US port operators eye automation

OEMs continue to make progress with battery-powered machines and alternative fuels as more ports in the US line up for government incentives for low and zero emissions equipment.

The Port of Aarhus is confident that its lease agreement with MSC’s Terminal Investment Limited will proceed as planned, despite ongoing legal action from APM Terminals.

The Port of Valencia has resumed operations at CSP, MSCT, and APM terminals after severe flooding temporarily halted activity across eastern Spain.

Automation, central to ongoing discussions between the ILA and USMX, is viewed by Konecranes’ CEO as the way forward for port equipment.

APM Terminals Maasvlakte II has revealed a massive order for up to 71 Konecranes AGVs to support its capacity expansion project at the Port of Rotterdam.

Konecranes reported a net profit increase of over 40% year-on-year for both the third quarter and year-to-date figures, driven by strong performance in its service and port solutions segments.