Euroports Group is set to strengthen its bulk handling capacity at North Sea Port (Ghent) with the addition of a state-of-the-art Generation 6 Konecranes Gottwald ESP.7B Mobile Harbor Crane.
The order was placed in Q3 2024, with the crane expected to be delivered before the end of Q1 2025.
The 3,500-hectare Port of Ghent handles a wide variety of cargo, including bulk, breakbulk, and containers. Euroports operates across multiple locations within North Sea Port, including the All Weather Terminal (AWT), which offers climate-controlled warehousing and covered loading areas to ensure uninterrupted, high-speed operations regardless of weather conditions.
The new Generation 6 crane will be stationed at Terminal 850 (Sifferdok), enhancing Euroports’ ability to serve the agribulk and fertiliser markets with increased speed, continuity, and handling capacity.
The new crane is equipped with a 4-rope grab system, a 52-tonne grab curve, and a 51-metre reach, enabling it to handle bulk carriers up to Panamax class. Its maximum lifting capacity of 125 tonnes allows it to handle heavy project cargo as well, expanding Euroports’ service capabilities and flexibility.
The deployment of the new crane is also expected to enable Euroports to redistribute existing cranes, relocating one to Terminal 280 (Grootdok) to boost capacity and continuity in that area further.
“Fast working speeds and high handling rhythms are everyday business at Euroports,” said Karel Leysen, Terminal Manager at Euroports Belgium.
“We’ve had very positive experiences with Konecranes Gottwald mobile harbour cranes within our network of terminals, so adding this Generation 6 crane for bulk handling was a natural choice.”
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“This strategic investment allows us to load and unload larger vessels and increase the overall volume and pace of operations at Sifferdok,” said Alexandros Stogianidis, Regional Sales Manager at Konecranes.
“By placing this crane at Sifferdok and reallocating resources, we can provide greater efficiency and continuity throughout our Ghent operations, positioning Euroports well for future growth. Port operators around the world count on Konecranes Gottwald mobile harbour crane technology for high handling rates and reliability.
“This Generation 6 addition to the existing fleet at Euroports will boost the port’s bulk-handling capacity and improve operational efficiency. We’re very pleased to continue contributing to the port’s development.”
