Energy-efficient equipment reduces carbon footprint in Melbourne

The new equipment with its greater capacity to handle containers will also help reduce the company’s environmental footprint as well as improve efficiency and productivity at Australia’s largest container port.

A second batch of eight straddle carriers is due for delivery later this year, bringing DP World Melbourne’s fleet to 22 new machines. Following an extensive evaluation process, Terex-Noell Diesel Electric Straddle Carriers were selected for their high performing, smart power and energy efficient features.

Andrew Jena, general manager, DP World, Melbourne, said: “The new equipment will deliver the twin benefits of improved productivity and energy efficiency. Our analysis of fuel consumption data from six of these diesel-electric straddles indicated an 11% saving per operating hour compared with the diesel-hydraulic straddle fleet. We believe our high-performing, smart power operations will contribute positively to the environment at the Port of Melbourne.”