9 Questions
The Penang Port Commission was established in 1950.
False
The Port of Penang has a total area of 300 acres.
False
The Butterworth Wharf has 6 berths, including 3 container berths and 3 conventional berths.
False
The total handling capacity of the Port of Penang is 2 million TEUs per annum.
False
The Penang Port Commission provides facilities and services for port users, including ship repair and maintenance.
True
The annual cargo throughput of the Penang Port Commission is approximately 1.5 million TEUs.
False
The Penang Port Commission regulates and controls port activities, including cargo handling and ship berthing.
True
The Butterworth Wharf has a total handling capacity of 1 million TEUs per annum.
False
The Penang Port Commission employs over 3,000 people directly and indirectly.
False
Study Notes
Overview
The Penang Port Commission (PPC) is a statutory body established in 1956 to manage and operate the ports in Penang, Malaysia.
Responsibilities
- Manage and operate the ports of Penang, including the Port of Penang and the Butterworth Wharf
- Regulate and control port activities, including cargo handling, ship berthing, and storage
- Provide facilities and services for port users, including pilotage, towage, and harbour maintenance
- Promote trade and economic development in the state of Penang
Port Facilities
- Port of Penang: located on the northeastern coast of Penang Island, with a total area of 250 acres
- 15 berths, including 5 container berths and 10 conventional berths
- 12 quay cranes, with a total handling capacity of 1.5 million TEUs per annum
- Butterworth Wharf: located on the mainland, with a total area of 150 acres
- 5 berths, including 2 container berths and 3 conventional berths
- 4 quay cranes, with a total handling capacity of 500,000 TEUs per annum
Services
- Containerized cargo handling
- Conventional cargo handling (e.g. breakbulk, project cargo)
- Ship repair and maintenance
- Pilotage and towage services
- Cargo storage and warehousing
- Customs clearance and documentation services
Statistics
- Annual cargo throughput: approximately 1.2 million TEUs
- Annual container vessel calls: over 1,500
- Annual ship calls: over 3,000
- Employing over 2,000 people directly and indirectly
Overview
- Penang Port Commission (PPC) is a statutory body established in 1956
- Manages and operates ports in Penang, Malaysia
Responsibilities
- Manages and operates Port of Penang and Butterworth Wharf
- Regulates and controls port activities, including cargo handling, ship berthing, and storage
- Provides facilities and services for port users, including pilotage, towage, and harbour maintenance
- Promotes trade and economic development in Penang
Port Facilities
- Port of Penang: 250 acres, 15 berths, 12 quay cranes, 1.5 million TEUs handling capacity
- Butterworth Wharf: 150 acres, 5 berths, 4 quay cranes, 500,000 TEUs handling capacity
Services
- Handles containerized and conventional cargo
- Offers ship repair and maintenance services
- Provides pilotage and towage services
- Offers cargo storage and warehousing services
- Provides customs clearance and documentation services
Statistics
- Annual cargo throughput: 1.2 million TEUs
- Annual container vessel calls: over 1,500
- Annual ship calls: over 3,000
- Employs over 2,000 people directly and indirectly
This quiz covers the responsibilities of the Penang Port Commission, including port management, regulation, and facilities provision. It also touches on the promotion of trade and economic development in the region.
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