E-RTGs cut emissions at US terminal

The zero-emission E-RTGs at PortMiami’s South Florida Container Terminal (SFCT) are already in service and have replaced older, diesel-powered toploaders used in the container yard. In addition to zero-emission operations, the new machines benefit the port and surrounding community by producing significantly less noise.

“These electric machines usher a safer, more efficient and more sustainable era at the port allowing us to densify our terminal to handle future cargo growth,” said SFCT terminal director, Mark Baker.

SFCT is currently undergoing cargo upgrades, financed by PortMiami as part of its master plan.

Upon arrival in early January, the new equipment went through a 30-day testing and certification process by the manufacturer.

The new cargo handling equipment is being operated by specially trained longshoremen from PortMiami’s ILA Local 1922 and Local 1416.

“As we are experiencing these challenging times, PortMiami keeps goods moving from ship to shelf, maintaining its role as a lifeline to the South Florida region,” said Miami-Dade county mayor, Carlos A. Gimenez. “It is important to continue optimizing containerized cargo operations and promote efficiency at our Port. We will maintain our collaboration with our partners, and sustain our investment in this ever-growing global gateway. Its expansion represents economic prosperity for not just our community, but all of Florida.”