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Press Release24 June 2026Siemens AGJohor
Port of Tanjung Pelepas partners with Siemens on digital infrastructure for the future of port operations
Chief Executive Officer of PTP, Mark Hardiman with President and CEO of Siemens Malaysia, Tindaro Danze, during the MOU signing ceremony.
The agreement was formalised during a ceremony at
the Port Briefing Room in Wisma A, PTP. The document was signed by PTP’s Chief
Executive Officer, Mark Hardiman, and the President and CEO of Siemens
Malaysia, Tindaro Danze.
This strategic partnership
combines PTP’s large-scale port operations with Siemens’ expertise in
industrial digitalisation, automation, and smart infrastructure, aiming to
accelerate the adoption of next-generation technologies like AI, IoT, and
predictive maintenance.
The collaboration will
focus on workforce capability and technical training to prepare personnel for
hybrid human–automation environments, while also implementing pilot projects, such
as smart asset tracking and energy optimisation to evaluate scalability and
return on investment in a real-world port setting. Additionally, the
partnership seeks to improve equipment reliability through integrated asset
lifecycle strategies and enhanced service-level support frameworks.
Reflecting on the strategic
significance of the signing, the Chairman of PTP, Tan Sri Tajudin Atan remarked
that the partnership is a cornerstone of PTP’s commitment to delivering
world-class service to its global business partners and customers.
“By integrating Siemens’
cutting-edge technology, we are ensuring that PTP remains at the forefront of
logistics innovation, providing our clients with the reliability, speed, and
efficiency they require in an increasingly complex trade environment.”
“This initiative builds
directly upon our recent achievements, where PTP has consistently broken volume
records and maintained operational excellence. By investing in this digital
infrastructure today, we are securing a more resilient and high-performing future
for the entire supply chain network we support."
Echoing this sentiment, Mark
Hardiman stated, “This collaboration with Siemens supports PTP’s ambition to
enhance terminal efficiency and resilience through applied technology. By
testing and deploying digital solutions in real operational settings, we can
better prepare the port for future trade growth and evolving customer
requirements”.
Tindaro
Danze, noted, “Southeast Asia continues to see strong growth in trade and
logistics complexity. Through this collaboration with PTP, we are moving beyond
concept discussions into applied digital solutions that support operational
efficiency, reliability and workforce transformation in port environments”.
As PTP and Siemens embark
on this collaborative journey, the partnership signals the maritime industry’s
ongoing transition toward predictive, data-driven, and increasingly autonomous
operations. By prioritising innovation, human capital development, and
infrastructure resilience, both organisations are well-positioned to navigate
the evolving demands of global trade while setting a new standard for
operational excellence in Southeast Asia.
Siemens Malaysia Sdn Bhd is a leading technology company with comprehensive products and solutions, and emerging technologies for various markets in the Malaysian economy, under its Digital Industries and Smart Infrastructure businesses. It focuses on the areas of intelligent infrastructure for buildings, grids and distributed energy systems, more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, as well as automation and digitalization in the process and manufacturing industries. The company creates technology with purpose, adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for Malaysians.