4 FAQs about Selection Guide for 600kW Outdoor Containers in Ports
How to electrify container handling equipment?
For electrification of container handling equipment and other port equipment, it is important to not only look at the investment costs and total costs of ownership, but it is also important to regard the electricity grid capacity within port areas. If this is not possible, contact with the electricity network operator is necessary on forehand.
How much power does a containership need?
The average shore power demand for all containerships combined is approximately 600 kW when excluding data from EMSA, with power demand varying between 60 kW to over 3,800 kW. Explore the results below and sign up to access all premium tools, databases and expert support to perform your own analyses and refine the results for your situation.
What is the best solution for a port?
The optimal solution for a port depends on multiple factors including: capacity of grid connection and cost of potential expansion of connection capacity; access to in-port renewable energy resources; types of vessel requiring shore power and their duty cycle.
How is electricity used in ports?
Typically, the total energy demand of ports is divided into electricity and fuel consumption. Electricity is largely procured from the grid operator and used for Ship-to-Shore container cranes (STS), refrigerated container (reefer), electrical Rubber Tire Gantry (eRTG), lighting, air conditioning, etc.