Manila Multipurpose Terminal (MMT) reached a significant operational landmark recently with the successful handling of its 2,000th vessel, the Ken Olive. This milestone underscores the terminal’s rapid growth and its hardening position as a key player in the region’s maritime logistics landscape.
Since beginning operations, MMT has maintained a steady trajectory of increasing vessel calls. This achievement is the result of seamless coordination between terminal teams, shipping lines, and agents, ensuring that a diverse range of cargo types is handled with precision and adaptability.
The arrival of the Ken Olive was marked by a commemorative ceremony. Plaques of appreciation were presented to:
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Aris Shipping Co. Ltd. (Vessel Operator)
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Philhua Shipping Inc. (Ship Agent)
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Captain Emmanuel I. Andres (Vessel Master)
“This milestone highlights our unwavering focus on service delivery and operational readiness,” said Mikkel Puyat, Chief Executive Officer of MMT. “As we look forward, MMT will continue to enhance its capabilities through strategic equipment upgrades, process refinements, and new digital initiatives designed to stay ahead of our customers’ evolving needs.”
As MMT celebrates this 2,000th call, the terminal remains dedicated to maintaining the flexibility and efficiency that have become its hallmarks. By investing in both technology and infrastructure, MMT is positioned to serve an even greater volume of vessels and diverse cargo requirements in the years to come.
