The order involves two Konecranes RTG cranes
Konecranes has secured an order to sell two Konecranes Rubber-Tired Gantry (RTG) cranes, which are engineered for full operational shifts on battery power, to HHLA TK Estonia AS.
The order of the 296-kWh battery system, which enables up to eight hours of independent operation, is the first of its kind for Konecranes.
The 1-over-5 six-lane Konecranes RTGs will be deployed for container handling at the Port of Muuga, as part of HHLA TK Estonia’s broader investment in a more eco-efficient container yard.
With energy supplied via an integrated 25-meter busbar charging system, the cranes can run fully on battery power – eliminating tailpipe emissions during crane operations and significantly reducing yard noise as well.
The investment also contributes to HHLA Group’s sustainability strategy. Gradually replacing diesel-powered yard equipment with electric alternatives is a key step in reducing emissions from terminal operations.
“Replacing older RTGs with these Europe-first Konecranes battery-electric RTGs allows us to further modernize our yard while maintaining operational consistency across the fleet,” says Tanel Ringo, technology and infrastructure manager at HHLA TK Estonia AS.
“Having the manufacturer’s engineering and production located in the same northern climate region is also beneficial when developing equipment for our operating conditions.”
Fo Konecranes, the deal marks a significant step forward in the evolution of battery-electric RTG technology.
In addition, it underlines the role of HHLA TK Estonia as an active development partner, working together with Konecranes to test and implement next-generation yard solutions in live operating environments.
“Close collaboration with a partner just across the Gulf of Finland enables us to move development initiatives quickly into real-world yard performance,” says Philipp Reiter, regional sales manager EMEA, port solutions, Konecranes.
“This order demonstrates how battery technology is shifting from being a mitigation solution to providing power for full-scale operational use in container terminals.”