The future of the port industry is electric
The future of the port industry is electric
Whitepaper

The future of the port industry is electric

The need to decrease greenhouse gas emissions, driven by regulations from the United Nations, European Union, and U.S. environmental laws, has accelerated the worldwide transition to electric transportation over the past decade. In response to growing requirements from port authorities and government entities for ports and terminals to adopt more sustainable technologies, Konecranes pioneered the use of battery-electric drives for large vehicle fleets in active terminal operations. This technology has now been successfully implemented in multiple international container terminals. 

As electricity demand grows, the infrastructure of the power grid faces increased pressure and can struggle to keep up with this demand. This situation highlights the importance of strategies like peak shaving to manage and optimize electricity usage during high-demand periods. Electrification of port equipment, conventionally powered by fossil fuels, would result in reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The rapid technological advancements that make electric solutions more viable and efficient. Konecranes advocates for a proactive approach and supports terminals and ports in advancing towards a zero tailpipe emissions future, and is committed to having fully electric variants of its entire product portfolio available by 2026.

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