More ports automating

Eurogate Group, with a fleet of over 400 straddle carriers, aims for net-zero emissions by 2040 and is piloting diesel alternatives for its fleet.

In May, the Port of Tacoma began using renewable diesel in the straddle carriers operating at its North Intermodal Yard.

Konecranes launches cover innovations in straddle carriers, lift trucks, integrated automated solutions and its port services portfolio.

The successful conversion of one of the largest container terminals in the US to an AutoStrad operation will be an eye-opener for other US terminals.

Purchases include automated and remotely controlled cranes from ZPMC, Sany and Kuenz & ABB, straddle carriers from ZPMC and terminal tractors from Shacman.

Kalmar announced on social media that the first 10 of 20 hybrid straddle carriers for Terminal Cuenca del Plata SA are en route to the Port of Montevideo.