en.Wedoany.com Reported - HGT Aracruz, a joint venture between Brazil's Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) and Grupo Imetame, has signed an agreement with Sany for the supply of container handling equipment, including Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes and Rubber-Tired Gantry (RTG) cranes, for the new terminal in Aracruz, Espírito Santo, Brazil.

HGT stated that this signing is a key milestone in the project's development, reflecting the joint venture's commitment to building a world-class facility. The terminal will combine operational efficiency, sustainability, and scalability to support future growth and meet customer demands. HGT CEO Dheeraj Bhatia noted that the agreement is an important step in developing a world-class terminal to serve customers and support regional economic growth, adding that introducing state-of-the-art equipment will lay the foundation for safe and efficient operations, solidifying Aracruz's position as a key logistics gateway.

Gilson Pereira, Director of Grupo Imetame, stated that selecting Sany as the supplier for HGT Aracruz reflects both parties' commitment to establishing a solid and lasting relationship, with a focus on safety, quality, reliability, and on-time delivery. He emphasized that this partnership helps HGT Aracruz build excellent infrastructure, strengthen Espírito Santo's role as a port hub for foreign trade, restore long-haul routes, and enhance Brazilian port operational capabilities.

Zhou Guoyuan, President of Sany Marine Heavy Industry, pointed out that the agreement reflects the trust of Hanseatic Global Terminals and Grupo Imetame in Sany's technology, experience, and project execution capabilities. Sany will provide cutting-edge crane solutions to improve the terminal's operational productivity and reliability.

The new container terminal in Aracruz, Brazil, was officially inaugurated in June 2026, positioning itself as a gateway for regional import and export cargo and a transshipment hub for international maritime services.