Capacity Upgrade
The newly delivered crane significantly improves cargo-handling operations at the Bilbao terminal. It is designed to handle larger container vessels and increase terminal productivity by reducing loading and unloading times.
Advanced Technology
The crane includes:
Infrastructure Context
Webb Dock is a critical component of the Port of Melbourne, hosting the Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT). Unlike other terminals, Webb Dock currently lacks direct rail access, which was previously deemed "crucial" for handling the 14,000 TEU vessels that frequently call at the facility.
Strategic Shift
Overview
International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI), a major global port operator, is pushing ahead with its South Luzon Container Terminal (SLCT) initiative — a US$800 million investment aimed at expanding container handling capacity in the Philippines. Commercial operations are expected to begin by 2028.
Project Location and Purpose