Freightliner adds cranes

Siemens is providing automation and remote control systems for STS, RTG, and RMG cranes in Rotterdam, Taiwan, and Saudi Arabia.

Troy Collard of PACECO described progress and challenges in deploying the first fuel cell hybrid RTG crane at the Port of LA, citing hydrogen supply as a key issue.

Port Houston is preparing for bigger ships and higher cargo volumes. Eventually, Pelican Island is a possible option to accommodate future growth.

Freightliner has launched a Tilbury to Manchester intermodal service, the first supported by Network Rail’s new financial incentive.

Konecranes has delivered four RTGs to DP World’s container terminal in the Port of Djazair.

DP World is enhancing rail capacity between London Gateway and Southampton with a second weekly service starting October 1, operated by Freightliner.