In a live demonstration, Port of Antwerp-Bruges and partners Akkodis, VDL and Medrepair showcased the self-driving, zero-emission shuttle designed to automate intra-terminal container transport. <\/p>\n
\u201cToday more than ever, Port of Antwerp-Bruges functions as a unique testbed for pioneering innovations,\u201d said Johan Klaps, Vice Mayor for the Port and Economy City of Antwerp.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe autonomous, electric container shuttle that is driving on an active terminal for the first time today shows perfectly how technology and sustainability can go hand in hand.\u201d<\/p>\n
Port of Antwerp-Bruge\u2019s demonstration of the shuttle, part of the EU-funded PIONEERS project, marked a significant step toward sustainable, scalable logistics for the port.<\/p>\n
This marks the second successful test following a previous validation in Breda. <\/p>\n
The electric shuttle, based on the VDL 3-axle MTT platform, uses intelligent navigation, a 6×4 electric transmission and a dynamic axle system to handle complex port conditions.<\/p>\n
It can operate for up to eight hours per charge, carrying payloads of up to 48,000 kg, all while offering full operational visibility via a central Human-Machine Interface (HMI).<\/p>\n
The shuttle provides a flexible, modular solution for LaaS (Logistics as a Service) strategies, reducing reliance on diesel vehicles, improving efficiency, and minimising labour constraints.<\/p>\n
By electrifying short-distance freight movements, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges said it hopes to set a new benchmark in terminal logistics and port electrification.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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