On October 9, Port of Hai Phong JSC held a ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the first RoRo vessel calling at Tan Vu Terminal (October 8, 2016 – October 8, 2026), marking the development of specialized automotive handling services and the strong, long-standing partnerships between Port of Hai Phong, shipping lines, automotive manufacturers, and logistics partners.
The event was attended by representatives of NYK Line, K’ LINE, and ECL; senior representatives of Toyota, Ford, and Mitsubishi; as well as logistics companies, business partners, and relevant government authorities.
Delegates attending the anniversary ceremony
At the ceremony, delegates looked back on the 10-year development of RoRo services, from the first call of the Modern Link at Tan Vu Terminal on October 8, 2016, carrying more than 500 cars, to nearly 400 vessel calls and a cumulative throughput of approximately 541,000 vehicles. Beyond growth in volume, the service has gradually expanded to support two-way operations, handling both imported vehicles and cars manufactured in Vietnam for export.
Mr. Le Hong Quan, General Director of Port of Hai Phong, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to further enhancing operational capacity, ensuring vehicle safety, and improving the quality of RoRo services.
Speaking at the anniversary ceremony, the General Director of Port of Hai Phong emphasized that the achievements of the past decade have been built on the trust and continued partnership of shipping lines and automotive manufacturers, as well as the dedication and efforts of generations of employees. Port of Hai Phong remains committed to prioritizing vehicle safety, strengthening operational capacity, improving vehicle handover and delivery services, and accelerating digitalization to better meet customers’ increasingly demanding requirements.
Mr. Yusuke Sasada, representative of NYK Line, delivers remarks at the ceremony
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Yusuke Sasada, representative of NYK Line, acknowledged the significant development of RoRo services at Tan Vu Terminal. He noted that operations had grown from approximately 5,500 vehicles handled across six vessel calls in the first year to nearly 69,000 vehicles across 42 vessel calls annually. This progress reflects the vision, professionalism, and dedication of the Tan Vu Terminal team, particularly in maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Mr. Yosuke Yokoyama, representative of K’ LINE, delivers remarks at the ceremony
At the anniversary ceremony, Mr. Yosuke Yokoyama, representative of K’ LINE, expressed his appreciation for the longstanding partnership with Port of Hai Phong and commended the growing expertise and professionalism of the Tan Vu Terminal operations team. He emphasized that close coordination between the Port, shipping lines, and relevant authorities has helped ensure vehicle safety, enhance service quality, and build trust over the past decade.
Port of Hai Phong’s leadership presents commemorative plaques to partners who have supported the Port since the first RoRo vessel call
Representatives of NYK Line and K’ LINE present commemorative gifts to Port of Hai Phong in celebration of the anniversary
These efforts have been recognized through numerous awards and certificates from shipping lines. In 2025, Port of Hai Phong received both the Zero Damage certificate from K’ LINE and the Zero Accident certificate from NYK Line, underscoring its commitment to safety and quality in RoRo operations. In 2026, the service reached another milestone when, for the first time, two RoRo vessels, Bangkok Highway operated by K’ LINE and Procyon Leader operated by NYK Line, were handled simultaneously at Tan Vu Terminal. Since July 2026, weekly operations have been officially implemented, creating opportunities to further expand service capacity and improve service quality. After a decade of development, RoRo services at Tan Vu Terminal have achieved a cumulative throughput of approximately 541,000 vehicles, contributing to the enhancement of Hai Phong’s port handling capacity.
Delegates visit RoRo vessel operations at Tan Vu Terminal, a branch of Port of Hai Phong, at the operational site
The 10th anniversary of RoRo operations marks a significant milestone, reaffirming Port of Hai Phong’s capabilities, reputation, and spirit of collaboration with its partners. Building on these achievements, the Port remains committed to developing safe, efficient, and sustainable services, further strengthening its position in regional and global automotive logistics chains.
Highlights from the Gala Dinner Celebrating the Milestone:
Delegates raise their glasses to celebrate the start of the gala dinner and mark a meaningful decade of collaboration in RoRo services at Port of Hai Phong
Mr. Le Hong Quan, General Director of Port of Hai Phong, delivers the welcome remarks at the event
Mr. Ryuhei Susaki, representative of Toyota, delivers congratulatory remarks and shares updates at the event
Mr. Tomoki Yanagawa, representative of Mitsubishi, delivers congratulatory remarks and shares updates at the event
Mr. Pham Hong Minh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Port of Hai Phong, presents flowers to celebrate the birthdays of two customers at the event
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