Celebrating Hapag-Lloyd Damietta Express Maiden Call at Port of Tanjung Pelepas, Malaysia

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) welcomed the maiden call of Damietta Express — Hapag-Lloyd AG’s latest Hamburg-Express-class fleet and a key carrier within the newly launched Gemini Cooperation network.

As a key Asian hub within the Gemini Cooperation of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, PTP plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of this global partnership. To support this, PTP has undertaken extensive preparations and accelerated development, reaffirming our commitment and ensuring we are fully equipped to support Gemini and demonstrate our capabilities.

This milestone goes beyond receiving a new vessel at our terminal. It marks the beginning of a strong and promising collaboration with Hapag-Lloyd, now among our valued customers at this leading transshipment hub in the region. Notably, Damietta Express also underwent Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) bunkering, reinforcing PTP’s distinction as Malaysia’s first terminal to facilitate such sustainable and eco-efficient operation.

It is truly an honour for PTP to host this magnificent ship on its inaugural port call at our terminal.