With a working radius of 40 m the crane handles vessel sizes up to Panamax class for bulk handling and feeder ships as well as standard vessels for Containers. At the same time it provides an attractive solution for heavy cargo and general cargo with 90 t load capacity with almost 20 m jib working radius.

Impressive performance data
Whilst developing the port crane great attention was paid to achieving high performance with maximum working radius. With almost 31 t load capacity and 40 m range the 9300 E offers port operators a high lifting capacity using the total work area whereby interesting solutions can be achieved for all handling types. This not only leads to greater performance in bulk handling but also in container handling as the crane reaches up to two rows further than comparable devices on the market.

Innovative drives
The drive designs are innovative and versatile – standard characteristics of SENNEBOGEN. In addition to the diesel-hydraulic drive with fuel-saving Green Efficiency technology there is also the option of an innovative electro-hydraulic drive, which can also reduce the operating costs by up to 50% in addition to emission-free operation. In both drive variations the powerful winches achieve the high lifting speed of 100 m/min.

Globally unique: Cab adjustment for port mobile crane
With an eye height of 21.2 m the driver of the 9300 E has a perfect overview from his comfortable and roomy Portcab. The access ladder is even more comfortable in design as the driver already climbs approximately 9 m into his cab and thanks to the Skylift 1100 cab adjustment he reaches his ideal working height. This unique solution with regards to port mobile cranes defines a new standard for a comfortable and, above all, also safe access to the operator’s workplace.
Furthermore, the operator notes another advantage: for operating the crane in the port area the driver remains in the lower working position at 9 m. Here, on the one hand, he is close enough to the undercarriage to safely maneuver and, on the other hand, in this cab position he has the best and uninterrupted view of all paths. Another cab near the ground for operating safely in the port area is thus unnecessary.

Another plus: with the flexible system the crane driver can work in any individual height and can thus position himself perfectly for the vessel. Therefore safety is paramount for this solution as the cab can be safely exited at any time using the emergency release and emergency route.
Steady and robust undercarriage with low ground pressure.

With the star undercarriage the 9300 E is still compact to operate as it stands firmly on an outrigger area of 11.5 m x 11.5 m thanks to the outriggers that fold out. The machine gets the necessary maneuverability from the single suspension of the 14 wheel sets with all-wheel steering. The sturdy steering is easy to control thanks to a mechanical coupling and leads to maximum reliability and availability. The 14 wheel sets distribute the load of the almost 300 t heavy machine using the individual load balance of all wheel sets at the same time on the ground – thus bumps in the ground are effectively compensated. The 9300 E achieves a low ground pressure in operation using the four very large base plates at the outriggers.

Individual project plans
In addition to the mobile undercarriage, other undercarriage designs are possible – as with the SENNEBOGEN material handlers and balancers. This includes solutions with portals, rail undercarriages as well as mobile or stationary solutions on a pontoon. SENNEBOGEN has shown a great strength for many decades in customer-specific solutions and in particular in ports.
The announcement by the crane manufacturer from Straubing in March 2017 to launch an innovative port mobile crane with the 9300 E generated great interest with specific requests from different regions which are currently being processed. The machine’s official launch will take place on the transport logistic from the 9th-12th May 2017 in Munich. Interested port operators can get more detailed information from the exhibition stand in hall B4/305. We look forward to seeing you.

This will be the first BOXHUNTER RTG delivery to the Caribbean. This deal is strategically important, explains Alfredo Ramirez, Konecranes Sales Manager, Americas: “This deal follows upon our first BOXHUNTER RTG deal in South America. It shows there’s a real need for this kind of innovative container crane in the Americas.”

The BOXHUNTER RTGs will be used for container handling at an inland terminal a few kilometers from the sea port at George Town. The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands was convinced by the BOXHUNTER’s performance, ease of operation, and ease of delivery. BOXHUNTER is delivered in regular shipping containers, which was a key consideration in the selection process due to the inland location.

“The Port Authority is excited to commence a long-term relationship with Konecranes as a strategic partner. After an extensive evaluation of different container handling equipment, the BOXHUNTER RTGs were determined to be the ‘best fit’ for the operations of the Port Authority. This is the beginning of our multi-year master plan redevelopment, container handling machinery replacement, and reaching our vision to be the elite Port of excellence in the Caribbean, setting the standard of efficiency, safety, and customer-focused operations. Full implementation of our master plan will create a Port with a 30-year life expectancy and enable the continued economic development of the Cayman Islands,” said Willem Jacobs, Acting Deputy Port Director — Operations, Port Authority of the Cayman Islands.

The BOXHUNTER RTGs on order will stack 1-over-6 containers high and 6 containers wide plus truck lane, with a lifting capacity of 40.6t. DGPS Auto-steering, Auto-TOS reporting and Auto-positioning will be included, as well as storm tie-downs.

It’s quick and easy to learn how to drive BOXHUNTER. The operator sits in an ergonomic heads-up position in a cabin down at the truck lane, climbing in and out of the cabin in seconds, seeing all the container action down low. When driving the crane, the operator has excellent visibility everywhere, thanks to the advanced video and laser technology of the BOXHUNTER operating concept.

For the complete story of BOXHUNTER, visit http://boxhunter.konecranes.com/en

The agreement comes as a result of the visit to India in February 2016 of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the United Arab Emirates and Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman and CEO.

DP World announced at the time that it was seeking opportunities in the country worth over $1 billion over the next few years. This will be aimed at development of port infrastructure of the Sagarmala project, creation of the Delhi – Mumbai Industrial Corridor, river transportation and cold chain storage, investing in port-led special economic zones, free trade zones, ICDs and cruise terminals.

DP World Group Chairman and CEO, Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, said: “We have been a part of India’s growth story for nearly two decades now and we are delighted to further strengthen this relationship with the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF). The NIIF plays a crucial role in financing India’s infrastructure and we welcome their approach to encouraging development in the sector.

“The agreement is a direct result of the visit last year of H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed and both our organisations will work together in backing suitable projects. This will further develop Prime Minister Modi’s “Make in India” and “Invest India” campaigns by encouraging foreign direct investment (FDI) and funding for landmark projects like Sagarmala and Bharatmala.

“One of the key priorities of the Indian Government is preventing the loss of agricultural produce. This can be managed through adequate marine and warehousing infrastructure including cold storage as well as development of inland waterways, reducing logistics costs at the same time. We are proud to partner with the Government and share our expertise and experience in these areas and the global supply chain to provide cost effective logistics and warehousing solutions to India’s growing export and import trade.”