The straddle carriers were selected to reduce emissions

DP World Melbourne has  taken delivery of its first 16 Terex NCS634E Diesel-Electric straddle carriers, as part of a 22 unit order of the reduced-emission Terex straddle carriers. 

The remaining eight units are due for delivery later this year from Terex Cranes facility in Wuerzburg, Germany.

According to Terex, the new-generation straddle carriers were selected as part of DP World progamme of proving efficiency and productivity while reducing its environmental footprint at Australia’s largest container port in Melbourne.

“DP World Australia selected our state-of-the-art carriers following an extensive evaluation process,” says Guido Luini, managing director, Terex Cranes, Wurzburg. “We’re proud to support them in their transition from earlier diesel-hydraulic models to today’s latest high-performing, reduced-emission Terex technology at West Swanson Dock, one of Australia’s busiest commercial hubs.”

Andrew Jena, general manager, DP World, Melbourne, said that its analysis showed that fuel consumption data taken from six machines indicated an 11% saving per hour compared to earlier diesel-hydraulic carriers.

“The dual benefits of increased productivity and energy efficiency will have a significant positive impact on our container handling operations as well as the environment at the Port of Melbourne,” said Jena.