Container & Cargo Handling

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

The arrival of two new quay cranes at Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) is expected to significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the Port of Gdynia, supporting its ambition to strengthen its position…

1st June 2026

Gdynia boosts capacity with new cranes

1st June 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Liebherr has used this year’s TOC Europe exhibition to showcase an expanded maritime technology portfolio focused on digitalisation, operational efficiency and workforce training for modern terminals.

27th May 2026

Liebherr showcases digital terminal solutions

27th May 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PD Ports has strengthened its bulk cargo operations at Teesport with the delivery of a third LPS 550 from Liebherr, reinforcing capacity and operational resilience at one of the UK’s busiest freight…

13th May 2026

Teesport expands crane capacity

13th May 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

With more than 50 years of industry experience, ELME Spreader has introduced a new product line for mobile equipment, designed to expand operational capabilities in demanding lifting environments.

8th May 2026

ELME launches heavy-duty line

8th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

The global container market is entering a new phase of rebalancing, as equipment flows begin shifting back towards Asia, tightening availability across Europe despite ongoing congestion.

6th May 2026

Container flows shift back to Asia

6th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Port of Dover Cargo has retained its certification to the BRCGS Global Standard for Storage and Distribution, achieving an improved A grade in its latest audit.

6th May 2026

Dover cargo gains top certification

6th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

 Custom cargo handling equipment supplier Smart TEH puts the case for automated container loading identifying multiple benefits.

5th May 2026

Box Loading Systemised

5th May 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Rubber Tyred Gantries (RTGs) are undergoing a rapid evolution, moving to hybrid and electric power, as well as trialling alternative fuels such as hydrogen.

5th May 2026

Sector Analysis: eRTGs Take Centre Stage

5th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

CSP Iberian Bilbao Terminal has taken delivery of a new Super Post-Panamax ship-to-shore crane, significantly increasing operational capacity at the Port of Bilbao.

29th April 2026

Bilbao Terminal adds giant crane

29th April 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Lomé Container Terminal (LCT) in Togo is set to expand its container handling capabilities with the delivery of new Konecranes equipment scheduled for the second quarter of 2026.

23rd April 2026

Lomé terminal expands handling fleet

23rd April 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

TraPac has awarded contracts to ABB and Kuenz to support a major expansion and modernisation programme at its Los Angeles terminal.

15th April 2026

TraPac expands LA crane fleet

15th April 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

The new multipurpose terminal at Safaga on Egypt’s Red Sea coast is nearing its opening, with operators confirming a key milestone as the project transitions from construction into early operational readiness ahead…

10th April 2026

Safaga terminal nears opening milestone

10th April 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

MacGregor has unveiled its Balanced Lashing System, a new solution aimed at solving the long-standing challenge of uneven load distribution on container ships.

18th March 2026

MacGregor launches balanced container lashing

18th March 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

DP World has taken part in a self-driving vehicle trial in mixed traffic at its Antwerp Gateway terminal. 

12th March 2026

Self-Driving Trial in DPW Antwerp

12th March 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Huisman has signed a second contract with Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam (ECT) for the delivery of 12 additional Automated Stacking Cranes (ASCs), following an earlier delivery of a series of six.

12th March 2026

Another 12 Huisman ASCs for ECT

12th March 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Kalmar has confirmed a wide range of new deals and agreements.

12th March 2026

Wide-ranging Kalmar deals

12th March 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Konecranes has launched a new electric reach stacker. It has been designed for high-intensity operations and offers up to 16 hours of working time on a single charge.

12th March 2026

Kone launches new electric reach stacker

12th March 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Global container trade volumes reached 16.03 million teu in January 2026, signalling a stronger start to the year for the port business despite mixed regional exports performance.

10th March 2026

Container volumes rise, outlook unsettled

10th March 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Liebherr has secured a commanding majority of global new orders in 2025, achieving a record market share and reinforcing the company’s leadership in port handling technology.

25th February 2026

Liebherr leads global crane orders

25th February 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Liebherr Container Cranes has completed a major crane raise project at Forth Ports’ Port of Grangemouth, increasing the lift height of two ship-to-shore (STS) gantry cranes by 2.2 metres and boosting operational…

20th February 2026

WATCH: Liebherr completes Grangemouth crane raise

20th February 2026