Energy-efficient equipment helps reduce carbon footprint at Australia's largest commercial port
Melbourne, Australia, Dubai, UAE, May 3, 2012:- DP World announced today (May 3) a significant boost to DP World Melbourne's capabilities with the first eight of 16 new energy-efficient straddle carriers starting operations.
The new equipment with its greater capacity to handle containers will also help reduce DP World's environmental footprint as well as improve efficiency and productivity at Australia's largest container port.
A second batch of eight straddle carriers is due for delivery later this year, bringing DP World Melbourne's fleet to 22 new straddle carriers. Following an extensive evaluation process, DP World Australia selected Noell's Diesel Electric Straddle Carriers for their high performing, smart power and energy efficient features.
Ganesh Raj, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World, Australia & New Zealand Region, said:
"DP World, Australia is committed to providing the necessary infrastructure to increase capacity and efficiency at West Swanson Dock, where DP World Melbourne is located, to cater for medium to long term customer demand. The newly commissioned carriers add to the fleet of six carriers we installed last year and I am pleased to launch the additional eight of 16 new diesel electric straddles for 2012.
"DP World, Australia continues to invest in new terminal infrastructure and the latest technology across its network of five Australian terminals in order to constantly facilitate container growth and provide our customers with efficient services."
Andrew Jena, General Manager, DP World, Melbourne, said:
"The new equipment will deliver the twin benefits of improved productivity and energy efficiency. Our analysis of fuel consumption data from six of these diesel-electric straddles indicated an 11% saving per operating hour compared with the diesel-hydraulic straddle fleet. We believe our high-performing, smart power operations will contribute positively to the environment at the Port of Melbourne, one of Australia's busiest commercial hubs."
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About DP World
DP World operates more than 60 terminals across six continents(1), with container handling generating around 80% of its revenue. In addition, the company currently has 11 new developments and major expansions underway in 10 countries.
DP World aims to enhance customers' supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo. Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of more than 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted "Best Seaport in the Middle East" for 17 consecutive years.
In 2011, DP World handled nearly 55 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 103 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
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(1) As of March 2012. Includes non-container terminals.
Media Contacts:
Natasha Bukhari
Mob: +97156 6821699
Natasha.bukhari@dpworld.com
Peter Zangari
DP World ANZ Region
Mob: +61 409 860 853
peter.zangari@dpworld.com
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