Cavotec supplies alternative power to USA

The equipment being supplied includes shore power systems built into the quayside that enables ships to connect to grid-generated electrical power safely, quickly and easily. They incorporate the innovative spring-assisted one-hand-lift access covers that avoid operator stress and injury by reducing the lift weight of the covers.

Cavotec’s AMP systems enable vessels to switch off their engines while docked and to connect to shore side electricity. Services such as power supply for reefer containers, lighting, heating, food preparation and cargo handling are then run directly from the port’s power supply.

Switching off ships’ engines and connecting to grid-generated electricity reduces fuel consumption and dramatically cuts particulate matter emissions, thus helping improve air quality in ports and surrounding communities.