SCCT Pilots Electric Reach Stacker

Key Figures & Findings:
APM Terminals, a global leader in port operations, has partnered with Kalmar to pilot its first electric Reach Stacker (eRS) at the Suez Canal Container Terminal (SCCT) in Egypt, where APM Terminals holds a majority stake. This initiative aligns with APM Terminals’ commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2040. SCCT is integral to the company's USD 60 million electrification pilot program aimed at transforming terminal operations. The eRS is fully operational, and early feedback highlights its potential to reshape the industry. Kalmar, renowned for its cutting-edge cargo-handling solutions, brings its expertise to accelerate electrification and decarbonization in terminal equipment.

Statistics & Insights:
The pilot program is part of APM Terminals’ broader strategy to decarbonize operations and transition to zero-emission equipment. SCCT plays a pivotal role in the Zero Emission Port Alliance (ZEPA), advancing the industry’s push toward sustainability.

Future Implications:
By 2025, this pilot could yield critical insights into operational efficiencies, technical requirements, and infrastructure upgrades, potentially setting benchmarks for electrified terminal operations globally. APM Terminals’ focus on net-zero goals may inspire industry-wide adoption of similar technologies.

Source: APM Terminal