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HOPA Ports is pleased to announce changes to our senior management team, to help lead the continued success of our growing organization.

Bill Fitzgerald, P.Eng, will take on the role of Vice President, Strategic Development, after having served as HOPA’s Vice President, Operations since 2008. In this newly-created role, Bill will draw on his skills in innovation, collaboration and problem-solving to tackle our most complex challenges. Bill will be responsible for organizational strategy, long-term land use planning, innovation in construction design, and delivering on HOPA’s commitment to energy transition and environmental leadership.

Renee Bulger, CPA, CGA is promoted to Vice President, Finance, after serving as HOPA’s Controller and Director of Finance since 2016, and Accounting Manager since 2006. Renee will provide strategic direction, priority setting and leadership of financial reporting, budgeting, risk management, and financial analysis to support HOPA’s growth strategy.

Jeremy Dunn will assume role of Vice President, Operations, after having served as HOPA’s Commercial Vice President since 2019. In his new role, Jeremy will continue to be responsible for commercial real estate development, as well as the integrated delivery of capital projects and maintenance. With the support of a talented team, Jeremy will ensure the proactive stewardship and deployment of HOPA’s assets to create value for our customers.

Louis Fortier, P.Eng, is promoted to Director of Assets and Design, after having served as a Manager in HOPA’s Engineering team since 2018. In this role Louis will continue lead a team responsible for engineering design, estimating/quality control, and design innovation. He will also take on responsibility for designing and implementing a comprehensive asset management system to inform long-range infrastructure and financial planning.

Peter Hammerl is promoted to Director of Information Technology, following a progressive 20-year career with HOPA, most recently serving as IT Manager. Peter is responsible for managing HOPA’s technological infrastructure, information security, digital transformation, and collaborating across the organization to drive efficiency and innovation.

These senior leadership team changes will position HOPA to deliver on our ambitious plans to develop prosperous and sustainable working waterfronts in Ontario.

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Bolloré Logistics Japan recently hosted its inaugural sustainability workshop, welcoming around 40 business school students from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Nagoya University of Commerce & Business (NUCB), and National Chiayi University (NCYU) part of the Asian Business Education Network (ABEN).

The students were in Tokyo for a study tour focused on sustainable business practices, organized by these institutions.

After a presentation by Yunli Wang, the Sustainability Manager of Bolloré Logistics North Asia, highlighting the logistics industry’s crucial role in the global shift to low-carbon practices, and the challenges and opportunities companies encounter in reducing the carbon footprint of their transportation and logistics operations, Bolloré Logistics Japan Managing Director, Toshiyuki Matsuoka, gave the students a brief on logistics and transportation in Japan. “We are happy to share our experience in the industry with the students. And hearing from young talents and their innovative ideas helps Bolloré Logistics to think outside of the box,” he remarked.

Next, divided into four groups, the students were facilitated by Bolloré staff to tackle the challenge of reducing transportation and packaging emissions in a business case study. They presented then their strategies to one another, showcasing a range of solutions from optimizing route efficiency to using customer engagement. Bolloré Logistics North Asia CEO, Fabien Giordano, emphasized the importance of fresh perspectives. “This workshop exemplifies how collaboration with academia can drive practical and impactful sustainability solutions. It’s inspiring to see how these students tackle challenges with enthusiasm and creativity.” he remarked.

This collaboration exemplifies the power of industry-academia partnerships in addressing global challenges. Dr. Fred Ku, the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies) of CUHK Business School, believed that the sustainable business initiatives from Bolloré Logistics had expanded students’ horizons beyond the theoretical framework. “It is impressive to witness the efforts undertaken by Bolloré Logistics in creating a better and more resilient future,” Dr. Ku mentioned.

Encouraged by this success, Bolloré Logistics Japan plans to continue such initiatives, integrating innovative ideas to enhance its sustainability strategies.

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Vestas has received a firm order from First Look Solutions, a subsidiary of Rezolv Energy and Low Carbon, to deliver a full engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solution for the 192 MW Vifor project in south-eastern Romania.

The order includes 30 V162-6.2 MW turbines of the EnVentus platform running in a 6.4 MW operating mode. Aside from supply, delivery, and commissioning of the turbines, Vestas is also responsible for the project’s civil and electrical works.

