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A total of 53 container ships are scheduled to call in September at Yangon Port, according to the Myanma Port Authority.
In September, seven container vessels each run by Samudera Shipping Line and Sealand Maersk Asia, five by COSCO Shipping Line, four each by IAL Line, MSC Line, RCL Line and SITC Line, three each by Evergreen Line and PIL Line, two each by BAY Line and BLPL Shipping Line, one each by CMA CGM Line, Land & Sea Line and Ti2 Container Line are slated to dock at Yangon Port.
This year, 52 container ships each in January and February, 55 in March, 50 in April, 56 in May, 57 in June, 53 in July and 54 in August arrived at Yangon Port.
Yangon Port handled a total of 620 container vessels this year. Following the draft extension, the international ocean liners can access the inner port for now, according to the Myanma Port Authority’s statement on 22 June 2022.
After the new navigation channel (Kings Bank Channel) accessing the inner Yangon River was found, the draft extension work was accelerated. After that, the port can now handle larger ships. The container vessel (185.99-metre LOA, 35.25-metre BOA, 29,232 GRT and 2,698 TEU) Hongkong-based SITC Shipping Line docked at Asia World Port Terminal for the first time on 22 June.
That vessel is the largest ship that AWPT Port handled.
From May 2021, the arrival of the ships at terminals in Yangon has increased again. To fulfil the seaborne trade requirements, three new container vessels by Maersk Line Myanmar (SeaLand Maersk) started to run in 2021.
Earlier, the larger ships had draft problems preventing their sailing on the Yangon River. The draft was extended up to 10 metres, so the larger ocean liners could enter Thilawa Port.
The coast of Myanmar is 2,228 kilometres (1,260 nautical miles) including the Rakhine coastline (713 kilometres), delta region (437 kilometres) and Taninthayi coastline (1,078 kilometres), stretching from northern Bangladesh’s border to southern Thailand’s border area. There are 10 seaports along the coastline, including Yangon Port, Thilawa Deep Seaport, Kyaukphyu Deep Seaport, Sittway Port, Thandwe Port, Pathein Port, Mawlamyine Port, Dawei Deep Seaport, Myeik Port and Kawthoung Port.
Seaborne trade accounts for 75 per cent of foreign trade. However, Yangon Port including Thilawa terminals is the only international port and the remaining ports in eight cities are designated for the domestic way only. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Myanmar’s Ambassador to Brazil U Aung Kyaw Zan engaged in a productive discussion with the chief representative of the cross-border crime department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil yesterday. The central topic of their discussion was centred around the potential exemption of Myanmar seafarers from bearing fines imposed at Brazilian ports, marking a significant step towards fostering stronger bilateral relations.
During their cordial meeting, Ambassador U Aung Kyaw Zan and the head of Brazil’s cross-border crime department explored the possibility of introducing a grace period during which Myanmar sailors disembarking at Brazilian ports without a valid Seafarers Identity Document (SID) would be spared from incurring fines. The ambassador meticulously outlined the strategic mechanisms through which essential consular protection would be extended to these seafarers. The comprehensive discussion included Minister Marcelo Della Nina, who oversees Brazil’s cross-border crime department, and together, they evaluated the practical implementation of these measures.
In addition to this vital initiative, Ambassador U Aung Kyaw Zan also dedicated time to elaborate on Myanmar’s steadfast commitment to combatting human trafficking. He presented a comprehensive overview of the ongoing fourth five-year plan (2022-2026) and elucidated the seamless continuity of pivotal processes to address this issue.
Brazilian regulations stipulate those foreign seafarers, hailing from diverse nations, can access Brazilian ports under specific conditions. Crucially, entry is conditional upon the presentation of a valid SID or a pre-entry visa when the ship arrives. However, instances of seafarers arriving without SID due to various reasons have been a recurring concern, often resulting in unwarranted fines. To mitigate this issue, the ambassador and his counterparts are diligently coordinating to streamline the process of obtaining SIDs. Letters of support are being issued to Myanmar seafarers destined for Brazilian waters, while the Seafarers Division under the Directorate of Marine Administration (DMA/SD), is expediting SID issuance.
Furthermore, the Brazilian Embassy to Myanmar remains steadfastly committed to securing exemptions for Myanmar seafarers from detention or financial penalties and providing unwavering support and assistance to sailors in need, reaffirming the strong ties between Brazil and Myanmar. For seafarers seeking guidance or support, the Brazilian embassy stands ready to extend its helping hand at any juncture.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Myanmar exported goods worth US$2.749 million to Bangladesh through Sittway and Maungtaw borders between 1 April and 7 July of the current financial year 2023-2024, the Ministry of Commerce’s statistics indicated.
Myanmar shipped goods worth $0.95 million to Bangladesh through the Sittway border post and goods valued at $1.84 million via Maungtaw border post as of 7 July this FY.
The value of border trade with Bangladesh over the past three months was $3.678 million, which plunged from $36.113 million in the corresponding period last FY.
Next, Myanmar’s exports to Bangladesh via Sittway and Maungtaw amounted to over $1 million in the second week of July.
Tamarind, plum and fresh ginger were mainly exported via the Sittway border, while the main export items through Maungtaw were agricultural products, fisheries and manufacturing goods. The PVC pipe and PVC tanks were imported via Maungtaw.
Yangon-Sittway Road has a capacity of only 12-wheel and 6-wheel trucks. Despite the distance of 70 nautical miles between the two countries, climate conditions in the rainy season sometimes hinder water transport.
Myanmar conducts cross-border trade with Bangladesh via Sittway-Buthidaung-Maungtaw and Sittway-Angumaw-Maungtaw trade channels, mostly from Kanyinchaung Economic Zone in Maungtaw.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

