A new 50,000-DWT berth in Chu Lai International Port in central Quang Nam province was inaugurated on February 3.

The berth is a 365m extension downstream, connecting to the previous wharf, increasing the total length of Chu Lai Port to 836m. 

The project had total investment capital of VND1.590 trillion ($62.4 million).

It is designed to accommodate general cargo ships and container ships with a capacity of up to 50,000 DWT.

The loading and unloading capacity is expected to increase significantly, reaching nearly 100 containers per hour—a threefold increase compared to the previous wharf.

Chu Lai International Port is a class 1 seaport according to the master plan for the development of Vietnam's seaport system for the period 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050, approved by the Prime Minister.