Shenzhen's SCT Volume Up 24pc to 4.1 Million in 2008
[2009-01-12 09:22:26]
SHENZHEN's Shekou Container Terminal hit its annual throughput target of 4.1 million TEU, marking 24 per cent year-on-year increase in 2008.
SCT earlier took delivery of six new electricity-driven rubber tyre gantry cranes for its new No 8 berth, marking the arrival of the last of 10 new cranes.
The No 8 berth, which commenced operation in September, has an annual capacity of 700,000 TEU with a quay length of 455 metres and a depth of 17 metres. The berth, equipped with four quay cranes, can handle the world's largest containerships.
Source: Schednet
Keywords:Port
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