Upon completion, Vestas will also provide service for the project through a 15-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, providing power performance certainty and Vestas’ industry-leading service expertise throughout the lifetime of the project.

“Vifor will become one of the largest onshore wind projects in the region, contributing significantly to Romania’s energy transition ambitions,” states Nils de Baar, President of Vestas Northern and Central Europe. “Vestas is pleased to deliver this order as a turnkey project, and our thanks go to our partners in First Look Solutions for the great collaboration and their trust in our industry-leading technology.”

Alastair Hammond, CEO, Rezolv Energy, said: “The VIFOR wind farm will play a significant role in reducing Romania’s dependence on fossil fuels, enhancing the country’s energy security and improving air quality. Vestas, as the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturer and with the greatest number of MWs installed in the region, is a natural partner for this, the first large wind farm in the CEE/SEE region in the past ten years. Crucially, Vestas also shares our commitment to the responsible and sustainable development of renewable energy projects, which made them a natural choice for VIFOR.”

Martin Langham, Managing Director at Low Carbon said: “We are delighted to reach this major milestone in the development of the VIFOR wind project, which is a result of the tireless efforts of the team and our Rezolv partners over several years. The EPC agreement with the leading wind turbine manufacturer, Vestas, will be one of the largest contracts of its kind in Europe reinforcing our track record for delivering clean energy infrastructure on this scale. Furthermore, the project will play a key role helping Romania to decarbonise its electricity grid and accelerate the energy transition in Eastern Europe.”

The Vifor project, located in Buzău County north-east of Bucharest, consists of two construction phases. The firm and unconditional order concerns Phase 1 of the project. Deliveries are expected to begin in early 2025, with commissioning planned before the end of 2025.

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Cargotec Corporation (“Cargotec”) announced on 1 February 2024 the approval of a demerger plan concerning the partial demerger of Cargotec (the “Demerger Plan”) according to which all assets, debts and liabilities of Cargotec relating to the Kalmar business area or mainly serving the Kalmar business area shall be transferred without a liquidation procedure to a new Kalmar Corporation (“Kalmar”) (the “Demerger”).

The Annual General Meeting of Cargotec held on 30 May 2024 resolved on the Demerger in accordance with the Demerger Plan. Upon the completion of the Demerger, the shareholders of Cargotec shall receive as demerger consideration one (1) new share of the corresponding share class (i.e., class A or class B) in Kalmar for each class A and class B share owned in Cargotec.

Cargotec has today filed a listing application with Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd (“Nasdaq Helsinki”) to list Kalmar’s class B shares on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki. The completion of the Demerger is expected to be registered in the Finnish Trade Register on or about 30 June 2024, and trading in Kalmar’s class B shares is expected to commence on or about 1 July 2024 under the share trading code “KALMAR”. The ISIN code of Kalmar’s class B shares will be FI4000571054. The new ISIN code of Cargotec’s class B shares upon the completion of the Demerger will be FI4000571013.

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Sarens performs the challenging transport and installation of two bridge sections of the Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside swing bridge in Glasglow, the UK.

The Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside swing bridge project, a joint venture by Smulders & Hollandia Infra, is a significant new river crossing on the Clyde River in Glasgow, Scotland. This remarkable structure features a two-wing design, connecting the north and south banks of the river between Renfrew, Clydebank, and Yoker, approximately 8 km west of Glasgow city center. The bridge, catering to vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists, ensures safe passage for both commercial and recreational vessels along the river, while its design pays homage to the Clyde’s maritime heritage with rotating vertical pylons that mimic the motion of cranes.

Sarens, contracted by Smulders, played a crucial role in the transport and installation of the two bridge sections. The south bridge was constructed by Hollandia Infra in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The north bridge was constructed by Smulders in Flushing, Netherlands. Both bridge sections had to be transported and installed in Glasgow, the UK.

To undertake this crucial project, Sarens teams studied the site conditions in Rotterdam, Flushing, and Glasgow and decided to deploy:Sarens barge Caroline; 26 ballast pumps (600T/h); 6 hydraulic winches (50T); SPMTs in various configurations (6×10 axle-lines, 2×16 axle-lines, 2×12 axle-lines); RoRo ramps of 2.75m, 5.8m, and 9m.

