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March 2024
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Schmalz ergonomic suction spider takes the weight out of lifting
Schmalz has partnered with Josko to install a suction spider that can lift 80kg, 80 times a day in eight hour shifts.
DP World expands freight forwarding offices
DP World has inaugurated the latest in a string of more than 100 freight forwarding offices around the world, marking a significant expansion supporting customers navigating the complexities of global trade.
Huisman enters port and logistics market with order for automated stacking cranes
Dutch company Huisman, which designs, produces and maintains heavy construction equipment, has announced its entry into the port and logistics market after receiving an order from Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam (ECT) for a series of automated stacking cranes (ASCs) for efficient handling and buffering of containers.
Kalmar awarded ISO 27001 certification for its ISMS
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has been awarded ISO 27001 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS), the world's best-known standard for ISMSs and defines requirements that these systems must meet.
Asyad ports unveils container terminal at Duqm, Oman
Operations have begun at Asyad Container Terminal in Duqm, Oman, the latest in a string of expansion activities from Asyad Ports to meet the needs of the global maritime industry.
Thern delivers a davit crane solution at California’s Chumash Casino Resort.
Thern delivers a davit crane solution at California’s Chumash Casino Resort.
Condra overhead travelling crane Ruby Anniversary
A 40-ton electric overhead travelling crane, manufactured and commissioned 39 years ago, is being refurbished at Condra’s main factory in Germiston, just a few months short of the machine’s Ruby Anniversary.
Jenny Eagle returns to Hoist
Hoist is delighted to announce Jenny Eagle will be returning to the magazine as editor, starting this month. This is in addition to her roles as video reporter for LEEA YouTube channel and PR & Communications manager, Bridger Howes.
Hoist & Winch install bespoke winch for building products firm
Hoist & Winch has supplied a bespoke electric-powered winch to a UK building products company for the safe and smooth lifting and lowering of a large telescopic export chute that loads heavy-goods vehicles (HGVs) with a media byproduct from the customer’s production process.
Ideanomics subsidiary US Hybrid, Mi-Jack to develop hydrogen powered RTG
Ideanomics, a global company focused on accelerating the commercial adoption of zero emission vehicles, has announced its subsidiary US Hybrid has been selected by Mi-Jack to convert a rubber tire gantry (RTG) crane from fossil diesel to hydrogen powered.
US port news: Full steam ahead
From GPA trade in India to the US Department of Energy’s grant for hydrogen fuel, we take a look at the latest port news from America.
Unirope becomes first AWRF Accredited Member
Ontario-based Unirope has completed a successful audit, conducted by AWRF’s third-party auditors, LEEA (the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) to become the first rigging shop to receive Associated Wire Rope Fabricators (AWRF) Accredited Member.
AAL takes stance on EU Carbon Emissions trading rules
AAL takes stance on EU Carbon Emissions trading rules.
P&O Maritime Logistics unveils ambitious Decarbonisation plan.
P&O Maritime Logistics unveils ambitious Decarbonisation plan.
Tyrholm & Farstad Orders Konecranes Mobile Harbor Crane
Norwegian logistics provider Tyrholm & Farstad has ordered a Generation 6 Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Crane for its Flatholmen terminal in Ålesund, with the electric crane to expand capacity and reduce carbon emissions, with delivery expected in Q2 2024.
Bridge crane joins the Calgary Stampede
The 2023 Calgary Stampede was notable for a large pick-up claw machine – a collaboration between Kristian Electric and Exhibit Studio. By John Bensalhia.
February 2024
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Modulift plays key role in crane calibration for national ship repair company
In an operation in the northeast of England, a Modulift spreader beam was used to carry out a lift for a national ship repair company. The primary goal of the lifting project was to re-calibrate a vessel crane.
PSA Sines Expands Capacity With Two Super Post-Panamax STS Cranes
Two mega ship-to-shore (STS) cranes arrived at PSA Sines in Portugal in December 2023. The new cranes will be added to the ten existing Super Post-Panamax cranes, allowing PSA Sines to handle the largest container vessels deployed at the Iberian Peninsula.
Engineered Systems installs R&M cranes at new facility
Engineered Systems has installed R&M Cranes and hoists at a new facility.
Date set for this year’s Global Lifting Awareness Day
The fifth Global Lifting Awareness Day will take place on Thursday 18 July.
