Napier orders new Konecranes lift trucks

The order comprises two Liftace R 6-41 MS reachstackers, two Liftace FDC 25 K7 DB empty container handlers and two Liftace FDC 480 G4 full container handlers.

Prior to the new order, two FDC 480 G4 full container handlers had recently begun operating in the terminal.

Speaking about the order, Tony Maxwell, managing director of Port Solutions – the distribution partner of Konecranes Lift Trucks – said: “The terminal is one of the country’s most important gateways to the world, with regard to both the export of goods such as food and timber, and the import of oil products, cement, fertilisers and general commodities, and Konecranes machines play a key role.

“In 2016, it was above all Napier’s container handling activities that grew significantly, and we are very pleased that this fast-developing port decided to continue to benefit from Konecranes’ diversified offer.”

Warren Young, container operations manager at Napier Port, added: “Technology from Konecranes has been a key element of our sustainable growth strategy and we are currently operating six Konecranes Gottwald mobile harbour cranes, four of which were delivered over the last four years.

“As these machines have become an integral part of our operation, it was logical to also opt for lift trucks from Konecranes. We are sure that relying on equipment and aftermarket support from one single supplier will enhance the efficiency of our operations.”