The cranes will be delivered in autumn 2013 to the Barbours Cut Terminal.
The cranes are fitted with a variable-speed diesel alternator system, which the manufacturer claims reduces fuel consumption, noise and emissions.
Houston opts for Konecranes RTG
Port of Houston Authority has contracted Konecranes for the supply of eight rubber-tyred gantry cranes, adding to the 49-strong Konecranes fleet already the Authority’s nine terminals.