Container Handling Excellence

With a choice of electric and hybrid models, along with a variable speed generator option, sustainability and flexibility are the key drivers in the RTG range. According to MD-Engineering at Liebherr Container Cranes, Charlie McCarthy, their range allows customers to advance their environmental ambitions and plan for a net zero future.

“Our models offer unparalleled flexibility and choice, to meet diverse operational requirements. Our electric RTGs operate with zero local emissions while our hybrid models deliver exceptional performance alongside significant reductions in emissions, running costs and maintenance. Additionally, our variable speed generator RTGs provide exceptional performance and a substantial decrease in emissions compared with traditional diesel machines.

Cost and performance

Liebherr’s proprietary software enables advanced simulations and energy modelling, predicting fuel and energy consumption, for various power system configurations based on clients’ specific operational scenarios. “This allows us to accurately simulate customers’ operations to explore and optimise alternative operating scenarios.

”Furthermore, by accommodating local and regional economic factors, we can conduct comprehensive economic assessments to identify the optimal machine for a customer’s setup, considering both cost and performance,” Charlie adds. “Together, these options offer terminal operators a clear, sustainable path to improved operational performance.”

Evolving technology

The eight-rope reeving system remains central to the RTG, delivering the same core benefits of stability and precision. It is complemented by the Liebherr Liduro drive system and a wide selection of power options. Productivity aids and automation features have also evolved, from early destination control to today’s advanced solutions that support full autonomy or remote operation, both wired and wireless.

Building on the exceptional progress of the past quarter century, advances in automation, energy efficiency and digital integration will drive the future of container handling. Technology will continue to evolve, but the core principles behind every Liebherr RTG will remain unchanged.

Built to last, each machine is engineered with the highest standards of quality, precision and reliability. From structural integrity to component longevity, a Liebherr RTG is designed for maximum uptime and consistent performance in the toughest port environments. And with world-class service and support to match, customers can rely on the company to deliver long-term value, no matter how the industry evolves.