Slovenian port and logistics firm Luka Koper expands operations with 4 Konecranes electric RTGs

Luka Koper in the Port of Koper, Slovenia, has ordered four Konecranes electric Rubber-Tired Gantry (RTG) cranes to replace old RTGs in its container yard. Koper also has plans to construct a new quayside and container yard with additional storage space. The order was booked in Q3 2024, with hand-over scheduled for Q1 2025 at the latest.

The Konecranes electric RTGs on order will reinforce a fleet of 28 Konecranes RTGs, of which 15 are fully electric, driven by cable reel systems. Luka Koper also operates 4 Konecranes Rail-Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes.

“Konecranes RTGs give us the high peak performance we need, and the cranes are reliable and easy to maintain. We have a long-term electrification strategy, and so does Konecranes, which makes this order a natural next step in the long-term cooperation between the two companies,” says Mr. Edvin Boskin, Technical Manager of the Container Terminal.

The new Konecranes RTGs will be powered by cable reel systems connected to the local grid, like the electric Konecranes RTGs that Koper already operates. They will also have auxiliary batteries and the Truck Lift Prevention smart feature.

“Fully electric container handling operations are built step by step, with a commitment that that is unwavering and lasts for years. Luka Koper is set to grow substantially, and Konecranes is here to help,” says Philipp Reiter, Regional Sales Manager, Konecranes, Port Solutions.

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This order for electric RTGs is part of Ecolifting, Konecranes’ vision to increase its handprint – meaning the beneficial environmental impact that can be achieved with our product and service portfolio – while reducing customers’ carbon footprints. From eco-optimizing diesel drives, to hybridization and fully-electrified fleets, we will continue to do more with less.