Some equipment was shipped on the barge, while the rest was transported by road.

Each bridge section weighed about 1600 tonnes and measured 92m in length, 18m in width, and 38m in height. Due to site-specific requirements in Rotterdam and Flushing, different SPMT configurations were used. In Rotterdam, limited space and ground pressure led to a setup of 6×10 axle-lines, while in Flushing, 4×16 axle-lines were required due to ground pressure limitations. Extensive ballasting was necessary in both Glasgow and Flushing to maintain the correct draft and trim, compensating for tide and load variations during operations.

The south bridge in Rotterdam was transported to the quayside using six 10-axle SPMTs, lifted by three shearlegs, and loaded onto Sarens’ barge Caroline. After securing the load, the barge was towed to Glasgow, where pre-assembled SPMTs (two sets of 12-axle units) were used to move the bridge to its final position on temporary jacks.

The north bridge in Flushing, Netherlands, followed a slightly different process. It was transported to the quayside using 32-axle SPMTs, driven onto the barge during a load-out operation, and transported to Glasgow. The installation sequence in Glasgow mirrored that of the south bridge.

The project involved a crew of 14 individuals, working in double shifts to minimise the barge’s presence in the river navigation channel in Glasgow. Due to limited water depth, a ramp structure on piles bridged the gap between the barge and quay, with the longest gap being around 18 meters.

According to Sarens Project Manager, Kenny Decoster, “The Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside swing bridge will significantly improve connectivity in the region and reflect the historic significance of the Clyde’s maritime industry. Sarens is very proud to be involved in this landmark project.”

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MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has received a large order for its 50-tonne active heave compensated (AHC) crane to be installed on board MMA Valour, a versatile and flexible multi-purpose platform supply vessel.

The vessel has a proven track record in servicing a broad range of offshore work scopes across the energy and offshore wind sectors.

The contract has been booked into Cargotec’s second quarter 2024 order intake, with crane supply scheduled for the third quarter of 2025.

MacGregor’s range of well proven AHC cranes, including its subsea cranes, offer precise lifting capabilities in all conditions, including extreme environments and across temperatures of between plus to minus 40°C.

This contract follows successful deliveries of AHC cranes by MacGregor to MMA Offshore for two of its flagship vessels the MMA Pinnacle and MMA Prestige.

MMA Offshore Managing Director, David Ross said, “We are looking forward to fitting the MMA Valour with a MacGregor active heave compensated crane which will enhance the vessel’s capability to provide a broader range of marine and subsea services to our clients. The conversion of the Valour to a multi-purpose support vessel will enable the vessel to provide light construction, ROV, survey and geotechnical support in addition to traditional supply services. We are excited to partner with MacGregor for this important conversion.”

Senior Vice President, Offshore Solutions, MacGregor, Pasi Lehtonen said, “Our AHC cranes have a proven record for reliability, and we have extensive experience in supporting their operation with more than 250 units in service. MMA Offshore is a long-standing MacGregor customer, and we are delighted to add AHC lift capabilities as part of the Valour upgrade.”

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Reference is made to the stock exchange announcement dated 15 May 2024 regarding the planned acquisition of 100 percent of the shares of specialist energy consultancy Ross Offshore.

ABL Group has today successfully completed the transaction.

Ross Offshore will now merge with ABL Group company AGR, thereby expanding and further strengthening the group’s service offering in wells, reservoirs, and marine & survey management.

“We are glad to welcome everyone in Ross Offshore to the ABL Group family and we will be working in the coming months on bringing them under the AGR brand. As a result of becoming one team with AGR, the Ross Offshore and AGR united team has more than 500 knowledge heavy professionals working on behalf of the client base. Ross Offshore also brings new locations to our Group presence in Norway – Bergen and Sandefjord in addition to our offices in Stavanger, Oslo and Tromsø.” Reuben Segal, CEO of ABL Group.

The transaction to acquire 100 percent of the shares in Ross Offshore has been settled in cash, utilising ABL Group’s existing cash holdings and undrawn credit facilities. The transaction values Ross Offshore at NOK 100 million (equivalent to USD 9.3 million at current FX rates) on a cash and debt free basis, based on locked box accounts as of 31 December 2023.

