News in brief: July – September 2025: Equipment
A round up of Port Strategy July – September 2025 issue’s Equipment news.
Super Terminais Repeat
Port of Manaus operator, Super Terminais Comercio e Industria Ltda (Super Terminais), has placed a repeat order for three Konecranes Gottwald ESP.10 pedestal-mounted cranes. The deal was booked in Q2 2025, with handover scheduled for Q3 2026. With a maximum reach of 64m and a strong lifting capacity curve, the pedestal-mounted cranes can handle containers and general cargo on vessels as large as super-post-Panamax class and will help more efficiently service the terminal’s increasing volumes and larger ships. The cranes can be connected to onshore electricity supply.
APMT & SANY Landmark
APM Terminals and SANY Marine have signed a Master Framework Agreement for the future supply of battery-electric terminal tractors to APM Terminals. Under the new deal, 500 diesel-powered terminal tractors across the APM Terminals’ global network will be replaced with battery-electric models by 2030. The agreement moves from a traditional capital expenditure (CAPEX) model to a full-cycle partnership, providing end-to-end support for the operation, maintenance and optimisation of the equipment throughout its lifespan, states APMT.
Goliath Chioggia
The Cimolai Technology Group, comprising multiple companies, is currently assembling two 800-ton lift capacity rail-mounted Goliath cranes at its dedicated facility in Chiogga, Italy. Each crane is 110m high and has a rail span of 118m, with the design allowing both independent and tandem activities, with a joint lift capability of 1600 tons, to ensure maximum operational flexibility. The cranes are planned to enter service in the port of Monfalcone in 2026.
Combilift Award
Irish-based manufacturer Combilift, a specialist in multi-directional and customised handling solutions, has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design 2025 for its Combi-CB70E, high-capacity, electric-powered multidirectional forklift, developed to meet the needs of heavy-duty, long-load handling in more sustainable ways. The Combi-CB70E is a 7-tonne capacity electric counterbalance forklift, specifically designed for handling long and bulky loads in confined or challenging spaces, utilising Combilift’s patented Independent Traction Control System.
Fogmaker Strengthens
Leading global suppliers of fire suppressionsystems for machines and vehicles, Fogmaker, is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia. Fredrik Rönnqvist is the new regional manager and will lead the company’s focus on meeting the evolving needs of customers for Fogmaker’s advanced, environmentally friendly, and comprehensive fire suppression solutions.
Driverless HHLA TK Estonia
FERNRIDE is launching driverless operations at HHLA TK Estonia. The operations have been granted a certification of safety concept and system design by TÜV SÜD, and regulatory approval from the Estonian Transport Administration (ETA), under the EU Machinery Directive(2006/42/EC). FERNRIDE and HHLA TK Estonia have been cooperating since January 2023 to prepare for these live autonomous operations, with the vehicle, sensors, computers, and software meeting all EU requirements.
dship Crane Order
dship Carriers has confirmed a new order for eight Liebherr LS 250 heavy-lift cranes for its D 500-class vessels. Each crane has a maximum lifting capacity of 250 tonnes, with a 36m outreach and can support vessel lifting requirements in the Great Lakes-Atlantic trade corridor. Manufacturing of the cranes will be at Liebherr’s Rostock facility before onward delivery in 2026 to a Chinese shipyard for subsequent installation on four confirmed newbuild vessels.
Tilbury Continental Deal
The Port of Tilbury, part of the Forth Ports Group, is partnering with Continental to enhance operational performance, safety, and sustainability across its range of logistics operations. The port has over 500 tyres in continued use across its fleet of equipment. Three YardReader stations have been installed to support data-driven decision-making, to help reduce downtime by 20%. The port also noted durability and fuel efficiency of StraddleMaster tyres reducing fuel consumption by up to 30%.
PowerAlign from Cavotec
Cavotec, a global leader in electrification and automation solutions for ports, has launched of PowerAlign, a new modular, mobile shore power solution designed specifically for container terminals. The system’s enclosed cable reel, mounted at the quay edge, ensures extended cable life and minimal maintenance – a major advantage in space-constrained and high-traffic terminals – and helps keep the quay clear by using a low-profile socket box and compact footprint of less than 3.5 m².
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