ONE Secures Stake in Jakarta’s NPCT1 Terminal

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  • Ocean Network Express (ONE) has acquired a minority stake in Jakarta’s New Priok Container Terminal One (NPCT1), boosting its regional presence.
  • NPCT1, with a capacity of 1.5 million TEU, supports mega containerships and serves as a vital gateway for Southeast Asia.
  • The acquisition aligns with ONE’s strategy of investing in key markets, following similar moves in the US and Europe.

Singapore-based Ocean Network Express (ONE) has finalized the acquisition of a minority stake in New Priok Container Terminal One (NPCT1) in Jakarta, Indonesia. This strategic investment reinforces ONE’s foothold in Southeast Asia, furthering its ambitions to enhance global supply chain efficiency and reliability, reports ONE.

NPCT1: A Strategic Asset in Southeast Asia

Built-in 2016, NPCT1 is a state-of-the-art terminal with an annual capacity of 1.5 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). The terminal is equipped with deep drafts and modern facilities to accommodate advanced mega containerships.

Positioned in Jakarta, ONE’s third-largest volume port in Southeast Asia, NPCT1 plays a pivotal role in the region’s logistics network.

Hiroki Tsujii, Global Chief Officer of ONE’s Product & Network Division, described NPCT1 as a “green and efficient terminal” strategically located in a rapidly growing market. “A stake in this terminal ensures access to capacity in a key gateway and supports our growth ambitions,” he added, emphasizing the terminal’s critical role in ONE’s operations.

Strengthening Regional and Global Supply Chains

This acquisition is a significant step in ONE’s long-term strategy to expand its terminal portfolio and secure capacity in critical markets. Jakarta’s importance as a gateway market makes NPCT1 a valuable asset. It enhances ONE’s ability to serve its customers with greater reliability and efficiency.

This move follows a series of recent investments by ONE, including acquiring stakes in terminals on the US West Coast and Europe in November 2023. These efforts underline ONE’s commitment to strengthening its global network and improving service quality for its customers.

Commitment to Sustainable Growth

NPCT1 is not only strategically important but also aligns with ONE’s sustainability goals.

Its green operations underscore the company’s dedication to environmentally responsible practices while expanding its footprint in key markets.

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Source: ONE