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Expanding its offering, WALLENIUS SOL provides customers with the opportunity to utilise the shipping company’s own 45′ containers.

“By supplying liner–owned containers, we broaden our services to customers, enabling us to meet the growing demand for such equipment,” says Jonas Wåhlin, Chief Commercial Officer at WALLENIUS SOL.

“This product meets the need for one-way cargo, where our containers facilitate a smooth door-to-door solution for our customers.”

Customers of WALLENIUS SOL can book and pick up empty containers at all ports in the line network and redeliver them to any port, making it a very flexible service.

“This initiative is part of our commitment to providing more solutions tailored to customer needs and alleviating market fluctuations,” says Jonas Wåhlin.

The 45-foot high cube pallet wide container is the largest container available in Europe, designed for goods packed on EUR-pallets. It´s wider and longer than a standard 40-foot high cube container, allowing two euro pallets to be placed next to each other, making better use of space than containers of standard width.

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Emirates has begun using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as part of its fuel agreement with Neste on flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport, marking its inaugural SAF investment in Asia.

Approximately 3.3 million litres of blended SAF have been integrated into the fuelling system of Changi airport over the course of the last few weeks.

Emirates is tracking the delivery of SAF into the fuelling systems, accounting for and assigning its environmental benefits through widely used and accepted industry methodologies. Earlier this year, the airline closely collaborated with Neste for the supply of 2.6 million litres of neat SAF in the fuelling systems of Amsterdam Schiphol airport.

The SAF being provided by Neste is produced from sustainably sourced and 100% renewable waste as well as residue raw materials, including used cooking oil and animal fat waste. SAF used as part of this agreement can be safely used in existing Emirates aircraft and airport fuelling infrastructure, and in neat form reduces lifecycle carbon emissions (CO2) by up to 80%* compared to using conventional jet fuel.

Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and Chief Operations Officer, Emirates said: “Emirates’ investment into Neste-produced SAF in Singapore marks a first step forward in our SAF adoption in Asia, a region that is primed to become a leading supplier of SAF, which continues to be in short supply. While the activation of this agreement marks a milestone in our SAF journey in a new region, there’s still a lot of work to do. And as we procure SAF for the short term, we’ve got our sights set on longer-term agreements to help scale up a steady supply of SAF for our operations.”

Alexander Kueper, Vice President Renewable Aviation Business, Neste said: “We are excited Emirates has started using our Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel at Changi Airport as the next step in our cooperation. It makes Emirates the first international visiting carrier using SAF at the airport produced at our Singapore refinery and supplied into the airport via our integrated supply chain. We are looking forward to continuing working together on scaling up the supply of SAF for Emirates’ operations.’

Emirates’ multi-faceted SAF strategy focuses on exploring opportunities to use SAF operationally wherever it is available in its network, share emissions reductions with corporate customers or freight forwarders where feasible, cooperate on longer-term SAF projects with reputable partners and support SAF ventures in the UAE with the potential to supply sustainable aviation fuel at its hub in the future.

Emirates currently operates flights from Amsterdam, London Heathrow, Paris, Lyon and Oslo with SAF. The airline also integrated SAF into the fuelling systems at its Dubai hub late last year. In 2023, Emirates was also the first airline in the world to operate two landmark demonstration flights from Dubai on the Boeing 777 and A380 with 100% SAF in one engine in partnership with Neste and other committed partners, supporting future certification where 100% drop in SAF is approved for commercial airline operations. Currently, SAF is approved for use in all aircraft, but only in blends of up to 50% with conventional jet fuel.

The airline has also committed USD$200 million for research and development (R&D) projects focussed on reducing the impact of fossil fuels in commercial aviation, and last month became an industrial partner of the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), based at the University of Cambridge. Emirates intends to play an active role in sharing its knowledge and data, as well as insights with AIA to support the development of cutting-edge tools and solutions to reduce the long-term impact of commercial aviation.

The airline is a member of the Solent Cluster in the UK, an initiative focused on low carbon investments with the potential to create a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plant that can produce up to 200,000 tonnes (200 kt) per year if operational by 2032.

Emirates is also a founding participant of the UAE research consortium Air-CRAFT, focused on developing, producing, and scaling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technologies for the industry.

