Konecranes continues to grow in Spain with a new order from CSP Iberian Valencia Terminal for six Konecranes hybrid Rubber-Tired Gantry (RTG) cranes, supporting eco-efficient container handling at the Port of Valencia. The order was booked in Q4 2025 and delivery is scheduled for December 2026.

This latest investment from CSP Iberian Valencia Terminal – its second RTG order with Konecranes in 2025 – forms part of its long-term modernization program to improve operational efficiency while reducing container-handling CO₂ emissions. The six new hybrid RTGs will operate alongside the terminal’s existing fleet of Konecranes equipment.

Fitted with Konecranes’ hybrid drive technology, the hybrid RTGs significantly reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions compared to conventional diesel-powered RTGs. The cranes will also be equipped with Active Load Control (ALC), Gantry Collision Prevention and Truck Lift Prevention. These Konecranes Smart Features support safe and efficient container handling in demanding terminal environments.

“Our relationship with Konecranes goes back many years, underpinned by the reliable performance of the RTG fleet already operating at our terminal. That track record gave us the confidence to invest in more Konecranes hybrid RTGs. The cranes are key in achieving our eco-efficiency targets, while maintaining high productivity and keeping maintenance costs under control,” says Gustavo Ferrer Soriano, General Manager at CSP Iberian Valencia.

Konecranes hybrid RTGs operate on onboard battery power, with a diesel generator used to recharge the batteries. Intelligent power management and regenerative braking is utilized to re-charge the batteries, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Over 3,000 Konecranes RTGs, including the hybrid models, have been delivered globally to date and taken in to use around the world.

“Terminal operators are continuing to invest in hybrid solutions as they balance CO₂ emissions reductions with the need for operational efficiency. Konecranes hybrid RTGs play an important role in helping terminals to reach their targets without disruptive changes to daily yard work,” says Darryn Scheepers, EMEA Sales Director, Port Solutions, Konecranes.

This agreement supports Ecolifting, Konecranes’ comprehensive step-by-step roadmap to zero tailpipe emissions that supports the decarbonization of port operations. Our solutions range from renewable diesel-powered drives to hybrid and fully-electrified fleets and emerging options like hydrogen, all designed to meet the needs of each customer today and for the future.

A strong focus on customers and commitment to business growth and continuous improvement make Konecranes a material handling industry leader. This is underpinned by investments in digitalization and technology, plus our work to make material flows more efficient with solutions that support the decarbonization of the economy and advance circularity and safety.
Source: Konecranes