New cranes boost productivity at Greenock
The first of two new ship-to-shore cranes has arrived at the Port of Greenock in Scotland to help boost productivity.
Work will shortly begin to install the 932 tonne crane at the port, with operation slated for later this year. The second is due to arrive in the coming weeks or months.
“These two structures will be transformational for the port, significantly expanding our freight capabilities,” said Jim McSporran, port director at Peel Ports Clydeport.
The cranes will help accommodate increased demand from cargo owners, support growth in transatlantic trade, and future proof the port. The capabilities of the cranes have already been key in securing new routes, including a weekly deep sea container service connecting Scotland to Turkey.
“Once installed they will boost efficiency and bring more opportunities for global connections and worldwide trade into Greenock, further strengthening our position as a major port for importers and exporters,” continued McSporran.
Port operator Peel Ports Clydeport spent £25m on the two 72m cranes, which are to be named ‘U-Crane Bolt’ after the Jamaican Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt and ‘Craner Swift’ in tribute to Taylor Swift following a naming competition with local schools.
The £25m cranes are the largest single investment made at the container terminal and comes less than a year after a new £20 million cruise ship visitor centre opened at the neighbouring Greenock Ocean Terminal.
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