GTI sets highest national berth productivity record

Nov. 17, 2008 - PRLog -- Gateway Terminals India has set an ambitious national record in operational productivity with MV Maersk Damietta doing 2706 moves in 15:55 hours. These 2706 moves comprised of 1461 discharge moves and 1245 load moves. This record feat was accomplished while continuing with smooth routine operations. The day witnessed 2336 gate-moves, truck turn-around time of 63 minutes and handling of 1673 trucks and 5 trains. MV Maersk Damietta has now become the vessel with fastest turn around time in India.

Operational efficiency of container terminal is the key factor controlling cost of vessel operation. With speedier turn-around at the terminal, the costs for shipping lines are substantially minimized.

“The berth productivity at GTI has been growing consistently and today we have set yet another benchmark,” commented Arvind Bhatnagar, CEO. “Kudos to the commitment and dedication of the GTI’ans, who strive each day to achieve excellence!”

“We are committed to delivering efficient and valuable service to our customers at optimum costs,” said Prakash Tulsiani, COO. “This national record is a step forward in ensuring customer delight and long term partnership.”

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Gateway Terminals India Pvt. Ltd
Gateway Terminals India (GTI), part of APM Terminals’ Global Terminal Network, is a Joint Venture between APM Terminals and CONCOR. The facility, India’s largest container terminal, is an exemplary model of successful Public/Private Partnership and terminal operation efficiency. GTI is strategically located at Nhava Sheva (Mumbai), India’s premier gateway port, serving the commercial and financial hub of Mumbai.
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