Kalmar has joined with charging solutions manufacturers Kempower and Sinexcel to launch a new range of DC charging solutions the Finnish materials handling equipment producer says will “accelerate the green transition in material-handling and logistics”.

The new DC charging solution includes the megawatt charging system, which will be implemented at DP World London Gateway to serve the fleet of Kalmar electric straddle carriers slated for delivery in Q1 2026.

The new solution, developed with Finnish-based Kempower and China’s Sinexcel, includes movable chargers, integrated station chargers and distributed charging systems.

Kalmar says with each of these two partners, it is “co-developing a range of advanced charging solutions that will deliver smooth compatibility between charging station and machine”.

“Available solutions will range from versatile movable chargers and all-in-one fixed installations for smaller electric fleets to distributed satellite charging solutions for large and rapidly expanding fleets,” Kalmar states. “The solutions will be available globally.”

Rony Thomas, Kalmar’s head of product management, says the combination of knowledge with the DC charging solutions providers, will allow it to “offer a comprehensive package of fully tailored electric material handling solutions – including machines, chargers and services – with the lowest possible total cost of ownership”. 

Jussi Vanhanen, chief markets officer with Kempower says the company the partnership with Kalmar is helping them to accelerate “the transition towards more sustainable logistics by integrating our DC charging technology with Kalmar’s electric machine portfolio”.

“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to supporting global climate goals and creating a cleaner future for supply chains,” Vanhanen adds.