- HHLA’s transformed its AGV fleet from diesel-powered vehicles to 95 battery-powered vehicles.
- Prevents thousands of tons of CO2 emissions yearly through reduced diesel consumption.
- Fossil energy is no longer necessary in container transportation.
HHLA’s Container Terminal Altenwerder in Hamburg has accomplished a significant sustainability milestone by completely transitioning its AGV fleet from diesel-powered vehicles to 95 battery-powered ones. This shift marks a complete elimination of fossil fuels in the container transport process, showcasing a dedication to an entirely electrified operation. The switch has notably saved around three million liters of diesel annually, equaling approximately 8,000 tons of CO2 emissions reduction, reports Hamburg.
Decreased Diesel Consumption
Oliver Dux, HHLA’s Director of Technology, emphasizes this move as a testament to CTA’s sustainability leadership, preventing thousands of tons of CO2 emissions yearly through reduced diesel consumption. The company’s commitment extends further, aiming for climate-neutral operations across the entire HHLA Group by 2040, with ongoing investments in electrifying equipment at other terminals.
Climate Neutral Entity
CTA’s recent recertification as a climate-neutral entity by TÜV NORD underscores its environmentally conscious practices. Their use of green electricity to power container handling cranes and ongoing tests with battery-powered tractor units demonstrate a steadfast dedication to complete fleet electrification. The remaining CO2 emissions are offset through compensation certificates, supporting certified climate-friendly projects aligned with the highest standards of Voluntary Emission Reductions (VER).
Dismissal Of CO2 Emission
Crucially, this transition was made possible through collaboration with Hamburg’s Ministry for Environment, Climate, Energy, and Agriculture, utilizing funds from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the “Energiewende in Unternehmen” research project. The primary goal was to cut CO2 emissions by increasing renewable energy usage and enhancing energy supply efficiency.
Farewell To Fossil Energy
In the fourth quarter of 2023, CTA decommissioned the last diesel-powered container transporter (automated guided vehicle – AGV). From now on, the new AGV fleet consists of 95 battery-powered vehicles that run on green electricity. This means that fossil energy is no longer necessary at any stage of the container transport process from the ship to the container storage system – it is now entirely electrified. By switching to battery-powered AGVs and the associated significant reduction in diesel consumption, around three million liters of diesel are saved at CTA every year, which is equivalent to around 8,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
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Source: Hamburg
