Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal welcomes A.P. Moller – Maersk delegation and the 214,000 DWT triple-e vessel

On June 23, 2026, Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT) had the honor of welcoming a delegation from A.P. Moller – Maersk, led by Mr. Robert M. Uggla, Chairman of the Group, for an official visit and working session at the terminal. The occasion also provided an opportunity for both parties to reflect on the significant milestones achieved during the first year of HHIT’s operation.

During the meeting, Mr. Tran Van Ky, Chairman of Hateco Group, emphasized that Berths No. 5 and 6 at Lach Huyen Port stand as a testament to the effective cooperation between the two groups. Following a successful first year of operation, during which throughput exceeded planned targets, HHIT aims to maintain strong growth momentum in the years ahead.

Mr. Tran Van Ky, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Hateco Group, delivering remarks at the meeting

Mr. Robert M. Uggla, Chairman of A.P. Moller – Maersk, highly commended HHIT’s achievements. From an ambitious vision, the project has rapidly evolved into one of Northern Vietnam’s leading green, smart, and modern deep-sea container terminals, distinguished by its accelerated construction progress, optimized investment costs, and operational growth that has surpassed expectations.

Mr. Robert M. Uggla, Chairman of the Board of Directors of A.P. Moller – Maersk, expressed his delight at witnessing the strong progress achieved through the growing partnership between the two parties

The Chairmen of the two Groups exchanged commemorative gifts as part of the working program

Notably, the visit coincided with HHIT’s reception of the Triple-E vessel MATZ MAERSK, with a capacity of up to 214,000 DWT. This is the largest container vessel ever to call at Hai Phong seaport and the entire Northern Vietnam seaport. The event not only marks a historic milestone for Vietnam’s maritime industry but also further demonstrates HHIT’s capability to handle mega container vessels. This achievement was made possible through the guidance, support, and close coordination of the Ministry of Construction, the Vietnam Maritime and Inland Waterways Administration, Hai Phong Maritime Port Authority, Northern Vietnam Maritime Pilot Company, and other relevant agencies and organizations. HHIT would like to express our sincere appreciation to all government authorities whose support contributed to the successful berthing of the vessel.

Matz Maersk, the largest vessel ever to call at Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal, with a deadweight tonnage of 214,000 DWT

The arrival of the Triple-E vessel represents not only a significant milestone for HHIT but also reflects the robust development of Vietnam’s maritime sector. According to the 2025 Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) jointly published by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence, the Hai Phong seaport cluster ranked 13th among the world’s top 20 best-performing container ports, further enhancing the position of Vietnamese seaports within global supply chains and maritime transport networks. Against this backdrop, the visit of the A.P. Moller – Maersk delegation further reinforces the strong strategic partnership between Hateco and Maersk, while opening up new opportunities for cooperation in developing a modern, efficient, and sustainable logistics ecosystem in Vietnam.