Efficient reachstackers for Germany

Kalmar will supply ten Gloria reachstackers to Contargo with three bound for Rhein-Neckar GmbH in Ludwigshafen and Mannheim, six for Wörth-Karlsruhe GmbH in Wörth and Speyer and one for the Rhein-Main GmbH operation in Gustavsburg.

“We have a long-standing and successful relationship with Kalmar, so it was a natural choice to turn to them when selecting new equipment to expand our fleet,” said Markus Stengel, senior technical manager, Contargo.

Efficient handling

The Kalmar Gloria reachstacker for empty and semi-laden container handling enables safe, precise handling of all types of containers and slinged loads up to 12 tonnes.

Containers can be transported at full width, turned 45° or lengthwise at 90°, making it possible to deliver “end-on” into and through low workshop doors, port sheds and other tight openings.

The reachstacker features a wide range of improvements that increase operator efficiency – not least in the cabin, with its panoramic view, intuitive interfaces, proactive monitoring and comfortable seat designed for long shifts.

All ten machines will be fitted with engines that meet EU Stage V emission standards.

With an annual throughput of over two million teu, Contargo is one of the leading container hinterland logistics networks in Europe. The company integrates container transport between the western seaports, Germany’s North Sea ports and the European hinterland.

All units are scheduled for delivery in the last quarter of 2020.