HVO powered reach stackers

The four Konecranes reach stackers being used in the port of Immingham, UK, all run on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), a renewable, fossil free version of diesel which can cut carbon emissions by 90%.

“These new reach stackers are part of an ongoing effort by ABP to invest in our infrastructure to enhance the service we offer to our customers,” explained Simon Bird, director of the Humber ports.”

“They will improve efficiency and help us improve our carbon footprint. It is part of a wider investment into more efficient plant and equipment over the next five years. Being eco-friendly helps align with our long-term commitment to the environment and sustainability.”

Efficiency boost

The reach stackers replace older equipment which has reached the end of its usable life. They will be used to move containers around the port and will be more efficient at travelling over longer distances.

The new equipment is also seen as more ergonomic, responsive and easier to drive. It will also feature a lightweight spreader which enables improvement to the design and a consequent increase in lifting capacity in second and third container row.

They also feature a start/stop function, which means the amount of time the engine is idle is cut, further assisting in reducing carbon emissions.

As part of long-term investment electric cranes are also being looked at and, later in the year, 14 electric forklifts will arrive.