MYANMA Port Authority under the Ministry of Transport and Communications discovered a new approach channel, the Kings Bank Channel in the Yangon port area and accelerated the sandbank dredging processes accepting larger-seized international vessels. As there is a better waterway, it can admit larger-sized vessels than before at the jetties in the Yangon port area.

Meanwhile, the MV SITC Zhaoming container ship with 185.99 metres of LOA, 35.25 metres of Beam, 29,232 tonnes of GRT and a capacity of 2,698 TEU under STIC Shipping Line arrived at the Asia World Port Terminal for the first time at 9:30 am on 22 June. That vessel is one of the largest container vessels ever docked at AWPT Port. It docked safely under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer of Myanma Port Authority. The MV ITC Zhaoming container ship left Myanmar on 23 June.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 57 container ships from 15 international container shipping lines will dock at five international ports in Yangon Port and two ports in Thilawa Terminal in June, according to the Myanma Port Authority.

A total of 10 ships from Sealand Maersk Asia, four ships from New Golden Sea (COSCO) line, eight from Samudera Shipping Line, five ships from MSC line, four ships from SITC, two from BLPL line, two from the Eve Green line, three from the IAL line, two from the PIL line, six from the RCL line, four from Ti2 Container line, one from Bay Line, two from the Land & Sea line and one from the CMA-CGM line, totalling 57 vessels will arrive at the port in June.

The ports in Yangon are operated in two parts with the export and import purposes. In export, the Myanma Port Authority allows entry with the necessary documents, and the Customs Department inspects the goods and then exports the goods.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 56 container vessels are scheduled to arrive at Yangon Port in May, according to the Myanma Port Authority.
In May, 11 container vessels which are operated by Sealand Maersk Asia, seven by Samudera Shipping Line, six by RCL Line, four each by MSC Line, New Golden Sea (COSCO) and COSCO Shipping Line and SITC Line, three each by Ever Green Line, IAL Line, One Line, PIL Line, Ti2 Container Line, MITT Shipping Line, two by CMA CGM Line and MITT Shipping Line and one by Land & Sea will make port calls at terminals of Yangon Port.
This year, 52 container vessels each in January and February, 55 in March and 50 in April arrived at Yangon Port.
Yangon Port handled a total of 620 container vessels this year, according to Myanmar Port Authority.
The number of container vessels entering Yangon Port stands at 49 in January, 48 in February, 50 in March, 52 in April, 54 in May, 53 in June, 49 in July, 55 each in August and September, 50 in October and 51 in November respectively
From May 2021, the arrival of ships at terminals in Yangon has increased again. To fulfil the seaborne trade requirements, three new container vessels by Maersk Line Myanmar (SeaLand Maersk) started to run in 2021.
Earlier, the larger ships had draft problems preventing their sailing on the Yangon River. The draft extension is up to 10 metres with the new navigation channel accessing the inner Yangon River and the international ocean liners can access the inner port for now.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 55 container ships have been planned to enter Yangon Port in March 2023, according to Myanma Port Authority. This month, 10 ships run by Sealand Maersk Asia, seven by Samudera Shipping  Line, four each by Gold Star Line, SITC and MSC Line, three each by New Golden Sea (COSCO), PIL Line, RCL Line and X-Press Feeder, two each by BLPL Shipping  Line, CMA CGM Line, Ever Green Line, IAL Line, MTT Shipping Line and TI2 Container Line, and one by Land & Sea and VASI Shipping will enter Yangon Port.

Yangon Port saw the entry of 51 container ships in February and 52 in January 2023. Yangon Port handled a total of 620 container ships last year, according to Myanma Port Authority. The number of vessels entering Yangon Port stands at 49 in January 2022, 48 in February, 50 in March, 52 in April, 54 in May, 53 in June, 49 in July, 55 each in August and September, 50 in October, 51 in November and 54 in December respectively. From May 2021, the arrival of ships at terminals in Yangon has increased again.

