en.Wedoany.com Reported - PSA Europe is accelerating the decarbonization and modernization of its terminal operations, recently deploying new electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes (eRTG) in Italy and introducing hybrid straddle carriers in Belgium. These investments aim to enhance operational efficiency and support PSA Group's long-term commitment to sustainable port operations.
In Italy, PSA Genova Pra' Terminal and PSA Venice Terminal have completed the deployment of a new batch of eRTGs. On March 30, PSA Genova Pra' Terminal received six additional RTGs, including two hybrid units, with installation completed in April, further advancing the terminal's transition to an electric yard fleet. This delivery follows the arrival of nine fully electric RTGs in December 2025—six deployed at PSA Genova Pra' Terminal and three at PSA Venice Terminal—replacing older diesel-powered machines and significantly reducing the terminals' carbon footprint.
The newly deployed eRTGs feature zero local emissions, lower energy consumption, and higher yard reliability. PSA Genova Pra' Terminal currently operates a fleet of 33 new eRTGs, including two hybrid models, marking a critical step in phasing out diesel-powered units. All cranes are manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) and customized to PSA standards. This investment is part of PSA Italy's long-term strategy to modernize infrastructure, enhance operational resilience, and support the group's sustainability goals.
In Belgium, PSA Antwerp Terminal received 18 new hybrid straddle carriers from Kalmar on March 30. The batch includes 10 units capable of stacking containers three high and 8 units capable of stacking four high, representing the next phase of the Noordzee Terminal modernization plan. The new hybrid straddle carriers replace older diesel units and are expected to reduce PSA Antwerp Terminal's carbon emissions by approximately 1,180 tons annually. Meanwhile, reductions in local air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides and particulate matter are up to 95% compared to the oldest machines in the fleet. The hybrid power system combines a diesel engine with a battery system that captures and reuses energy, significantly reducing fuel consumption while maintaining high operational performance. Additionally, these machines enhance reliability through reduced maintenance needs, providing customers with more stable service levels.
From the electrification of yard equipment in Italy to the hybridization of horizontal transport in Belgium, PSA Europe is taking coordinated measures to reduce emissions and enhance resilience across its operational footprint, reflecting PSA Group's broader commitment to building a sustainable, future-ready port ecosystem.
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