Apm terminals port elizabeth gets new giant cranes

A great piece of news for the port city of Port Elizabeth in South Africa!

According to various sources, including the Port Elizabeth Herald and the South African Maritime News, APM Terminals, a global container terminal operator, has recently installed two new giant cranes at its facility in Port Elizabeth.

The new cranes, which are among the largest in the world, are designed to increase the terminal's container handling capacity and improve efficiency. Each crane stands at an impressive 72 meters (236 feet) tall and has a lifting capacity of 65 tons.

The installation of these new cranes is part of APM Terminals' ongoing efforts to modernize and expand its facilities in Port Elizabeth, which is a key hub for trade in the region. The new cranes will enable the terminal to handle larger vessels and increase its container handling capacity by 20%, making it more competitive in the market.

The project was completed in partnership with the South African government and other stakeholders, and is expected to create new job opportunities and stimulate economic growth in the region.

Here are some key facts about the new cranes:

These new cranes are a significant investment in the future of Port Elizabeth's port and will help to drive economic growth and development in the region.