Eurogate advances terminal automation with Konecranes order in Wilhelmshaven
Eurogate has ordered four Automated Stacking Cranes (ASCs) from Konecranes for its Container Terminal Wilhelmshaven in Germany, as part of its ongoing efforts to develop automated container yard operations.
The contract was awarded through Eurogate Terminal Solutions GmbH and booked by Konecranes during the third quarter of 2026. Handover of the equipment is scheduled for the second quarter of 2028.
The agreement also includes an option for four additional ASCs for Eurogate’s Container Terminal Hamburg, although the company has not announced whether that option will be exercised.
Integrating automated cranes into terminal operations
The Wilhelmshaven project will integrate the new automated stacking cranes with existing terminal equipment to support automated container transport and handling within the facility.
Eurogate is pursuing a supplier-agnostic approach to terminal automation, allowing equipment from different manufacturers to operate through a common equipment control system (ECS).
Konecranes was selected based on its automation technology and ability to meet the terminal’s operational and technical requirements.
The new cranes will incorporate Konecranes Active Load Control technology, which is designed to improve container handling precision through load-sway prevention and positioning control.
The equipment will also support integration with multi-vendor terminal automation systems.
Long-standing cooperation continues
The order extends a relationship between Eurogate and Konecranes spanning more than five decades, during which the equipment manufacturer has supplied straddle carrier solutions to Eurogate’s German terminals.
According to Konecranes, its automated stacking crane platform has more than 600 units delivered or in operation worldwide.
The Wilhelmshaven investment forms part of Eurogate’s broader research and development activities in terminal automation, with the project intended to support the gradual integration of automated yard operations alongside existing equipment.
The companies did not disclose the financial value of the contract.
