Gwangyang Port Launches 24-Hour Operation of Container Terminal for the First Time
Gonbudu Phase 3-1, Smooth Cargo In/Out Operations Even at Night
[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Hyung-kwon] Yeosu Gwangyang Port Authority (President Cha Min-sik, hereinafter referred to as the Authority) announced on the 7th that it has officially launched a 24-hour operation system at the Gwangyang Port 3-1 phase container terminal.
The Gwangyang Port container terminal was integrated last November when SM Shipping Gwangyang Terminal (SMGT) and Gwangyang Port West Container Terminal (GWCT) merged, and currently, two terminals, KIT (2-2 phase) and GWCT (3-1 phase), are in operation.
This 24-hour operation was implemented after GWCT succeeded SMGT’s workforce and underwent about a one-month preparation period including staff training.
The Authority explained that with the launch of the first-ever 24-hour operation system at Gwangyang Port, the terminal will operate smoothly even during lunchtime and nighttime when cargo loading and unloading were previously difficult, expecting increased port productivity through reduced loading and unloading times.
Additionally, to revitalize the container terminal, the Authority plans to establish ITT (Inter-Terminal Transfer) infrastructure within the terminal to strengthen operational cooperation between the two operators (KIT and GWCT).
Along with this, the Authority intends to further enhance operational efficiency by expanding container inspection, cleaning, and repair facilities on port-related sites.
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Kim Seon-jong, Vice President (Head of Operations Headquarters), stated, “The first 24-hour operation at Gwangyang Port is very meaningful as it enables cargo loading and unloading even at night, which is expected to reduce inconvenience for users. We will continue efforts to increase Gwangyang Port’s productivity by establishing ITT infrastructure and expanding container inspection, cleaning, and repair facilities.”
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