Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT), Compagnie Nouvelle de Manutentions Portuaires Le Havre (CNMP LH) and Kalmar have signed an agreement to supply 14 Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers for CNMP LH at the Port of Le Havre on the northern coast of France.
The delivery of the straddle carriers is scheduled for Q2 2026.
The new equipment will be the first of its kind deployed at the terminal and is expected to help CNMP LH reduce emissions, fuel costs, and noise levels while offering operators a more comfortable working environment.
Dheeraj Bhatia, CEO of Hanseatic Global Terminals, said: “As we further strengthen our position in France, we will continue to improve operations with state-of-the-art equipment and vessels.
“Building on our recently acquired majority stake in CNMP LH and our commitment to invest in the terminal, this order plays a significant role in further optimising operations while simultaneously preparing for significantly more volume and throughput.
“We are continuing to expand our terminal operations, thereby paving the way for targeted investments to enhance efficiency.”
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Damien Cols, Director Global Customers, Kalmar, further stated: “Our four-decade relationship with CNMP LH has been fruitful and beneficial for both parties and is firmly rooted in mutual trust and respect.
“We are delighted that Hanseatic Global Terminals HGT has chosen our proven, eco-efficient hybrid straddle carrier technology to support their vision for CNMP LH as they seek to expand the terminal’s operations and strengthen its competitive position in the French market.”
