Port of Tawau

Tawau is a multipurpose port serving eastern Sabah, with proximity to Kalimantan shaping its regional trading role. Container traffic sits alongside dry bulk, general cargo and liquid cargo, giving the waterfront several distinct handling functions.

The main wharf has inner and outer berths, while Tanjung Batu provides a separate oil jetty. Palm oil and other bulk liquids form part of the operator’s listed cargo mix, alongside goods moved in containers or as individual loads.

Warehouses and open storage areas provide space ashore, supported by a container yard and electrical connections for refrigerated units. Reach stackers, terminal tractors and trailers move containers within the handling area, linking the quays with storage and onward land transport.