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Liebherr inks TraPac Oakland crane contracts

Liebherr Container Cranes has won its first contract to supply ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes to the West Coast of the United States at TraPac Oakland.

Michele Labrut, Americas Correspondent

December 12, 2024

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The cranes have an outreach of 66 metres, a lifting height of 53 metres and a wheelbase of 30.48 metres. The rigs can lift 66 tonnes in double mode. The cranes are equipped with advanced technology and semi-automation systems. Along with the latest anti-collision solutions, ensuring operational visibility, safety, and accuracy in terminal operations.

TraPac's investment in new Liebherr cranes is part of a broader programme to modernise and expand its Oakland terminal. The new cranes will support increased cargo volumes and the arrival of larger vessels, while improving operational flexibility and dock productivity.

“TraPac Oakland's decision to invest in Liebherr's advanced STS cranes marks an important milestone for our presence on the US West Coast,” said Shane Kuhlmey, Divisional Director, Liebherr USA,  for Liebherr Maritime Cranes.

‘This first STS sale on the West Coast underscores not only the exceptional quality and innovation of our cranes, but also Liebherr's ability to support customers in this region. With service and support capabilities already in place, we are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of TraPac and other port operators as they modernise and expand,” he added.

 “We are delighted to partner with TraPac Oakland and bring Liebherr's innovative crane technology to the West Coast of the U.S. This milestone reflects our continued commitment to providing world-class container handling solutions tailored to the needs of terminal operators globally,” said Declan O'Sullivan, General Sales Manager for Liebherr Container Cranes.

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‘This partnership marks the next exciting milestone for TraPac Oakland as we continue our process of improving our service levels and exceeding customer expectations,’ said TraPac CEO Cameron Thorpe.

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About the Author

Michele Labrut

Americas Correspondent

Michèle Labrut is a long-time Panama resident, a journalist and correspondent, and has continuously covered the maritime sector of Central & Latin America.

Michèle first came to Panama as a press attaché to the French Embassy and then returned to the isthmus as a foreign correspondent in the 1980s.

Author of Seatrade Maritime's annual Panama Maritime Review magazine and of several books, Michèle also wrote for Time magazine, The Miami Herald, NBC News and the Economist Intelligence Unit. She has also collaborated in making several documentaries for the BBC and European and U.S. television networks.

Michèle's profession necessitates a profound knowledge of the country, but her acumen is not from necessity alone, but a genuine passion for Panama.

In 2012 she was awarded the Order of Merit (Knight grade) by the French Government for her services to international journalism and in 2021 the upgrade to Chevalier grade.

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