Tuas Terminal Phase 1

Project Overview

Tuas Terminal Phase 1 (TTP1), an ambitious initiative by the Singapore government, aims to consolidate its world-class container port facilities. Spanning 410 hectares, this project includes the construction of over 20 deep-water berths with a capacity of 20 million TEUs per annum, involving quay wall construction, dredging, and significant land reclamation.

Landpac's Solution

Landpac was engaged for the surface compaction of this crucial sand fill layer, utilising its advanced 3-sided twin drum impact compactor for efficient and effective compaction.

Challenges

A critical aspect of this massive development was the compaction of a 2.4m top sand layer, part of the 294ha new land reclamation, to meet specific density requirements essential for supporting the new terminal’s infrastructure.

Application of HEIC

Soil Stabilisation: Focused on achieving 90% to 95% Modified Maximum Dry Density (MMDD) in the upper 2.4m layer, crucial for the terminal’s structural integrity.

Infrastructure Support: Ensuring the newly reclaimed land could sustain the heavy operational demands of the terminal.

Benefits

Enhanced Soil Compaction: Landpac’s method significantly improved soil density and stability, a prerequisite for the terminal’s extensive infrastructure.

Optimised Construction Efficiency: The approach streamlined the compaction process, contributing to the project’s timely progression.

Landpac’s involvement in the Tuas Terminal Phase 1 project was pivotal in preparing the reclaimed land for one of Singapore’s most significant port expansions, showcasing their expertise in large-scale maritime infrastructure development.

Client: The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)

Principal Contractor: Dredging International {Asia Pacific} and Daelim Industrial (Joint venture)

Ground Improvement Contractor: Landpac

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