Finland-based Konecranes has received a contract from longstanding customer Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) in New Jersey for 20 Hybrid Konecranes Noell Straddle Carriers equipped with eco-efficient hybrid drives. PNCT is one of the largest container terminals on the US East Coast.
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Its entire straddle carrier fleet is made up of Konecranes Noell straddle carriers, with over 200 orders and counting. After introducing its first hybrid models in July 2022 and seeing strong performance, PNCT is now making its second significant investment in expanding its hybrid fleet. The terminal purchased 15 hybrid straddle carriers from Konecranes in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Each of the 20 new straddle carriers features Konecranes hybrid-drive technology, combining a diesel genset with a rechargeable battery. This delivers the proven performance of Konecranes Noell straddle carriers, with less diesel consumption and lower emissions. The new machines will be used for ship-to-shore container operations at the quayside, stacking activities and the loading and unloading of trucks and rail wagons.
“PNCT has been operating Konecranes Noell straddle carriers for decades and we are convinced by their performance and reliability. We’ve already seen the benefits of the company’s hybrid drives, and this new investment is aimed at further reducing fuel consumption and operating with even higher efficiency overall,” says Charlie Ferlisi, Director of Engineering & Equipment Services at PNCT.
Reflecting the close ties with PNCT, Konecranes operates a major service location including a comprehensively equipped warehouse of spare parts near Port Newark so it can efficiently support PNCT’s operations. PNCT already operates Konecranes Rubber-Tired Gantry Cranes, as well as Konecranes reach stackers. The machines will be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2026.