To fulfil the seaborne trade requirements, three new container ships by Maersk Line Myanmar (SeaLand Maersk) started to run in 2021. Myanma Port Authority and Yangon inner terminals are providing services to ensure the fast and reliable cargo handling and withdrawal of the containers. Earlier, the larger ships had draft problems preventing their sailing on the Yangon River. The draft extension is up to 10 metres with the new navigation channel accessing the inner Yangon River and the international ocean liners can access the inner port for now.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

In the last year 2022, 655 container ships of international shipping lines entered Yangon ports, and as of February 27 this year, 51 ships entered. In January of this year, 45 ships entered and worked at the port. 51 container ships in Yangon ports in November 2022; In December, 54 ships entered and carried out port operations. Last October 2022, 50 container ships 55 ships in September; 55 container ships in August In July, 49 container ships of 15 international shipping lines entered and unloaded cargo at Yangon ports. 49 container ships of 13 shipping lines in Yangon ports in January 2022 to increase imports according to domestic demand.

In February, 48 container ships of 13 shipping lines; 50 container ships in March; In April, 52 container ships of 14 shipping lines; In May, 54 container ships of 12 international shipping lines; In June, 53 container ships entered. Since May 2021, more international container and general cargo ships have entered Yangon ports, handling more than 11,000 containers and 115,000 metric tons of general cargo. Starting in 2021, Maersk Line Myanmar (Sealand Maersk) launched three new container ships to meet the needs of maritime trade.

The new Sittwe Port, which is part of the Kelantan Multipurpose Transport Project (KMIT), will open soon and will be able to berth 5,000-6,000 ton ships, according to the Rakhine State Chamber of Commerce and Industry. On August 27, when the Indian Consulate General and officials and officials of the Rakhine Traders and Industrialists Association met, the Indian Consulate and KMIT port officials said the above. The new Sittwe port of the KMIT @ Kaladan Multi-Transit Transport project, which has been completed under the India-Myanmar Friendship Program, will soon be operational. 5000-6000 ton ships will be able to dock. Due to the discovery of a new waterway in the Yangon River, international seagoing ships with a draft of 10 meters can now enter and leave Thilawa Port, which has been allowed to increase the draft limit.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 51 cargo ships carrying many containers are scheduled to enter Yangon Port in February 2023, according to Myanmar Port Authority. This month, nine cargo ships run by New Golden Sea (COSCO), another nine by Sealand Maersk Asia, four by MSC Line, three each by PIL Line, R.C.L Line, Samudra Shipping Line, SITC and TI2 Container Line, two each by BLPL Shipping Line, Ever Green Line, X-Press Feeder and RCL Line and one each by Bay Line, CMA CGM Line, Gold Star Line, IAL Line, Land & Sea and MTT Shipping  Line will enter Yangon Port.

Yangon Port saw the entry of 52 cargo ships in January 2023. Yangon Port handled a total of 620 cargo ships this year, according to Myanmar Port Authority. The number of cargo ships entering Yangon Port stands at 49 in January, 48 in February, 50 in March, 52 in April, 54 in May, 53 in June, 49 in July, 55 each in August and September, 50 in October, 51 in November and 54 in December 2022 respectively. From May 2021, the arrival of ships at terminals in Yangon has increased again.

To fulfil the seaborne trade requirements, three new cargo ships by Maersk Line Myanmar (Sea Land Maersk) started to run in 2021. Myanmar Port Authorities and Yangon inner terminals are providing services to ensure the fast and reliable cargo handling and withdrawal of the containers. Earlier, the larger ships had draft problems preventing their sailing on the Yangon River. The draft extension is up to 10 meters with the new navigation channel accessing the inner Yangon River and the international ocean liners can access the inner port at present.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 52 cargo ships carrying many containers are slated to enter Yangon Port in January 2023, according to Myanmar Port Authority. This month, nine cargo ships, which are run by Sealand Maersk Asia, eight by New Golden Sea (Cosco), six by Samudera Shipping Line, four each by MSC Line, SITC Line and RCL, three each by TI2 Container Line and PIL, two by CMA CGM Line, Ever Green Line and X-Press Feeder and one by Bay Line, IAL, BLPL Shipping Line, Land & Sea and CSL and will enter Yangon Port.

Yangon Port handled a total of 620 cargo ships last year, according to Myanmar Port Authority. The number of cargo ships entering Yangon Port stands at 49 in January 2022, 48 in February, 50 in March, 52 in April, 54 in May, 53 in June, 49 in July, 55 each in August and September, 50 in October, 51 in November and 54 in December respectively. From May 2021, the arrival of ships at terminals in Yangon has increased again.

To fulfil the seaborne trade requirements, three new cargo ships by Maersk Line Myanmar (Sealand Maersk) started to run in 2021. Myanmar Port Authorities and Yangon inner terminals are providing services to ensure the fast and reliable cargo handling and withdrawal of the containers. Earlier, the larger ships had draft problems preventing their sailing on the Yangon River. The draft extension is up to 10 metres with the new navigation channel accessing the inner Yangon River and the international ocean liners can access the inner port for now. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar