DP World Deploys 55 Electric Yard Tractors At South Korea’s Busan Terminal
DP World has deployed 55 electric yard tractors (E-YTs) at its Busan terminal in South Korea, marking a significant step up in its efforts to reduce emissions from terminal operations. The new E-YTs replace Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)-powered vehicles and account for approximately 36% of the terminal’s 154-strong yard tractor fleet. Used to move containers ...
DP World has installed 55 electric yard tractors (E-YTs) at its Busan terminal in South Korea, a major step towards cutting emissions from terminal activities. These E-YTs replace Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)-powered vehicles and make up around 36% of the 154-strong yard tractor fleet at the terminal. They are designed to move containers around the terminal, and are predicted to cut CO₂ emissions by about 70% per unit compared to the LNG-powered tractors they are replacing.
Beyond lower emissions, the electric tractors also mean less engine fluid usage, reducing the risk of leaks and their environmental impact. As a member of South Korea’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), DP World Busan is actively seeking ways to minimize its emissions through such transitions. This deployment is part of DP World’s broader commitment to low-carbon logistics and greener port operations, reflecting the company’s ambition to enhance sustainability while maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable service delivery to its clients.
Anders Dømmestrup, Chief Operating Officer for Ports & Terminals in Asia Pacific at DP World APAC, stated that the introduction of these electric yard tractors represents a significant milestone in DP World’s emission reduction strategy, proving progress can be made without compromising the quality and reliability of services. In addition to environmental gains, the electric tractors provide quieter operation, smoother acceleration, and consistent performance during frequent stop-and-go conditions.
With fewer mechanical components compared to LNG-powered tractors, they are also anticipated to need less maintenance, thereby enhancing equipment availability and operational efficiency. DP World Busan intends to keep scaling up the use of electric equipment as it continues to pursue more extensive emission reductions. This move follows similar electrification efforts in other DP World ports and terminals such as the Port of Brisbane in Australia, Manila South Harbour in the Philippines, and Laem Chabang International Terminal in Thailand.
These actions underline DP World’s dedication to sustainability and its mission to decarbonize port operations worldwide.
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