Safiport Doubles Derince Terminal Capacity to 1.5M TEU
Safiport Derince has received the first six of 12 new-generation electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs) as it moves ahead with a programme to double its annual container capacity from 750,000 TEUs to 1.5 million TEUs. The fully electric cranes feature advanced automation systems to improve container handling and yard efficiency. The first six RTGs arrived […]
SODILEVE Installs 2T ATEX-Certified Electric Chain Hoist
SODILEVE has installed a Verlinde VX electric chain hoist at an undisclosed client facility. The hoist has been supplied in an ATEX-certified version for use in environments where explosive gases or dust may be present. The 2,000kg-capacity chain hoist has been mounted on an existing monorail and is powered through a Conductix-Wampfler cable carrier that […]
Electric Cranes Gain Ground in Maritime Sector
MacGregor is experiencing robust demand for its electric crane technology, with electric models representing over 80 per cent of its crane order intake in the first half of 2026. The interest is primarily driven by demand for heavy-lift and multipurpose vessels, with container ships also contributing to the growth. MacGregor said its electric cranes can […]
Adani’s Colombo Terminal Gets South Asia’s Largest STS Cranes
Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT) has taken delivery of two ship-to-shore (STS) cranes manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) at the Port of Colombo. The electric cranes have a 74-metre outreach, making them the largest STS cranes in the South Asia region and enabling them to handle Megamax container vessels with capacities of more […]
HHLA Puts Remote-Controlled Rail Cranes Into Operation
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG has put its first remote-controlled rail gantry cranes into operation at its Container Terminal Altenwerder. The move extends remote handling at the terminal, where remote-controlled container gantry cranes are already in use. A new rail gantry crane manufactured by Künz was installed specifically for remote operation, while an existing crane […]
Podem Produces 50T Crane Trolley for New Manufacturing Plant
Podem Hoisting Solutions has manufactured a 50-tonne crane trolley, H18, for a newly established manufacturing facility. The equipment will be installed for a new customer at the site. The trolley’s size and weight required special handling during production and transportation. Podem said additional lifting equipment was used to move it within its factory, while loading […]
Towne Lifting Installs Two Jib Cranes at Client Facility
Towne Lifting and Testing has completed the supply and installation of two jib cranes for an undisclosed client, providing a lifting solution to improve the safety and efficiency of material handling at the facility. The project involved close coordination between Towne Lifting and the client, from the initial discussions through installation and commissioning. The company […]
RGM Cranes Advances Smart Control for Industrial Lifting
RGM Cranes is increasing its emphasis on electrical controls, automation and monitoring as industrial lifting systems become increasingly interconnected. The company asserts that intelligent control can enhance productivity, reliability and visibility throughout crane and plant operations. RGM Cranes is also highlighting its Gravity Ant electrical manipulator, which combines high-speed lifting, intelligent controls and monitoring for […]
BADT Levage Installs Two 1-Tonne Cranes for Industrial Site
French lifting equipment specialist BADT Levage has successfully installed two 1-tonne overhead cranes for an industrial client. This project is designed to enhance material handling and lifting operations at the client’s facility. The cranes were supplied and installed to meet the site’s lifting requirements, providing the customer with dedicated equipment for handling loads within its […]
Kazakhstan Opens $60.4M Logistics Hub in Almaty Region
Kazakhstan has inaugurated a significant transport and logistics hub valued at approximately $60.4 million in the Almaty Region. The Kusto Logistics multimodal complex, in the Ili District, spans over 26.5 hectares and features railway infrastructure, a container terminal, warehouses, loading areas, road logistics facilities, and an administrative centre. The facility is designed to handle up […]