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Case Study Of Jurong Port

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BACKGROUND OF THE UNDERSTUDY PORT

5.1 Introduction

In this chapter, we will discuss on the background of the multipurpose port that has been chosen as an input for case study. Jurong Port is used as a subject from where the actual data were collected between the years of 2010 till 2014. The background also explains the importance of knowing the accurate berth utilization rate in order to reduce the turn-around time of vessels berthing at a multipurpose port where diversified cargo operations being carried out. The subsequent section in this chapter brings brief explanation of the port achievement, goals, facilities, and services provided at the port.

5.2 Background of Jurong Port

Jurong Port Pte Ltd is a leading international multipurpose port operator handling almost all type of cargoes inclusive of the main general, bulk and containerized cargo. Headquartered in Singapore, Jurong Port began operations as a moderate operator handling general and bulk cargo in the year of 1965, with the intention of serving the development needs of Singapore. The port, up to the current statistics, welcomes more than 17000 vessels annually from regionally and internationally (Jurong Port Singapore, 2015a). …show more content…

It also operates two separate lighter terminals catering to vessel crafts that provide supplies to ships calling at Singapore. Internationally, Jurong Port operates two joint venture terminals in China – RI Zhao in Shandong province, and Yangpu on Hainan Island. It is currently exploring other joint venture terminals in the region (Jurong Port Singapore, 2015b). Currently, Jurong Port has a wharf length of 5.6 km, which accommodates all the 32 berths in the main terminal. The below table illustrates Jurong Port’s facilities (Jurong Port Singapore,

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