en.Wedoany.com Reported - TMEIC Corporation Americas, a group subsidiary of TMEIC Corporation (Japan), has launched the E-Tanker mobile charging solution, aimed at accelerating port decarbonization through crane electrification. The E-Tanker enables rapid conversion of rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes from diesel power to battery electric power and charges yard equipment, helping terminals significantly reduce diesel consumption and emissions while maintaining productivity and capacity.
Diesel-powered RTG cranes can account for up to 75% of a terminal's fuel consumption, making them a high-impact starting point for decarbonization. According to Suraj Mishra, Business Development Manager at TMEIC, traditional cable reel and busbar methods conflict with yard layout constraints and involve extensive civil engineering and retrofit downtime. The E-Tanker solution introduces a new paradigm for crane electrification, allowing terminals to transition quickly and cost-effectively to cleaner battery-electric operations without redesigning the yard or taking cranes offline for weeks.
The E-Tanker is a multi-component solution comprising a mobile lithium-ion battery charging unit, high-energy battery blocks, and charging stations, all coordinated by the company's intelligent Fleet Management System (FMS). The mobile charging unit is housed in a standard 40-foot container, transported by a terminal tractor, and seamlessly integrates into existing port operations. A single unit can serve multiple RTGs, providing a scalable path for broader electrification initiatives. The compact, high-energy battery blocks can be easily retrofitted onto existing cranes, simplifying the transition to electric equipment. Integration with the company's FMS enables real-time visualization of yard operations, including battery charge status, task assignment, charging schedules, and operational priorities, thereby optimizing asset utilization and enhancing overall terminal efficiency.
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