Berth 8, which will be built in stages, will significantly increase the Manila International Container Terminal’s (MICT’s) capabilities to accommodate ultra-container vessels of up to 18,000 TEUs.
The new berth will provide 400 metres of quay and 120,000 m² of yard area, bringing an extra yearly capacity of 200,000 TEUs at the major box terminal of the Philippines.
When finished, the MICT will have an annual capacity of 3.5 million TEUs, becoming the largest international gateway in the country. Additionally, the MICT will have a total berth length of 2,300 metres after the completion of the project, translating to a 21% increase in berthing capacity.
“Along with equipment, Berth 8 is estimated to cost P15 billion (US$270 million). MICT is currently capable of handling neo-Panamax ships through berths 6 and 7, which are operated by five quay cranes (QC). A sixth crane is scheduled to arrive in July 2023 and will be operational within the year. Berth 8 will operate with a minimum of four QCs – two of which will be delivered in 2025,” stated Christian R. Gonzalez, executive vice president of ICTSI.
Aside from the construction of Berth 8, ICTSI has commenced the modernisation of Berths 1 to 5 and their backup and yard areas. The project includes the installation of additional reefer racks to accommodate approximately 300 TEUs of reefer cargo.
