The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has significantly enhanced its operational capacity with the acquisition of four state-of-the-art Rubber Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGs).

The USD 8.5 million investment is part of the authority’s ongoing drive to modernize its facilities and improve efficiency.

Manufactured by Shanghai Zhenua Heavy Industries (ZPMC), these cutting-edge cranes boast a 45-ton safe working load, a 24-meter wheel span, and fuel-efficient engine drive technology.

Their recent arrival at the second container terminal marks a pivotal step in KPA’s modernization agenda.

“The arrival of the new cranes will boost efficiency on cargo dwell time and subsequently improve vessel turnaround,” KPA stated.

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This latest acquisition follows the successful deployment of four Ship to Shore Gantry cranes in the previous year, which doubled berth productivity and reduced ship working time.

KPA Managing Director Captain William Ruto has linked the port’s impressive performance to strategic infrastructure development and the adoption of advanced equipment.

With these new additions, the authority is confident of handling 1.8 million TEUs by the end of 2024.

KPA has pledged to continue expanding the capabilities of the busy Mombasa Port by investing in technology and infrastructure to maintain its competitive edge in the regional maritime industry.