The Port of Grangemouth has completed a Liebherr crane upgrade raising two ship-to-shore (STS) cranes by 2.2 metres to handle higher stacks and larger straddle carriers. The upgrade aims to extend asset life and increase capacity. The port operates three Liebherr STS cranes, and the two older units have now undergone the crane raise programme to futureproof container handling operations.
Handling more than 250,000 TEUs annually, the port continues to adapt to rising container volumes and evolving equipment requirements. Higher container stacks and the introduction of larger next-generation straddle carriers required increased clearance beneath the STS cranes to maintain safe and efficient operations.
Liebherr Transform delivered a crane raise upgrade increasing the lift height of the two STS cranes by 2.2 metres. Both cranes remained on the rail during the works, minimising disruption to terminal operations. Each crane was raised within six weeks, highlighting Liebherr's ability to deliver custom engineering solutions under tight timelines.
Key Takeaways:
1. Two STS cranes were raised by 2.2 metres at the Port of Grangemouth.
2. The port operates three Liebherr STS cranes; the two older units were upgraded.
3. The upgrade enables higher stacks and the use of next-generation straddle carriers.
4. The port handles more than 250,000 TEUs annually.
5. Liebherr Transform raised each crane within six weeks while it remained on the rail.
