Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) in New Jersey has ordered 20 Hybrid Konecranes Noell Straddle Carriers fitted with eco-efficient hybrid drives. The order was booked in Q4 2025, with delivery scheduled for Q4 2026.
PNCT is one of the largest container terminals on the US East Coast and has operated Konecranes Noell straddle carriers for decades. Its entire straddle carrier fleet consists of Konecranes equipment, with more than 200 units ordered to date. After introducing its first hybrid models in July 2022 and reporting strong results, PNCT is now continuing the transition with a second major investment in hybrid technology. The terminal previously ordered 15 hybrid straddle carriers in Q4 2024.
The new carriers feature Konecranes hybrid-drive technology, combining a diesel genset with a rechargeable battery to reduce diesel consumption and lower emissions while maintaining the performance and reliability required for intensive terminal operations. The machines will support ship-to-shore operations at the quay, stacking activities, and container transfers to and from trucks and rail wagons.
“PNCT has been operating Konecranes Noell straddle carriers for decades and we are convinced by their performance and reliability. We’ve already seen the benefits of the company’s hybrid drives, and this new investment is aimed at further reducing fuel consumption and operating with even higher efficiency overall,” said Charlie Ferlisi, Director of Engineering & Equipment Services at PNCT.
Konecranes supports PNCT through a major service location near Port Newark, including a fully equipped spare parts warehouse. PNCT also operates Konecranes rubber-tyred gantry cranes and reach stackers.
Peter Kania, Sales Director, Port Solutions, Konecranes, said: “This is a significant repeat order from a major US customer that knows our straddle carrier technology inside out. We very much value both PNCT’s trust in our hybrid-drive technology and our long partnership.”
