Ports America Chesapeake (PAC) has ordered 15 remotely-operated Konecranes RTGs for its Seagirt Marine Terminal at the Port of Baltimore. The RTGs replace older equipment and are an important step in the terminal’s long-term plan to have fully electric operation and zero tailpipe emissions, while maintaining its truck turn times. The equipment will also significantly increase the current RTG container handling capacity, improving operational efficiency.
“As we anticipate additional e-commerce growth and numbers to continue to rise at the Port of Baltimore with the expansion of the Howard Street Tunnel, we are committed to finding sustainable expansion solutions, like our partnership with Konecranes,” said Bayard Hogans, vice president of PAC. “We see Konecranes as a trusted supplier and selected them for their strength in delivering equipment and services that reduce climate impact. This partnership reflects Ports America Chesapeake’s commitment to the environment, safety, and sustainable growth.”
Mario van den Heuvel, Director of RTG Product Line, Konecranes Port Cranes, said: “Ports America Chesapeake has set a goal for reducing its carbon emissions in the years to come, and I’m pleased that we were able to meet their requirements for operational flexibility and eco-efficient operations.”
Konecranes will deliver the new RTGs in three batches starting in Q1 of 2022.
Ports America Chesapeake’s Seagirt Marine Terminal currently handles an annual volume of just over 1m TEUs.