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Mammoet is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with DHO (Dragados/Hawaiian Dredging/Orion JV) to perform transportation and lifting services for the construction of Dry Dock 5 in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

This initiative stems from the Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP), which aims to support Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility’s (PHNSY & IMF) ability to continue serving the Navy decades into the future by maintaining and modernizing the U.S. Pacific Fleet’s nuclear-powered submarines.

Under the agreement, Mammoet will be responsible for the transport using SPMTs and lifting using a specialized gantry. This toolbox of equipment will be used to install the drydock’s floor sections which weigh upwards of 4,000t each.

The initial work of installing foundational piles into the harbor waters has begun, with project completion expected by late 2027. The new dry dock will be deeper than the existing dry dock which will be replaced and will be able to accommodate Los Angeles and Virginia-class attack submarines for repair, maintenance, and modernization.

Pierre Mille, Sales Manager for Mammoet, states, “We are extremely pleased to have the opportunity to share our expertise and experience on this high-profile project. The heavy lift and transport development strategy we have shared with DHO will allow us to provide an efficient solution and offer the best possible execution strategy for this project. We are very thankful for the opportunity and are eager to build upon our methods to ensure we perform above expectations for our customers.”

Upon completion, the upgraded facility is expected to have a significantly long life span. Notably, Mammoet has also been involved in the modernization of historic multi-Mission Dry Dock #1 in Brewer, Maine, which was originally constructed during World War II.

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At Bertling, they are dedicated to advancing our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives by continuously improving the sustainability of their supply chain.

In line with their commitment to ethical business practices, Bertling are ensuring compliance with the new German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG), which underscores their broader ESG objectives.

To support these efforts, they have launched the Navex EthicsPoint helpline, a comprehensive tool for reporting and addressing concerns related to compliance, financial ethics, social ethics, and data protection. This helpline is easily accessible to all stakeholders, including suppliers, clients, and the public, via their website, phone, or a simple QR code.

THE KEY FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE: Compliance: Addressing anti-corruption, trade control, and anti-money laundering; Financial Ethics: Ensuring fair competition, proper handling of gifts and hospitality, and managing conflicts of interest; Social Ethics: Upholding labor and social standards, protecting human rights, and promoting environmental health and safety; Data Protection: Safeguarding information, preventing insider trading, and ensuring the protection of personal data and company property; By integrating these measures, Bertling is complying with legal requirements and setting a standard for ethical business practices in the logistics industry.

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Tenderd, a global leader in digital transformation for heavy equipment management and operations, has closed a $30 million Series A funding round.

The round was led by A.P. Moller Holding, a $32 billion investment company and parent company of the A.P. Moller Group, which includes A.P. Moller – Maersk.

New investors in the round included Quadri Ventures and Saurya Prakash, a product leader at Stripe. Existing investors Wa’ed Ventures, Nakhla Ventures, SOMA Capital, and Liquid 2 Ventures have also re-invested, reinforcing their continued confidence in Tenderd’s growth. Tenderd’s existing backers include Peter Thiel, Paul Graham, and Y Combinator.

Tenderd’s cutting-edge platform transforms data from heavy equipment used in construction, manufacturing, and logistics operations into actionable insights. Tenderd’s telematics platform provides project owners and contractors access to a tracking system powered by AI, enabling them to increase overall equipment productivity by tracking and running equipment more effectively, resulting in increased efficiency, enhanced safety, and lowered emissions. This innovative approach sets a new standard for operational excellence and decarbonization efforts, positioning Tenderd as a leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of industrial operations.

Chetan Mehta, Head of Growth Equity at A.P. Moller Holding, said: “Tenderd is a leader within telematics solutions with a platform that offers real-time visibility and insights for heavy equipment across a range of industries. Their solutions enhance operational efficiencies, improve safety, and mitigate carbon emissions. We are excited to be investing in Tenderd and we look forward to contributing to their continued growth.”

Muhammed Zeeshan Hassan, Chief Investment Officer at Wa’ed Ventures, said: “We are excited to double down on our investment in Tenderd as the company transforms data collection and usage in the construction industry, driving AI-adoption to revolutionize one of the most traditional and challenging industries in the region.”

