Kalmar delivers first Gloria reachstackers with new K-Motion technology in the Asia-Pacific region
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, and its New Zealand region dealership AB Equipment have received an order from Quality Marshalling for two Kalmar Gloria reachstackers equipped with new K-Motion drive line system. The machines will be the first of their kind in the Asia-Pacific region, providing industry-leading efficiency and environmental benefits to Quality Marshalling's Tauranga Container Terminal and Timaru Container Terminal operations in New Zealand.
The Kalmar K-Motion ground-breaking technology includes a new drive train system embedded into the programming of the Kalmar Gloria reachstacker. This new system increases machine efficiency and productivity by elevating uptime. The machines also boast improved ergonomics and safety as well as reduced fuel consumption and running costs.
Quality Marshalling's Tauranga Container Terminal operation involves the management of the rail exchange for the Port of Tauranga and Kiwi Rail for containerised import and export cargo.
Quality Marshalling's Timaru Container Terminal operation provides the handling of all containers, Receivables & Dispatch (R&D) and vessel loading for Timaru Container Terminal Ltd. This arrangement includes the export and import of containerised cargo for the South Canterbury and Canterbury regions.
Quality Marshalling is a subsidiary of the Port of Tauranga providing 24/7 services to the container handling industry. Quality Marshalling's container operations are currently handling 330,000 TEU per annum.
Kalmar K-Motion technology was introduced to the Asian market on 19 January 2016. The launch event, held in Shanghai, China, was attended by approximately 160 people including customers, dealers and media.
