Kalmar has delivered four electric reach stackers to Norwegian port operator Westport, as part of the companies’ ongoing collaboration to improve sustainable port operations.
Electric reach stacker agreement
The repeat order was booked in Kalmar’s Q2 2024 order intake, and delivery took place in Q4 2024 at Westport’s new terminal in the Port of Moss in Norway. It includes a seven-year Kalmar Complete Care service agreement, ensuring tailored maintenance for maximum operational efficiency. Kalmar previously delivered an electric reach stacker to Westport in 2022.
Kristian Løvaas, CEO of Westport, said, “Kalmar’s electric reach stackers are an integral part of our strategy to lead the green transition in the port and terminal industry. With this important investment, we’re taking another significant step toward our goal of decarbonizing our operations by 2030. Moreover, the new equipment will significantly reduce, for example, the noise levels that have previously posed challenges. For our employees, the lower noise and vibration mean a more comfortable and less demanding workload. Additionally, the overall safety of our terminal workers will be enhanced, as the reduction in constant noise fosters a calmer and more focused operational environment.”
Port electrification goals
Bredo Steen-Gundersen, country director of Kalmar Norway, added, “Kalmar and Westport share a commitment to safe and sustainable cargo handling. This repeat order is a testament to Westport’s confidence in our electric solutions. We are pleased to continue our long-standing partnership with a customer who shares our strong commitment to building a more sustainable future.”
Peter Olsson, vice president of global sales counterbalanced at Kalmar, concluded, “Our collaboration with Westport is a great example of how the port industry can adopt sustainable practices without compromising efficiency. These additional units highlight our shared vision to drive decarbonization and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. We’re proud to continue supporting Westport’s leadership in embracing electric material handling and adopting innovative technologies that align with ambitious sustainability targets.”
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