Saudi Arabia is one of the major markets that Tenderd operates in, highlighting the strategic importance of the region. Turki Al Nowaiser, Managing Partner of Nakhla Ventures, added: “We see tremendous potential in Tenderd as a key player in Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure development. The commitment shown by the Saudi government through Vision 2030, evidenced by hosting events like the FIFA World Cup 2034 and Expo 2030, underscores the real and immediate opportunities for growth. We believe Tenderd’s technology will play a crucial role in supporting the sectors that will build the future of Saudi Arabia.”

The capital infusion will fuel technological innovations and enable Tenderd to further expand its global footprint in its mission to integrate AI with physical operations in the construction, mining, and industrial sectors. The backing from partners across logistics, ports, energy, construction, and technology underscores the broad applicability of Tenderd’s technology and its unique global position within sector-specific data to develop industry-focused AI models, setting Tenderd apart from general models in driving industry transformation.

Chris James, Managing Partner at Quadri Ventures, said: “We are thrilled about Tenderd’s integrated AI analytics platform. Its versatility and impact for different assets and brands makes it extremely valuable across asset-heavy industries such as construction, energy, logistics, mining, and marine. We look forward to supporting Arjun and the team with Tenderd’s global expansion and helping to contribute to their ongoing growth and success.”

Arjun Mohan, CEO of Tenderd, shared his vision for the company, stating, “We are happy to share this news and thankful for all the partners who believed in Tenderd’s vision and ability to shape global operations. Tenderd will continue to innovate and grow, impacting sectors that have remained unchanged for decades, but which form the pillars of society. Positioned at the intersection of the digital and physical worlds, our technology allows industries to access unparalleled levels of efficiency, safety, and sustainability.”

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The expansion of the Cockburn Cement plant in Kwinana aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 20% through the installation of cutting-edge cement production technologies.

This modernisation effort will not only enhance environmental sustainability but also ensure a continuous and reliable supply of high-quality cement products to the Western Australian market, thanks to the introduction of two new 100 tonne per hour (tph) ball mill grinding circuits.

The modernisation of the Kwinana plant will also eliminate the need for heavy vehicles on local roads by enabling the direct receipt and storage of bulk raw materials via a new raw materials feed conveyor system and a fully enclosed 110,000-ton storage shed from the Fremantle Port Authority’s Kwinana Bulk Terminal.

SIMPEC, a subsidiary of WestStar, has been contracted by Cockburn Cement to provide structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation (SMPE&I) support services for the modernisation project. The scope includes new grinding circuits and a raw material storage and reclamation system designed to produce various cement products for the local market. The construction features two 100 tph grinding units, a 110,000-tonne raw material storage facility, and a recovery system, along with six new 3,200-tonne finished product silos equipped for truck loading.

Sarens played a crucial role in this project by performing heavy lifting operations for the installation of two large filtration units and two highly engineered covers for the ball mill building. These efforts are part of a broader upgrade that is expected to save approximately $19 million in the first year by reducing energy, maintenance, and transport costs.

The crane options were limited due to the available ground bearing capacity at site. By using the LR1350 without SL we were able to keep the GBP <210kPa and relocate the crane fast as to install both roof sections in a single day. Maximum wind speed for these lifts was 9m/s, which meant that the team had to keep a close eye on a suitable weather window.

The LR1350-1/LN crane, with a lifting capacity of 350-tonnes, was used to lift the 35.1-tonne filters. For the rigging, Sarens utilised an S17 Spreader beam and two specially designed lifting beams. The filtration units are vital for managing the environmental impacts of the cement process and required meticulous coordination, involving up to 29 lifting points for safe installation.

Sarens also successfully installed two roof sections in a single day, each weighing over 20 tonnes. Currently, 12 cranes of various sizes and configurations continue to support ongoing tasks at the plant.

The expansion will create a state-of-the-art facility, consolidating Adbri’s Munster and Kwinana cement production plants into one location serving Western Australia. Once operational in 2024, cement production will transition from Munster to Kwinana, while lime manufacturing will remain at Munster. This new facility will bolster the region’s cement supply with its advanced capabilities.

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The expansion of the Cockburn Cement plant in Kwinana aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 20% through the installation of cutting-edge cement production technologies.

This modernisation effort will not only enhance environmental sustainability but also ensure a continuous and reliable supply of high-quality cement products to the Western Australian market, thanks to the introduction of two new 100 tonne per hour (tph) ball mill grinding circuits.

