Maritime Logistics

Global Container Terminals (GCT) is progressing its multi-year terminal enhancement initiative at Deltaport with the delivery of two additional ship-to-shore (STS) cranes. These new cranes are part of a CA$170 million investment in modern cargo handling equipment designed to replace ageing units, strengthen operational safety and boost overall terminal efficiency. The project focuses on upgrading the terminal’s crane fleet with advanced equipment that supports smoother vessel operations, improved cargo throughput, and flexible service offerings for larger container vessels.

Background

Sea Technology has developed a modular, offshore terminal solution called the Sea Technology Floating Terminal (STFT). It is intended to serve as a full-scale floating port infrastructure for large container vessels, vehicle RoRo operations and other heavy cargo handling. According to the company, the concept is designed to handle millions of TEUs per annum and operate in deeper waters where traditional land-based port expansion becomes challenging.

What the AiP Means

Transnet Expands Fleet with Liebherr RTGs

South Africa’s Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT), operated by Transnet Port Terminals (TPT), has received nine advanced Liebherr diesel-electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs).

The new fleet aims to:

• Improve container yard productivity
• Reduce carbon emissions compared to conventional cranes
• Enhance reliability in peak operational periods

Boosting Port Efficiency