Port of Helsingborg selects Kalmar electric reachstackers

Kalmar has been selected by the Port of Helsingborg as the supplier of electric reachstackers under a six-year frame agreement covering the potential procurement of up to nine machines.

The Port of Helsingborg, located in the south of Sweden on the Øresund coast, is Sweden’s second-largest container port and a vital hub for sea, road and rail traffic. The port has made significant investments to mitigate the challenges relating to global climate change and to address climate impact and energy use in transport and terminal operations.

One of the most significant initiatives in this regard is the electrification of the port’s cargo-handling equipment. The port’s equipment fleet already includes a Kalmar electric reachstacker, delivered in early 2024.

Christina Argelius, chief technical officer of the Port of Helsingborg said, “This framework agreement represents an important step in our transition towards lower-emission terminal operations. Through this agreement, we can continue to replace diesel-powered machines in a structured and long-term way, aligned with our overall investment plan and energy strategy. Electrification also brings new requirements in infrastructure, charging and daily operations, and having a partner with strong technical expertise is essential as we scale up.”

Eric Wass, sales representative of Kalmar Sweden said, “As fuel costs rise and the pressure to increase efficiency and reduce emissions increases, electrification offers a stable and secure path forward for terminals. We are delighted to announce the signing of this frame agreement with the Port of Helsingborg, which will help them take further steps forward on their journey towards a zero-emission future.”