13.03.2017

Kalmars for Hamburg port

German logistics and transport company Hamburger Hafen und Logistik has ordered 11 Kalmar diesel-electric straddle carriers.

The straddle carriers have a lift capacity of up to 60 tonnes and can stack containers up to four high. The new units will operate at the Burchardkai container terminal in the Port of Hamburg, to transport containers from the port's ship to shore cranes.
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The new diesel-electric straddle carriers

Burchardkai managing director Jens Hansen said: "We are facing increasing pressure to reduce operating costs and cut noise and emissions, so it's vital that our straddle carrier equipment helps us achieve these targets. With Kalmar, we know that we will get all this combined with excellent reliability and first-class support services."

"We have relied on Kalmar straddle carriers for many years to keep our daily operations running smoothly. We particularly appreciate the long-term reliability and proven performance of Kalmar equipment, as well as the local support services that help keep it working at its very best."

Kalmar senior vice president automation and projects Tero Kokko added: "Hamburg Hafen has been a Kalmar customer for many years, and we look forward to further strengthening this prestigious relationship in the future and continuing to support it achieving its business goals."