Bintulu: Bintulu Port has consistently handled over 80 per cent of Sarawak’s total imports and exports, said Bintulu Port Holdings Bhd president and group chief executive officer Datuk Ruslan Abdul Ghani. He emphasized Bintulu Port’s significant role in facilitating Sarawak’s economic growth, aiding trade, supporting various industries, and linking the state to international markets.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ruslan highlighted the port’s readiness to adapt to the evolving global energy landscape, specifically in emerging sectors such as green hydrogen and renewable energy logistics. He noted these areas as the new growth frontiers that Bintulu Port is prepared to support, mentioning this at the Customer Centric Nite 2025 dinner.

Ruslan reported that during the first nine months of 2025, Bintulu Port achieved a total cargo throughput of 38.3 million tonnes and managed 5,649 vessel calls. This was accomplished despite temporary challenges including maintenance activities for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and disruptions caused by weather conditions. He also pointed out the port’s competitive vessel turnaround times-27 hours for LNG vessels and 47 hours for non-LNG vessels-supported by an equipment availability rate of 87 per cent, underscoring their commitment to operational excellence.

He further mentioned that the installation of a new port operating system and an autogate system is anticipated to be completed by the end of this month. Financially, Bintulu Port continues to perform steadily, with a return on investment of RM41 million, earnings per share of 22.3 sen, and an operating cash flow of RM117.7 million. Ruslan noted that these financial fundamentals bolster their capacity to reinvest in infrastructure, digital innovation, and talent development, ensuring the port delivers greater value and enhanced service for its partners and customers.