Automated Container Handling

Partnering for predictable operations

Yard automation succeeds when experience and execution come together under a clear direction. The right supplier brings proven domain knowledge, the ability to integrate complex systems, and a commitment to achieving your operational goals. More than delivering technology, they help define the roadmap, align processes, and ensure that every stage delivers measurable outcomes. With this approach, automation becomes not just a step-change in efficiency but a long-term enabler of consistency, safety, and resilience across terminal operations.

Improved uptime, reliability and predictability

Reduced maintenance cycles and improved OPEX

Cyber technologies that are secure and resilient

IT systems that are robust and properly integrated

Automation built on expertise and measurable outcomes

We offer a complete system solution - technology, software, and the most reliable, long-lasting equipment. Every component across machinery and software is built on the same principles: simplicity, efficiency and reliability. These are products and systems designed for easy maintenance, allowing for optimal running 24/7.

Performance you can count on, partnership you can trust.

Trusted technology, proven delivery

"In a critical infrastructure project of this kind, which is so important for the future of KPCT, we selected Konecranes because we know and trust their technology, delivery expertise and service support."

- Abdullah Al Hameli, A/CEO, Abu Dhabi Terminals

How we work

Taking ownership and
delivering excellence

We are experts in automation, with a clear process that begins by understanding your unique needs and challenges. This consultative approach ensures that - big or small, independent or part of a group - you get exactly the solution you need. From initial planning to solution design to seamless implementation, we take full ownership of the journey, keeping each step aligned to your goals. We stay committed to your success, providing continuous support to keep every part of your automation system running at peak performance.

Analysis & Planning

Before any commitment is made, each project begins with a feasibility study - assessing technical fit, potential risks, and costs in detail. Drawing on worldwide experience, we’ve developed a proven delivery model designed to create value at every stage. Through structured gate planning and clearly defined goals, we ensure the right people are fully informed and engaged at every checkpoint, keeping projects on track and outcomes assured.

Delivery & Integration

We believe that true project leadership means taking responsibility - owning our scope, and communicating with honesty and integrity at every stage. That’s why every project we deliver is supported by a dedicated, consistent team of experts whose role is to oversee delivery and minimise risks such as operational disruption, unforeseen costs, or timescale challenges.

Backed by decades of industry experience, our delivery framework is both robust and thorough, setting a formidable standard that gives our customers the confidence and reassurance they need.

Support & lifecycle services

Through our M&S agreements, we monitor equipment and consumables to proactively schedule servicing. When expert insight is needed, our technical team - drawing on global terminal experience - is on hand to resolve faults and answer questions. With technology at the heart of everything we deliver, our Cybersecurity-by-Design approach ensures systems remain secure, stable, and high-performing. We also provide training and skills development, empowering internal teams to operate systems confidently and work independently using smart tools.

Optimize & Improve

As projects conclude, we take the time to review delivery with honesty and share key learnings across our wider team, ensuring future customers benefit. Our dedicated optimization packages provide data insights, tools, and expert analysis to enhance system performance and drive long-term efficiency. Combined with trackable delivery KPIs, this approach allows future projects to consistently improve, creating a cycle of continuous learning and measurable success.

Complete yard solutions – From RTGs to full automation

A-RTGs

Automated Rubber-Tired Gantry cranes bring the benefits of automation to existing yards, improving safety, predictability, and performance with minimal disruption.

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ASCs

Automated Stacking Cranes deliver proven 24/7 yard performance with unmatched reliability, efficiency, and throughput in the world’s busiest terminals.

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TEAMS ECS

Our Equipment Control System (TEAMS ECS) connects every machine and process into one control platform, ensuring smooth, predictable operations.

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AGVs

Automated Guided Vehicles provide safe, driverless container transport across the terminal, built for reliability, flexibility, and seamless fleet coordination.

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Automation retrofits

Transform your yard’s capabilities by adding automated control and coordination to existing equipment, improving consistency, safety, and overall performance.

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