Kalmar to expand its service business in the Americas

Kalmar is to acquire the business of East Coast Cranes and Electrical Contracting Incorporated (ECC), a US company specialising in crane construction services and maintenance in ports. The acquisition boosts Kalmars service growth in the US and also creates a stronger platform for the company to develop its port crane business. Furthermore, the company says it is a step forward to strengthen its presence and capacity to service other types of port equipment in the country.