The modernisation of the Kwinana plant will also eliminate the need for heavy vehicles on local roads by enabling the direct receipt and storage of bulk raw materials via a new raw materials feed conveyor system and a fully enclosed 110,000-ton storage shed from the Fremantle Port Authority’s Kwinana Bulk Terminal.

SIMPEC, a subsidiary of WestStar, has been contracted by Cockburn Cement to provide structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation (SMPE&I) support services for the modernisation project. The scope includes new grinding circuits and a raw material storage and reclamation system designed to produce various cement products for the local market. The construction features two 100 tph grinding units, a 110,000-tonne raw material storage facility, and a recovery system, along with six new 3,200-tonne finished product silos equipped for truck loading.

Sarens played a crucial role in this project by performing heavy lifting operations for the installation of two large filtration units and two highly engineered covers for the ball mill building. These efforts are part of a broader upgrade that is expected to save approximately $19 million in the first year by reducing energy, maintenance, and transport costs.

The crane options were limited due to the available ground bearing capacity at site. By using the LR1350 without SL we were able to keep the GBP <210kPa and relocate the crane fast as to install both roof sections in a single day. Maximum wind speed for these lifts was 9m/s, which meant that the team had to keep a close eye on a suitable weather window.

The LR1350-1/LN crane, with a lifting capacity of 350-tonnes, was used to lift the 35.1-tonne filters. For the rigging, Sarens utilised an S17 Spreader beam and two specially designed lifting beams. The filtration units are vital for managing the environmental impacts of the cement process and required meticulous coordination, involving up to 29 lifting points for safe installation.

Sarens also successfully installed two roof sections in a single day, each weighing over 20 tonnes. Currently, 12 cranes of various sizes and configurations continue to support ongoing tasks at the plant.

The expansion will create a state-of-the-art facility, consolidating Adbri’s Munster and Kwinana cement production plants into one location serving Western Australia. Once operational in 2024, cement production will transition from Munster to Kwinana, while lime manufacturing will remain at Munster. This new facility will bolster the region’s cement supply with its advanced capabilities.

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Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has concluded an agreement with UK-based integrated road and rail freight logistics provider, Maritime Transport, to supply eight Kalmar Eco reachstackers.

The agreement also includes a seven-year Kalmar Complete Care agreement plus Kalmar Insight coverage for all units. The order was booked in Cargotec’s Q1 2024 order intake. The machines will be delivered in two batches of four units in Q3 2024 and Q3 2025 respectively.

Since its foundation in 2001, Maritime Transport has grown to become the UK’s leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics. Today, the company employs 3,000 personnel across 41 sites including eight strategic rail freight terminals. Maritime Transport also operates the UK’s largest fleet of container-handling equipment, including ten Kalmar Eco reachstackers and two Kalmar straddle carriers.

Two of the new reachstackers will be deployed at the company’s rail facility in Wakefield, and six at Hams Hall Rail Freight Terminal close to Birmingham, England.

With Kalmar’s Insight Fleet Management Software (FMS), Maritime Transport will be able to turn data into actionable, impactful insights. The FMS will provide them with an effective way to manage their fleet operations and identify areas where efficiency can be improved.

Tom Glenn, National Plant Manager, Maritime Transport: “Our existing Kalmar Eco reachstackers have been delivering significant fuel and cost savings, and we have been very satisfied with their reliability. On average, we are achieving fuel savings of five litres per hour. With Kalmar Care, we gain extra peace of mind in terms of reliability and availability, both critical aspects for maintaining the high-quality service that our customers demand. Furthermore, Kalmar Insight will allow us to improve visibility over equipment status and improve maintenance planning, scheduling and cost predictability.”

Peter McCance, Country Director, Kalmar UK: “We are very pleased to continue our long-term partnership with Maritime Transport and support them on their journey towards more fuel-efficient and sustainable cargo-handling. Their current fleet of Eco reachstackers are already delivering fuel and cost savings, and the new machines continue this trend.

Furthermore, our deep local service presence close to their locations enables us to support them with every aspect of equipment maintenance under the comprehensive Kalmar Care agreement. We look forward to building on what is already a strong relationship by continuing to support the company with its ambitious growth plans.”

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