APM Terminals and SANY Marine have forged a significant partnership through the signing of a Master Framework Agreement aimed at accelerating decarbonisation efforts. The agreement entails the replacement of approximately 500 diesel-powered terminal tractors within APM Terminals’ global network with battery-electric models by the year 2030. This initiative is a key component of APM Terminals’ strategy to standardise and electrify terminal operations, further underlining their commitment to reducing carbon emissions.
Olaf Gelhausen, the COO of APM Terminals, emphasised the importance of this agreement in enhancing operational sustainability. He stated, “APM Terminals is accelerating the decarbonisation of our operations through battery-electric equipment, renewable energy, and energy efficiency.” He highlighted the central role of standardising and scaling electric solutions across terminals in reaching the company’s net-zero targets.
Jeff Fu, CEO of SANY Marine, noted that securing this partnership marks a pivotal achievement for both companies. “It is our largest global electric terminal truck order to date, and we are proud to support APM Terminals with comprehensive, low-carbon solutions that enable faster progress towards fully decarbonised terminal operations,” he remarked. The signing ceremony, held in Zhuhai, China, was attended by Grant Morrison, Head of Global Asset Category Management at APM Terminals, alongside Jeff Fu.
Morrison stated that the agreement represents a shift from traditional capital expenditure models towards a full-cycle partnership, ensuring comprehensive support for the operation and maintenance of the equipment for its entire lifespan. This partnership also aligns with the goals of the Zero Emission Port Alliance, co-founded by APM Terminals in December 2023. Gelhausen expressed optimism about the advancements in technology and their cost-effectiveness, reinforcing the industry’s pathway toward achieving decarbonisation and meeting the company’s sustainability targets.