Siemens partners with MMH to provide technology for Myanmar’s ports
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Myanmar Mahar Htun (MMH) to provide technology and solutions for Myanmar’s busy ports with ever-increasing requirements. Through this collaboration, MMH will equip ports with cranes that feature Siemens’ technology, which would enable them to upgrade their services, enhance safety features and improve productivity. This is in alignment with the focus of Myanmar Port Authority (MPA) to increase capabilities of the country’s port facilities.
Myanmar, with its strategic location that is connected to key regional markets China and India, and bordering three other Asian countries, Bangladesh, Thailand and Laos, currently is able to handle around 20 small tankers with around a total of 220,000 deadweight tonnes (DWT). This number is set to further rise with the expansion of its ports. In particular, its Yangon port is expected to handle ships with maximum of 50,000 DWT, putting it in front of ports in other Southeast Asian markets.
Christian Beckers, head of business development, Digital Factory and Process Industry and Drives, Siemens Myanmar and Cambodia, said: “Growing demand for quality goods plus increase in trade and investments will create new opportunities for expansion of Myanmar’s port and logistics sector. Hence, it is important for the terminals to be equipped with the ability to handle the surging amount of imports and exports expected in the coming years.”
“Siemens’ innovative technologies can enhance productivity, energy efficiency and flexibility while at the same time fulfil the highest international safety standards and increased competitiveness in the market. Along with MMH and the MPA, we aim to enhance port optimization to reliably handle increased traffic and trade volumes,” he continued.
Yamon Win, executive director, Myanmar Mahar Htun Co., Ltd said: “Through our solid joint partnership, Siemens and Myanmar Mahar Htun Co. Ltd are able to provide a value-added product range which comprise of a combination of totally integrated and complete range of technologies and tailor-made solutions as well as local contact support for our customers in Myanmar. Our aim is to make Myanmar’s ports more efficient as they expand, and this will in turn make the country more competitive on a regional level, and all the more attractive to investors and operators.”
Cranes are indispensable for transporting loads in terminals, industrial operations and shipyards. Wherever they are used, they must operate with the greatest performance and safety, as well as optimal availability, reliability, maintainability and cost-effectiveness.
To underline their commitment to the industry in Myanmar, Siemens and MMH have also recently organized a seminar for their customers to discuss challenges faced by different terminals and identify potential solutions to address these challenges. The seminar, which was also organized with the support of MPA, enabled Siemens to showcase how its technology would enable the companies to enhance their offerings to meet with current and future industry demands.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific port in Myanmar is expected to see significant growth in its capacity to handle larger ships?
Which specific port in Myanmar is expected to see significant growth in its capacity to handle larger ships?
Yangon port is expected to handle ships up to 50,000 DWT. This expansion aims to position it ahead of other ports in Southeast Asian markets, indicating a key focus for development.
Q.Beyond upgrading services and productivity, what other key benefit does the Siemens technology offer for the ports?
Beyond upgrading services and productivity, what other key benefit does the Siemens technology offer for the ports?
Siemens' technology will enhance safety features at the ports. This is a crucial benefit alongside improving productivity and service quality, ensuring higher operational standards for cargo handling.
Q.What types of goods or materials are currently handled by Myanmar's ports, or what capacity do they have for specific cargo?
What types of goods or materials are currently handled by Myanmar's ports, or what capacity do they have for specific cargo?
Myanmar's ports are currently able to handle around 20 small tankers. These tankers have a total capacity of approximately 220,000 deadweight tonnes, indicating their present operational scope for certain types of cargo.