Images of cranes and containers impacted by Typhoon Yagi
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According to an official announcement from Nam Dinh Vu Port JSC, Nam Dinh Vu Port did not suffer any damage or personnel accidents; 100% of the containers in the yard were secured safely, and all reefer containers remained operational with power supplied by generators throughout the typhoon prevention process. Critical equipment such as STS, RTG, Gate, and information technology systems were not significantly affected.
However, some container damage was observed in the yard, and Nam Dinh Vu Port proceeded to assess the impacted containers, categorize the damage, and initiate repairs on September 8th.
In terms of solutions, authorities are intensively inspecting the maritime channel, the national power grid, and other relevant aspects while considering remedial measures. On September 8th, the Haiphong Port Authority held an emergency meeting and planned to announce the schedule for receiving vessels entering and exiting the Haiphong area on September 9th.
Nam Dinh Vu Port, in particular, stated that they are expediting the completion of condition assessments and technical inspections and are ready to resume operations from 6:00 AM on September 9th.
 Source: Nam Dinh Vu Port JSC
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Nam Dinh Vu Port JSC is a subsidiary directly owned by Gemadept Joint Stock Company (HOSE: GMD), and the Nam Dinh Vu port cluster is one of GMD‘s key port projects. It is not only the largest in scale but also capable of accommodating the largest vessels in the Dinh Vu area. According to data released by GMD, the Nam Dinh Vu port cluster is located in the Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park, a crucial hub for international and domestic cargo transportation in Northern Vietnam. It sits at the mouth of the Bach Dang River, benefiting from deep water and a spacious turning basin. The port is part of Gemadept’s port connectivity in Haiphong, offering a maximum draft of 48,000 DWT, an annual capacity of 2 million Teus, a yard area of 65 hectares, a warehouse area of 10,000 square meters, a main berth length of 1,500 meters, and 1,200 power outlets. |
Another entity, Haiphong Port Joint Stock Company (UPCoM: PHP), announced that it would resume cargo handling procedures and cargo receiving and delivery services at the yard from 6:00 AM on September 9th.
PHP is a subsidiary directly owned by Vietnam Maritime Corporation – JSC (UPCoM: MVN), holding over 92% of its capital. Haiphong Port is one of the largest cargo handling ports in Northern Vietnam, boasting modern warehouses, berths, cargo handling equipment, and an information technology system.
Source: PHP
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Thus, several entities operating in the typhoon-affected areas have provided official updates on their status and their readiness to resume operations promptly. However, more detailed damage statistics are still awaited.
On September 8th, Haiphong City reported significant overall damage, but a precise assessment of the losses was not yet feasible.
Earlier, on September 7th, when Typhoon Yagi made landfall in Northern Vietnam, images emerged of two collapsed gantry cranes at Mipec Port in Hai An District, Haiphong City.
 Crane collapse at Mipec Port due to Typhoon Yagi
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