06.08.2014

12 gantry cranes for Rio

Brazilian port operator Grupo Libra has ordered 12 Terex rubber-tyred gantry cranes from Terex Port Solutions’distributor Terminal Full Dealer.

Destined for its terminal in Rio de Janeiro the 40 tonne electric E-RTG variant cranes have an under spreader lift height of 21 metres and are able to stack containers one over six. They have a span of 26.5 metres allowing them to cover seven rows of containers as well as a truck lane. Manufactured at Terex Port Solutions’ facility in Xiamen, China, the 12 gantry cranes will be shipped fully assembled to Libra’s Terminais Rio later this year.

João Pedro‎ Rotta of Libra said: “We are currently handling approximately 250,000 TEU per year, a volume which stretched our previous infrastructure to its limits. For us, the 12 Terex cranes are not only extending our fleet, they are also bringing us forward by virtue of their performance and equipment features. Furthermore, they will work in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly manner.”
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Grupo Libra's rubber-tyred gantry cranes will be manufactured at Terex Port Solutions’ facility in Xiamen, China