PD Ports has continued its investment into environmentally sustainable technology at Teesport as part of its continued commitment to reducing the Port’s carbon footprint.
In December, PD Ports took delivery of three electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes, supplied by Liebherr Container Cranes Limited, as part of the latest phase in the port operator’s container terminal expansion at Teesport.
The RTGs, which stand at more than 24m high and weigh 135tonnes, are the first of PD Ports’ electrically powered fleet and a greener alternative to the existing diesel cranes.
PD Ports’ chief executive, Frans Calje, said: “In the last 10years, we have secured over £1 billion (US$1.24 billion) of investments, creating in excess of 2,500 jobs.
“We are continuously working to reduce our impact on the environment whilst supporting sustainable practices and the new cranes will significantly reduce emissions from equipment.”
The new RTGs, which supplement the port’s existing fleet of seven cranes, will boost PD Ports’ bid to become one of the government’s 10 Free Ports, as announced in February.
Speaking about the order, David Griffin, Managing Director – Sales Liebherr Container Cranes commented, “PD Ports will continue to benefit from the exceptional productivity that typifies a Liebherr machine, but in addition, can benefit from the reduced running costs and zero emissions that these machines bring.”
