Kingston opts for hybrid benefits
Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) will receive 12 Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers as part of a fleet renewal programme to improve performance, reliability and sustainability.
In addition to Kalmar straddle carriers, KFTL’s equipment fleet includes Kalmar reachstackers, empty container handlers and terminal tractors.
“Kalmar’s strong local support, proactive customer service and industry-leading hybrid technology are the main drivers behind this order,” said Serge Lyzun, head of engineering and maintenance, KFTL.
“The new-generation hybrid machines will bring a range of benefits for our operations, in particular their ability to help us increase productivity while reducing equipment fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.”
Performance management
The Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers will be connected to the Kalmar Insight performance management tool. Kalmar will also deliver a comprehensive spare parts package to support ongoing maintenance of the machines by local technicians.
Established in 2015, KFTL is a strategic transshipment hub in the Caribbean and part of Terminal Link, a joint venture between CMA CGM and China Merchants Port.
The order was booked in Cargotec’s 2023 Q3 order intake with delivery of all machines scheduled to be completed during Q2 2024.
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