Leading Marine Terminal Operator Navigates Sustainable Logistics with BTC POWER
About Industry Leading Marine Terminal Operator
One of North America’s leading independent marine terminal operators, which manages and operates numerous terminals on the continent, acts as a subsidiary of a global transportation and logistics company. The business focuses on cargo handling and terminal operations across over 250 terminal facilities and rail yards worldwide. The amount of shipping and cargo handling requires large fleets of forklifts, and this terminal operator was investigating the potential of transitioning to electric vehicles used at its shipping locations.
The Fleet Electrification Challenge
This marine terminal operations company required a comprehensive solution to electrify its fleet of large-capacity forklifts and meet regulatory requirements for emissions reduction. The company needed a range of charging solutions, from high-power DC fast chargers to AC Level 2 units for maintenance yards and a partner with expertise in leveraging grants and navigating port management processes.
BTC POWER showed the team at this terminal operations company how its range of direct current fast charger (DCFC) products, from 120kW all in one (AiO) models to 360kW Gen4 high-power charging units, along with AC Level 2 units for maintenance yards, could provide a tailored solution for their electrification needs. BTC POWER’s close relationships with regional senior management and port authorities, such as the port of the local international shipyard, facilitated introductions and integration into port management processes.
Product Description
BTC POWER’s product offerings for the terminal operations include:
- DCFC products, including 120kW AiOs and 360kW Gen4 HPC units, to support high-power charging for this operation’s large-capacity forklift fleet.
- Level 2 units for charging in marina maintenance yards.
In addition to the charging hardware, BTC POWER’s value proposition for marine terminal operations encompasses:
- Consultative approach and single-source solution, encompassing support and relationship-building, positioning BTC POWER as a trusted partner for this customer’s electrification initiatives.
- Ability to leverage grants, such as a $30 million grant awarded to this marine terminal operator for electrification of some facilities in a state in the southeastern United States, to help offset regulatory compliance costs.
- Close relationships with regional senior management and port authorities, facilitating introductions and integration into port management processes.
With BTC POWER’s comprehensive solution and expertise, this major marine terminal operating company can confidently pursue its fleet electrification goals while meeting regulatory requirements and leveraging available funding opportunities.