Malaysia will have the first seaport applying AI technology.

Malaysia plans to build a new AI-powered port along the west coast of the Malay Peninsula opposite the Strait of Malacca.

Located near Kuala Lumpur and midway through the Strait of Malacca, Malaysia's AI-powered port could benefit from high traffic volume and connectivity to key industrial areas. (Source: Reuters)

Malaysia plans to spend approximately US$425 million on a new port that will utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operational efficiency on one of the world's busiest shipping lanes. This will be the first port in Malaysia to apply AI technology.

In early June, local real estate developer Tanco Holdings, through its subsidiary Midports Holdings, signed a memorandum of understanding for port construction with CCCC Dredging Co., a marine engineering company belonging to China Communications Construction Group of China.

According to the plan, the new port will be built on an area of ​​approximately 809,300 square meters in the city of Port Dickson in the state of Negeri Sembilan.

Located near Kuala Lumpur and midway across the Strait of Malacca, the port can benefit from high traffic volume and connectivity to key industrial areas in Malaysia. It will feature a 1.8 km long wharf, terminal, and container handling area.

AI technology is expected to improve port operational efficiency, minimize human error, and reduce accident rates. AI systems will analyze traffic data, schedule ship movements, monitor maritime activity around the port, and automate logistics management.

These advancements are expected to streamline processes, reduce operating costs, and minimize environmental impact. The port will also feature automated cranes, self-driving trucks, and state-of-the-art cybersecurity measures, with the capacity to accommodate large container ships.

Tanco Group CEO Andrew Tan Juan Suan said the construction of the port will contribute to Malaysia's goal of establishing a modern and efficient port hub, boosting economic development in Negeri Sembilan state and strengthening the country's global trade position.

According to Andrew, the partnership with CCCC Dredging Co. marks a significant step toward realizing the company's vision of a world-class port in Port Dickson. CCCC Dredging Co.'s expertise and resources will ensure the successful implementation of the project, boosting economic growth and creating jobs in the region.

Negeri Chief Minister Sembilan Aminuddin Harun said the new port could significantly boost Malaysia's logistics and shipping industry thanks to the network of roads and highways connecting the port to major industrial areas.

As global companies diversify their supply chains, Malaysia is emerging as a beneficiary, attracting investment from electronics and other manufacturers. Malaysia's largest port, Port Klang, is also planning to double its capacity to meet demand.

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