Durban Pier 2, which currently handles 2.4m teu per year as part of a seven year investment project by government-owned parent company Transnet SOC, is expected to take delivery of the new straddle carriers in October this year.
The 10 Kalmar ESC 450w electric straddle carriers have a lifting capacity of 61 tons, and are capable of improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions by up to 20% over previous models.
“We are delighted to be selected as the preferred supplier on this important contract, in spite of considerable competition,” said Anton Burchell, md, Kalmar South Africa. “Kalmar was able to provide Transnet the optimum solution, delivering high productivity and low operational costs.
“Our ability to integrate local manufacturing as part of the supply development tender requirement and the supply of certain local components was also key to Kalmar winning the day. We take great pride in retaining TPT as a valued customer and wish them ongoing success at the Durban Container Terminals."
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