

New incentives are frequently designed to strengthen Singapore as a marketplace for operations for all port businesses.

Our port has been a cornerstone of Singapore’s economy for nearly 200 years. Singapore’s strategic position and its potential to be a successful port was the main reason that led to the founding of Singapore. Since then, foresight in planning, bold investments and continuous upgrading of our workforce and infrastructure have enabled us to retain our position as a premier hub port, with excellent connectivity and top-notch facilities to provide the best service to our customers.” – Minister for Transport, Mr Yeo Cheow Tong (October 2003)

The Port of Singapore has played a key role in Singapore’s transformation into a global trading power. Aside from its strategic geographical location, Singapore also boasts a strong and stable government, good infrastructure, a pro-business environment, a transparent legal system and state-of-the-art telecommunications.

Singapore, strategically placed in the heart of Asia, is the gateway to major cities and regional markets. It is now widely recognized as a principal centre for shipping activities. The Republic remains a focal point for some 200 shipping lines with links to more than 600 ports in over 120 countries worldwide. There are about 1,000 ships in the port at any one time. From cargo handling, bunkering and ship supplies to professional ship management and ship broking services, international legal and arbitration expertise, and world-class maritime R&D and training facilities, Singapore is the one-stop International Maritime Centre for integrated maritime operations and services.

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) acts as the sole regulatory body for the Republic’s port and maritime affairs. It is also the champion agency tasked to further develop and promote Singapore’s maritime services. The MPA works closely with its maritime industry partners facilitates their needs and nurtures their businesses by providing a conducive maritime operating environment in Singapore. The MPA also represents Singapore in international organizations