ThPA S.A.: A new investment in state-of-the-art equipment to enhance productivity and improve service quality
ThPA S.A. has received and is commissioning into operation eight new hybrid diesel-electric Straddle Carriers, further renewing the mechanical equipment of the Container Terminal, in parallel with the progress of the Pier 6 expansion project, and strengthening the operational capabilities of the Port of Thessaloniki. The new equipment procurement is part of ThPA S.A.’s broader ...
ThPA S.A. has acquired eight hybrid diesel-electric Straddle Carriers, enhancing the mechanical equipment of the Container Terminal while the Pier 6 expansion project continues. This move bolsters the Port of Thessaloniki's operational capabilities as part of its investment program for continuous upgrading and modernization. Since 2018, the company has modernized its equipment with twelve Straddle Carriers, one Mobile Harbour Crane, and two New Panamax STS cranes, capable of handling mainline vessels of over 10,000 TEU capacity.
The new hybrid Straddle Carriers, manufactured in Europe, boast higher energy efficiency, an 18% reduction in fuel consumption, and lower pollutant emissions. These features contribute to the Port's gradual transition towards a more environmentally responsible operating model. The new machinery will streamline container transport and stacking, increasing storage capacity in the Terminal yard.
With the ability to stack containers at more levels, the Straddle Carriers optimize space usage, allowing for more efficient use of the available area.
In addition to improving storage capacity, the new Straddle Carriers expedite service for trucks and container vessels, boosting the Terminal's overall productivity and reducing wait and service times. This upgrade directly impacts cargo flows, gate decongestion, and the overall user and partner experience at the Port. ThPA S.A.'s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ioannis Tsaras, emphasized that the procurement of the eight new Straddle Carriers is a decisive step in preparing the Port of Thessaloniki for its next growth phase.
This investment aims to continuously modernize the infrastructure and operations, rendering the mechanical equipment more modern, efficient, and sustainable. Through consistent investments in infrastructure, equipment, and technology, ThPA S.A. fortifies Thessaloniki's position as a modern trade and logistics hub for Southeastern Europe.
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