PKA introduces a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the inspection, detention and release of containers which took effect from 1 May 2022. Under the new SOP, containers landing in Port Klang must be inspected and released within a three-day period by the government agencies concerned.
PKA initiates the development of the CargoMove System in collaboration with the terminals and private companies. CargoMove is a single booking platform for haulage operators to ease traffic congestion at the terminals. The system is extended to Off-Dock Depots from 1 April 2022.
PKA is appointed by the Ministry of Transport to head the Port Klang Road Infrastructure Committee. The committee is tasked to monitor road and bridge utilisation in and around the port, identify the maintenance requirements, prepare budget estimates to assist government agencies such as the Public Works Department in planning upgrading works, and propose funding sources for periodic and general maintenance.

Port Klang receives international recognition from APEC Port Services Network (APSN) under the Green Port Award System (GPAS) 2020-2023

Covid initiatives to clear cargo.

The world biggest container vessel CMA CGM Antoine de Saint Exupery (20,600 TEUs) made its maiden call to Westports.

Port Klang becomes the London Metal Exchange’s largest distribution hub in the world making PKFZ a leading regional distribution hub.

The world biggest container vessel MV CSCL Globe (19,100 TEUs) made its maiden call to Westports.

The world biggest container vessel CMA CGM Marco Polo (12,000 TEUs) made its maiden call to Westports.

Port Klang ranked top 13th container port in the world.

CMA CGM opens its first dedicated ODD facility at Westports.

PKA awarded 11th International Transport Award in recognition of trajectory and business excellence.

PKA GM assumes Presidency of IAPH for 2 years.

Nedlloyd Manet, P&O Nedlloyd’s flagship,embarked on its maiden voyage to Northport.

PKA GM assumes position of 1st Vice President in the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) for two years.

Northport becomes first port in Asia to receive the P&O Nedlloyd Mondriaan, the largest of the mega-sized container carriers belonging to the P&O Nedlloyd fleet.

World’s largest loadage vessel, CSCL Europe, docks at Westports.

A record-setting 8.25 kilotonnes of crude palm oil loaded on MT Flores at Westports Liquid Bulk Terminal.

PKA certified ISO 9000
PKA received Excellent Service Award from the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry Malaysia (NCCIM)

Regina Maersk becomes largest vessel of its kind to ever dock in Malaysia when it berthed at Westports.

MV Naples and MV Villa from France’s No 1 shipping line CMA berths for first time at Westports.

Westports becomes the first port in Malaysia to offer bunkering services.

West Port is privatized to Kelang Multi Terminal (subsequently known as Westports Malaysia Sdn Bhd) on a 30 years concession agreement.

Port Klang operations fully privatised.

Port Klang exceeds 1 million TEUs handled annually.

PKA adopted its third logo

On its 25th anniversary, Port Klang was declared the National Load Centre

Port Klang handles its millionth container since inception.

PKA took over administration of Port of Malacca.

Tokyo Bay is the first full container ship to dock at Port Klang.

PSA renamed to Port Klang Authority (PKA), with subsequent adoption of new logo.

North Klang Straits wharves renamed North Port.

PSA HQ building construction completed

NKS wharves opened.

Independence of Malaya.

Port Swettenham Board replaces Port Swettenham Advisory Board.

Formation of Marine Department.

Formation of Port Swettenham Advisory Board.

Port Swettenham officially opened to traffic.