Integra Port Services has ordered its third HMK 260E mobile harbour crane from Gottwald Port Technology.

Integra Port Services NV (IPS) has ordered its third HMK 260E mobile harbour crane from Gottwald Port Technology GmbH for its operations in the public terminal in the river port of Paramaribo, Suriname.

"The first two HMK 260E cranes have been a crucial component for the development of our port," says Remy Vyzelman, IPS president.

"With combined rates of over 50 berth moves per hour, the cranes have created a very good basis to increase productivity and make the port a more efficient shipping hub," he says.

Two HMK 260E cranes, one new and one used, already operate at the port. In May 2009, the river port, located about 30km inland from the Atlantic Ocean, commissioned its first-ever mobile harbour crane for handling containers and general cargo. IPS forecasted expansion and opted for a second crane, a factory refurbished HMK 260E. The third crane rounds up the fleet and will be used mainly to handle containers.

Similar to the first crane, the third one will be equipped with six axles. Usually, the HMK 260E features a five-axle chassis but can be fitted with a sixth axle if the quay has a restricted load-bearing capacity or if required by conditions. The crane propping system will also be adapted to the quay specifications.

Gottwald Port Technology GmbH, a subsidiary of Demag Cranes AG, manufactures harbour cranes and terminal automation technology. It has sold over 1,300 mobile harbour cranes.