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| A view of Manila South Harbour, operated by DP World's strategic partner Asian Terminals Inc . |
The milestone coincides with ATI’s
40th anniversary, cementing four decades of continuous infrastructure
investment and trade connectivity. Over the past 40 years, ATI has injected
more than Php42 billion into modernizing its facilities, handling roughly 30
million TEUs of containerized cargo, 57 million metric tons of
non-containerized freight, and 70 million passengers.
DP World Executive Chairman Essa
Kazim noted that the extension underscores confidence in the Philippines'
economic trajectory and provides the stability required for multi-decade
capital planning. Echoing this, DP World Asia Pacific CEO and Managing Director
Jason Varsamidis emphasized that the renewed mandate sets the stage for the
next phase of port evolution.
With the extended horizon secured,
ATI’s strategic roadmap focuses on future-proofing Manila South Harbour through
four key pillars:
Capacity Expansion: Scaling terminal capabilities to
accommodate rising cargo volumes and shifting global trade patterns.
Green Operations: Deploying energy-efficient,
eco-friendly cargo-handling equipment to reduce carbon footprints.
Automation & Digitalization: Integrating smart digital
technologies and automated workflows to boost turnaround efficiency and safety.
End-to-End Logistics: Strengthening seamless supply
chain connectivity for shipping lines, importers, and exporters.
Backed by a 2,000-strong workforce
and DP World’s global logistics network, ATI aims to keep Manila South Harbour
competitive, resilient, and responsive to the evolving demands of regional and
international commerce for decades to come. (*/ed).
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