Selangor will accelerate the Pulau Carey Port Development Master Plan following the Cabinet's approval for the state's third major maritime gateway.
In a press statement, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the state welcomed the decision to approve the project, which aims to cement Port Klang's position as a global shipping powerhouse.
"The state government has been planning this development since 2023, culminating in a meeting between the Selangor delegation and the Prime Minister, the Transport Minister and their team on Dec 15 last year.
“I am confident that this historic approval will further elevate the standing of Port Klang, which is currently among the world’s top 10 ports, having handled 14.64 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in 2024.
“To see the plan through, the Selangor State Economic Planning Unit (UPEN), and Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS), a subsidiary of the state government, will spearhead the development,” he said in the statement.
He added that the master plan would cover critical infrastructure, including utilities, renewable energy, public transportation, digital connectivity, industrial areas and housing.
It also prioritises the preservation of local communities, including Malay reserve land and Orang Asli areas on the island.
The master plan will also assess the feasibility of establishing a special local authority to oversee the overall development, aligning with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement that the development must be expedited for the future of the nation’s economy.
Amirudin added that the state government is committed to working closely with the Transport Ministry and relevant federal agencies to optimise the project's development process and establish a special economic zone in the area.
“These efforts are crucial to ensure that Pulau Carey enhances the potential of Port Klang and serve as a key gateway for economic opportunities not only for Malaysia but also for South-East Asia, especially as the world faces ongoing global challenges,” he said.
