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Antwerp's Port Goes Electric with New Harbour Cranes
WHY IT MATTERS
The introduction of electric harbour cranes at the Port of Antwerp is a significant step towards reducing the port's environmental impact and increasing efficiency in cargo handling.
What happened
Katoen Natie has introduced two all-electric mobile harbour cranes at the Port of Antwerp, with four more to follow across three deep-sea multipurpose terminals. The completed fleet will consist of six harbour cranes, with paired lifting capacity reaching 400 tonnes.
The new cranes are expected to improve efficiency and reduce emissions at the port. The Port of Antwerp is a major cargo hub, and the introduction of electric harbour cranes is a significant step towards reducing its environmental impact.
The new cranes will be used to handle cargo at the port, with the goal of increasing efficiency and reducing emissions. The Port of Antwerp is a key player in the European cargo market, and the introduction of electric harbour cranes is a major development in the region's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
LINKED SOURCES
Antwerp’s Electric Cranes Can Handle More Than Today’s Cargo
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